Chesapeake Connect: Volunteer Newsletter Vol. 5

Chesapeake Connect

Volunteer News

Howdy!

We've got some fantastic news to share with you in this edition of the newsletter, and we just couldn't wait to get it all down!

First up, there are new stipend positions opening up next season, which is super exciting for anyone looking to dive deeper into our community. Plus, get ready for a summer packed with celebration events – it’s going to be unforgettable! We’re also thrilled to introduce you to some of next season's volunteer leadership. These inspiring leaders are just waiting to meet you!

And that's not all – we're now recruiting key volunteers for the 24-25 FTC season, so if you’ve ever wanted to play a pivotal role with us, now’s your chance. Can't wait to see what we'll achieve together!

Catch you soon,

Shelly, Isaiah, Anne, and Alex

The Catch-up

New Positions Announced

We're looking for a District Volunteer Coordinator and Sub District Volunteer Coordinators to closely work with both the FRC and FTC Directors to help manage, recruit, and retain volunteers throughout our District.

Both roles are stipend based positions.

Learn More & Apply

Cheers to You!

We want to celebrate all that you do to contribute to the Chesapeake Community.

Join us in August in Charlottesville, VA at Högwaller Brewing or at TBD in NORTH CITY. More details will be shared in our next newsletter!

RSVP

Next FTC Season's Leaders

We are excited to announce some of our Senior Leads for next year's FTC Season.

Joe Bouchard, Senior Judge Advisor
Ryan W., Senior FIRST Tech Advisor
Jim Anderson, Senior Head Referee
Michael Davidson, Senior Scorekeeper

Want to Join Them?

These folks work tirelessly behind the scenes to help recruit, train, and continuously improve our volunteers and their experiences.

Want to join next year's leadership? We are still recruiting for a Senior Robot Inspector and a Senior Emcee - not to mention all of the Leadership roles for FRC.

Reach Out

We want to meet your crew

Alright Awesome FIRST Chesapeake Community, we need your help!

In an effort to recruit volunteers in local geographic locations, please send an introduction email connecting either the FRC Director or FTC Director to your local contacts.

When your friends are my friends, and my friends are your friends, the happier we'll be!

Let's Connect!

FTC Virtual Training Season

FTC will offer virtual training opportunities with seasoned presenters in August prior to the launch of the 2024-2025. These sessions will serve as an introduction to the role.

Zoom links for each training will be available on our website and in our next edition of Chesapeake Connect.

Schedule

All sessions will be from 7-8pm.

August 6	Judge	Volunteer Coordinator
August 13	Inspector	Event Manager
August 20	Scorekeeper	FTA
August 27	Referee

Mark your calendars!

Links will be shared in August.

Additional trainings will be offered in person at Kick Off events in September and more in depth virtual trainings for technical roles in October.

The Chesapeake Connection

www.firstchesapeake.org