2008 New York City FIRST Tech Challenge
 The inaugural New York City FIRST Tech Challenge event that will be held Saturday, April 5, 2008 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. The 2008 competition will include 59 FTC teams the tri-state area. The event is a state-wide celebration of high school students working smart in science and technology.
Venue Address and Website:
Jacob K. Javits Convention Center
655 West 34th Street
New York, NY 10001
http://www.javitscenter.com
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Food Policy:
The Javits Center, known for being the world’s marketplace, offers a wide variety of food options, containing its own dual-level food court. There will be a seating section designated for teams behind the FRC pit area, and a public seating section at the venue as well. Food may be brought into the arena.
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Event Schedule:
| 8:00am |
Doors Open |
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Registration Opens |
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Robot Inspection Opens |
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Practice Fields Available |
| 9:30am |
Opening Ceremonies |
| 9:45am - 12:45pm |
Division Qualifying Rounds |
| 12:45 - 1:00pm |
Alliance Selections |
| 1:00 - 1:30pm |
Lunch |
| 1:30 - 3:330pm |
Division Elimination Rounds |
| 3:30 - 4:00pm |
Championship Elimination Round |
| 4:00 - 4:30pm |
Awards Ceremony |
| 5:00pm |
Pits Closed |
Contact:
For more information, please contact Josh Walfish at joshua.walfish@credit-suisse.com or Bruce Rajswasser at brajswasse@msn.com.
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