Core Values

The FLL Core Values are the cornerstones of the FLL program. They are among the fundamental elements that distinguish FLL from other programs of its kind. By embracing the Core Values, participants learn that friendly competition and mutual gain are not separate goals, and that helping one another is the foundation of teamwork.

• We are a team
• We do the work to find solutions with guidance from our coaches and mentors
• We honor the spirit of friendly competition
• What we discover is more important than what we win
• We share our experiences with others
• We display Gracious Professionalism in everything we do
• We have fun

 

NOTE: If you are coaching one team of several at a school, please make sure that you are the Coach who is responsible for your team's competition registration before proceeding.

Here's how to do it:

1. Go to https://gofll.usfirst.org/ and log in to your coach's account. (This link is also referenced in individual events if search for Events in Alabama through FIRST's main Home Page)

2. Click EVENTS in the blue bar.

3. Scroll down through the list of events and click on "Alabama FLL Event Group"

The next screen lists the 4 Alabama Qualifiers and the Championship. NOTE: All Alabama FLL teams must participate in a Qualifying Event. Teams from these Qualifiers will be invited to advance to the Championship. (However, all Jr. FLL teams will participate at the Championship Dec. 17.)

4. Although there is an INFO button for each event, Click the only APPLY NOW button.

5. The next screen should list your team's information- click the link on the right: APPLY FOR EVENTS.

This provides a screen that allows you to indicate your team's preferences among the 4 Qualifiers (First choice, Second choice, and Third choice). 

Nov. 12 - North Alabama Qualifier at Grace Lutheran School 

Nov. 19 - Hampton Cove Middle School Qualifier

Dec.  3 - Madison Qualifier

Dec. 3 - Central Alabama Qualifier

 

Exciting news!

FIRST LEGO League has expanded to over 70 teams in Alabama! A new FLL celebration and competition structure is under development. We are aware of how eager all participants are to confirm their competition dates! Details aren’t finalized yet, but here are the facts so far:

• All Alabama FLL teams will participate in FIRST LEGO League “Qualifier” events. Held prior to the Championship, these will provide everyone the required 12 weeks following the September 2 Challenge release date.
• Alabama FLL Championship will be held December 17, 2011 at Columbia High School in Huntsville, AL for around 36 teams. All teams must attend a Qualifier. You will be notified of the Qualifier you will be attending. There will be a registration fees to attend both the Qualifiers and the Championship.
• Teams advancing to the Championship will be determined by the new award structure. Advancement details will be publish at a later date.
• The Alabama’s Jr. FLL Event will be held at the Championship on December 17, 2011
• All Qualifiers and the Championship competition will be one-day events: Robot competitions as well as judging for Project, Robot Design and Core Values will all be held on Saturday.

While FIRST’s open registration for all FLL and Jr. FLL teams runs from May to September on their website (http://www.usfirst.org), each state’s teams must register for competitions separately. Qualifier details and open registration for Alabama’s competitions will be open October 4th and Closing on Oct. 22nd https://gofll.usfirst.org/

As with any development process, testing and adjustments are needed and it is sometimes painful. This is a growing year for FIRST LEGO League in Alabama. We appreciate your patience as volunteers work to coordinate new events at new venues for Alabama’s FLL participants.

Dates:

• North Alabama Qualifier at Grace Lutheran School November 12, 2011
• Hampton Cove Middle School Qualifier November 19, 2011
• Central Alabama Qualifier December 3, 2011
• Madison Qualifier December 3, 2011
• Alabama FLL Championship December 17, 2011

“The Core Values Judging will only be a teamwork activity, for all the Alabama FLL Events. Your team will not have to produce a poster for team values”