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International Observe the Moon Night What is International Observe the Moon Night? International Observe the Moon Night is a worldwide celebration one day each year, usually in September or October. Last year on October 5th the Power Hawks were fortunate enough to be invited by NASA to attend this event. At International Observe the Moon Night we had a blast. We can't wait to go back next year. This year was very special because it is the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 going to the moon. You can learn more about us going to the anniversary of that here. Every year thousands of schools, universities and scientists all come together to observe the moon one night a year. Once again thank you to NASA for inviting us to this amazing event. We can't wait to see you there next year.

Our Sponsors We are so grateful for all of the companies that have donated to support the team! NASA TITANIUM AACPS GOLD Cornfed George Enterprises, LLC GOLD DOD Stem SILVER Gene Haas Foundation SILVER Naptown Music Feast SILVER Maryland Space Business Roundtable SILVER Custom Software Systems SILVER Firefly Hollow Farm SILVER Inevity SILVER 727 Sailbags BRONZE Fairhaven School BRONZE Pilot Institute BRASS Your Logo could be here! Click here to view our Sponsorship packet.

Maryland Advocacy Conference (MDAC) What is the Maryland Advocacy Conference? In 2016, the Power Hawks (FRC 1111) lobbied the state government with the backing of Delegate Reznik to provide a state grant for robotics programs which was successfully passed into law. In 2018, FRC Teams 888 and 1111 wanted to lobby for more inclusion and a larger amount of funding, so the Power Hawks started MDAC for this purpose. With help from other FRC and FTC teams in the state, two bills were cross-filed in 2019 and again were successfully passed into law.

"To transform our culture by creating a world where science and technology are celebrated and where young people dream of becoming science and technology leaders." - Dean Kamen About FIRST® FIRST ® (For the Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a non-profit organization, founded by Dean Kamen. In 1992, FIRST ® held its first large-scale competition with 28 teams that met in a high school gym to compete. In 1998 LEGO® joined with FIRST ® and went on to form the FIRST ® LEGO League® (FLL). Moving into the 21st century, 2004 witnessed the founding of FLL Jr.® as a way to get younger kids between the ages 6-10 interested in robotics. In 2005 the FIRST ® Tech Challenge® or FTC was founded in order to make the FIRST ® program more accessible. Ever since then, FIRST ® has done a wonderful job in providing ways for students to gain experience in engineering, design, and other interests. What is FIRST ®? Coopertition According to FIRST , “Coopertition means displaying unqualified kindness and respect in the face of fierce competition.” Coopertition is founded on the philosophy that teams “can and should help and cooperate with each other even as they compete.” Teams typically donate materials and expertise to novice teams and anyone else that needs help at competition, regardless of their own standing. Gracious Professionalism® According to FIRST ®, “With Gracious Professionalism ® , intense competition and mutual gain are not separate notions. Gracious professionals ® learn and compete fiercely, but treat one another with respect and kindness during the process. They avoid treating anyone like losers. No chest thumping tough talk, but no sticky-sweet platitudes either. Knowledge, competition, and empathy are comfortably blended." At its heart, FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is about more than just building robots—it's about building a better future. FIRST fosters innovation, teamwork, and leadership by emphasizing its core values: discovery, impact, inclusion, innovation, and teamwork. These values guide participants in solving real-world problems while respecting and embracing the diverse perspectives of their peers. Through friendly competition, community engagement, and a commitment to learning, FIRST empowers young minds to be leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) while making a meaningful impact on their communities and the world. FIRST Core Values For more information about FIRST ® , visit the FIRST inspires website

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Support the Power Hawks By supporting the Power Hawks, you will not only support and impact a team, but you will also impact individuals. By donating money, you will also donate inspiration to countless youth. Power Hawks Robotics Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, meaning that by donating, you may be eligible for tax-deductions. Click here to view the sponsorship packet. Click here to view more information about non-profits like us and eligibility for tax-deduction. You can also support us by following the Power Hawks on social media or donating to us directly! All donations go to a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and are tax-deductible.

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National Advocacy Conference What is the National Advocacy Conference? The Power Hawks are proud to have participated in the National Advocacy Conference for the past three years. The conference goal is to change culture to increasingly value STEM, and we must get our policy makers in our nation’s capitol on board, knowing about and supporting FIRST® and STEM in education. If we are not there telling them about our experiences, no one else is. This conference helps to train students and mentors to be prepared for meetings with their Senators and members of Congress in their offices on Capitol Hill.

Who We Are Copy of SR_Photo_PHRC_Districts-7403885_edited 1/4 The Power Hawks, FRC Team 1111, is an after-school co-curricular program based out of South River High School. Our mission is to inspire future generations through competitive robotics and introduce students to FIRST ® and its values. FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) is a robotics program where high school student develop and grow skills by designing, building and programming a 115-pound robot. As a team, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and forward-thinking environment. We actively advocate for diversity, equity, and accessibility in STEM through initiatives like FIRSTLikeAGirl, LGBTQ+ of FIRST, and MEFIRST. Recognizing the importance of making robotics events accessible to everyone, we are proud to be launching an Accessibility FIRST initiative to improve inclusivity and accessibility at competitions and venues. Beyond the competition field, our team engages in political advocacy by meeting with lawmakers on Capitol Hill throughout the year to champion increased funding for robotics programs and STEM education in schools. We believe in using our platform to create a positive and lasting impact, both within the FIRST community and beyond. Graphic Design Community Service Planning and organization General Finance skills Budgeting skills Mechanical Design Programming Electrical design Sports Scouting and Strategy Photography Website design and management AND MORE! Through participating in the Power Hawks, students can acquire skills used in the professional world. These skills include but are not limited to:

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