Volunteers needed for FIRST LEGO League Championship Feb. 18

Volunteers are needed for the Nebraska FIRST LEGO League Championship Saturday, Feb. 18, 2012, at the Strategic Air and Space Museum near Ashland.

The tournament will give 48 teams of youth, ages 9-14, the opportunity to show off their science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) skills in a fun, sports-like environment. Teams participate in Robot Game, Robot Design, Project, and Core Values competitions.

There is a volunteer role for anyone who would like to help out, from setting up, to judging, to serving as a team escort. Some jobs need a bit of technical expertise, where others are perfect for anyone interested. High school youth (ages 14+) are welcome to volunteer too.

Volunteers receive a FIRST® LEGO® League shirt, lunch, and lots of appreciation and recognition.

To volunteer:
• Visit the FLL Volunteer information page: http://go.unl.edu/firstlegoleaguevolunteer
• Review the list of volunteer roles and select your top three choices.
• Complete the volunteer registration form through the website.
• Then complete and mail the Volunteer Screening and FLL Release forms to complete your registration by Monday, Feb. 6. Send both forms to the address indicated on the Volunteer Screening form. Previous FLL volunteers and any 4-H adults who have completed the volunteer screening form within the last three years do not have to do it again.

The volunteer coordinator will e-mail you to confirm your volunteer position. They will also inform you of any pre-event training needed and provide instructions on the day of the event. If you're not able to volunteer, you're invited to attend the event and cheer on the teams. Visitors at the Championship must may the regular admission fee to the Strategic Air and Space Museum.

Questions? Contact Kathy Morgan, FLL Event Coordinator, at kmorgan3@unl.edu or 402-472-5027.

More details at: http://go.unl.edu/firstlegoleaguevolunteer