First off, I know this probably isn’t an appropriate subject for the vex forums, but i don’t really know where else i can get the input i need. If any vex forum moderators feel this is the case, feel free to ban/lock the thread. Otherwise, here’s my problem…
I (we as team 1031) have qualified to go to Dallas for the world championships. I’ve booked the flights, the hotels, made a plan, and I’m all set. I’m just waiting for late april to come around.
But, it seems that I’m going to be the only one from my school that’s going to be able to go. Some of my friends are trying, but the chances are really slim.
Also, because I am going to be representing will c wood and its about the high school getting it’s team there, theres the issue of liability and, what i like to call, ‘paperwork crap’ that’s going to make it really hard for the school to be ok with me going. ( i’m not really sure if i worded how that works right but i hope you get the general idea)
Also, since the school owns all the equipment and parts, they obviously own the robot i built.
I’m feeling really stuck. I wonder if theres some way to make this all work but no solutions come to mind.
besides the advice i would like on this situation, i have a few questions…
Is there a way that i can go to dallas independently and just ‘represent’ my school or something of that sort? so i can make the school a lot less liable…
Are teams allowed to compete even if they’re not representing a high school but are high school students? maybe a high school club?
As always, thanks in advance for any help/advice
Sincerely,
Andrew