The Club Office, suite 203, which operates some what independent of the Charities office as far as hours, is manned by Al Olson - Treasurer & Sally Erickson Club Executive Director. Our/Sally's summer office hours will be Monday and Tuesday 7am to 6pm. Wed and Thurs 7am to noon, closed on Friday.For the folks that help with the Newsletter It would be helpful if I received your photos and stories by 7am Thursday Morning. I appreciate your help with this item and look forward to serving the club. Sally will begin these hours on June 1st 2015.
A robot may not injure a human being or, through inaction, allow a human being to come to harm.
A robot must obey the orders given it by human beings, except where such orders would conflict with the First Law.
A robot must protect its own existence as long as such protection does not conflict with the First or Second Laws
Isaac Asimov laid out his Three Laws of Robotics more than 70 years ago, when we feared these potentially destructive man-made creatures. Today we are less fearful, though no less sure they mean our ruin. However, Tuesday we saw the other side of the coin as a seemingly simple robot stacked two different types of containers three high. Simple, right? Not a chance.
This robot was the creative endeavor of a group of Science and Math students from Central High School’s FIRST Robotics team – The Raptors 1711. And this non-threatening machine amazed in its manipulation Their robotic creation landed them 8th in the world having competed against 607 teams from 40 counties, and winning their division medal! An incredible accomplishment and honor for each of these students, their teachers, Central High School and Traverse City.
Jayne Mohr introduced John Failor, a Math teacher at Central, who launched the program and Tom McGinty, a software specialist, who coached the team. Then we met the students who made my jaw drop, as they showed there robot in action.
The experience and excitement these young people shared for their achievement, their colleagues and peers and their future said it all on Tuesday afternoon. The three laws held firm, and we expect to see these people leading us into a future full of great promise. Go Raptors 1711.
Traverse City Central High School's FIRST Robotics Team also known as the Raptors have just completed their most successful season ever. The Raptors began the season by earning the prestigious Engineering Inspiration Award at the Kettering University District Event. At the Traverse City District Event, the Raptors won the district championship on an alliance with teams from Rochester and Cheboygan. At the Michigan State
Championship, the Raptors won the state championship on an alliance with teams from Temperance Bedford and Northville which qualified them for the FIRST Championship in St. Louis. At the FIRST Championship, the Raptors were one of only 32 teams in the world to win a subdivision championship, partnering with teams from Canada, Israel, and New York.
John Failor who teaches math at Traverse City Central High School helped start the Raptors 10 years ago. In addition to helping organize the team and manage team finances and fundraising, he runs the Traverse City FIRST Robotics District Event at Traverse City Central High School.
Tony McGinty Tony has been mentoring and coaching STEM related activities for our youth for many years in the Grand Traverse Area. Though a busy managing software engineer for Genesys Telecommunications, Inc out of San Francisco, he dedicates his spare time to developing youth using robotics, engineering and creative thinking as a platform. Working with a team of industry adults, non-technical volunteers and closely with faculty at Central High School and TCAPS, he is delighted by achievements of late with The Raptors, the high-school team he coaches for landing an 8th place in the world for the FIRST Robotics Competition.
President George Powell called Tuesday’s meeting to order with Homer Nye giving the invocation and Bob Stow leading us in song. Deb Lake introduced our visitors and guests.
Dale Chilcotte is reviewing and signing up individuals for committee assignments. Please don’t forget to check in with him in the next few weeks.
Jayne Mohr introduced Erin Fitzpatrick. Erin, a teacher here in Traverse City, has applied to be a Rotary Global Scholar, and we are the sponsoring District and Club. She is hoping to attend the University of Edinburgh, Scotland. We wish her well.
Kid’s Fishing Day is coming up later in June and Homer Nye is seeking our help. We are also a part of Adopt-a-Stream, and will be working again this year on June 1st. So signup as you are able.
Ralph Mittelberger is gathering folks for this year’s Tag Day the weekend of June 6th. Please sign-up and give generously, as this is directly related to our local giving.
Lorraine Beers spoke to us about Polio Plus and its strides and World Community Service. They are still collecting pledges throughout May.
President George also reminded everyone to watch for and take the surveys that are appearing in announcements from Sally. He also announced next year’s Rotary Show dates: April 27-30, 2016. Get ready folks!
Jayne Mohr introduced John Failor, a Math teacher at Central, who launched the program and Tom McGinty, a software specialist, who coached the team. Then we met the students who made my jaw drop, as they showed there robot in action.
Working with a team of industry adults, non-technical volunteers and closely with faculty at Central High School and TCAPS, he is delighted by achievements of late with The Raptors, the high-school team he coaches for landing an 8th place in the world for the FIRST Robotics Competition.
President George Powell called Tuesday’s meeting to order with Homer Nye giving the invocation and Bob Stow leading us in song. Deb Lake introduced our visitors and guests.
Lorraine Beers spoke to us about Polio Plus and its strides and World Community Service. They are still collecting pledges throughout May.
Rotary Club of Traverse City