Team 167 2026 Kick-Off THIS SATURDAY!

Good evening,

The 2026 season is finally here! Below are some quick reminders and information as we move into the build season.

FRC Kickoff – Saturday, January 10

Location: E. Jean Schwab Auditorium, Coralville Public Library

Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Kickoff is the first official team event of the 2026 competition season. The team will watch the game reveal, learn what this year’s challenge involves, and start working through initial strategy ideas. Parents and families are welcome to attend and participate in the excitement of the season kickoff.

RSVP by Thursday, January 8: link

Saturday Meal Sign-Up

We are using SignUpGenius for parents to help provide ingredients for team meals during long weekend build days. This is a great way to support the team. If you sign up for a meal, please bring the uncooked ingredients to the lab by the Thursday prior to your scheduled day.

SignUpGenius: link

Regional Competitions

Team 167 will be competing in two regional events this season. Estimated costs are listed below and will be finalized once student participation numbers are confirmed.

This year, we are asking for a non-refundable $50 deposit per student per regional by January 30 to help with planning. Please reach out with any questions or concerns regarding this change. We are still actively working to find fundraising and sponsorship opportunities for students.

Competition Deposit Payment by Friday, January 30: link

Cost includes hotel, transportation, and meals throughout the event. Deposits will go toward the final cost of the regional.

Bluff County Regional (Winona, MN)

March 4–7 | Estimated $250

Iowa Regional (Cedar Falls, IA)

March 26–28 | Estimated $200

Lab Expectations and Code of Conduct

As we move into build and competition season, students will be spending significantly more time together, and emotions can run high. This is a reminder that Iowa City Robotics is an inclusive, respectful learning environment at all times, including in the lab, at events, and on the Discord server.

Please review the Code of Conduct with your student at the beginning of the season. Attendance at competitions is a privilege, not a guarantee. Students who are not contributing to the success of the team or who violate team policies may not be allowed to attend events.

Code of Conduct: link

Required Safety Forms

If your student has not completed the following forms, please do so as soon as possible. These are required for participation in the competition season.

STIMS: link

Liability and Release Form: link

As always, feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Thanks,

Madison Livermore

Iowa City Robotics