EnrichED FAQ
FAQs
Caledonia EnrichED is a non-profit organization dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the quality of educational enrichment opportunities at Caledonia Community Schools through the collaboration of parents, educators, and the community. One program is currently operating under our the umbrella; Caledonia Robotics.
Due to a lack of volunteers, Caledonia Odyssey of the Mind (OM) did not operate under EnrichED during the 2021-22 season - seeking volunteers for 2022-23 season.
PROGRAM BREAK DOWN
Robotics
- Jr FLL 2nd-3rd grade
- VEX IQ 4th-6th grade
- MS VEX 7th-8th grade
- HS VEX 9th-12th grade
RAD Drone
- RAD Drone 7th-12th grade
KICK-OFF MEETINGS
Informational kick-off meetings are held prior to each season to educate parents on each Caledonia EnrichED Program, as follows:
- Robotics August 3 for 2022-23 (VEXIQ only)
- RAD Drone Nov/Dec
HOW TO REGISTER
Online registration opens the night of the information meeting for a limited number of weeks. Links can be found for each program on the Caledonia EnrichED website.
TEAM REQUESTS
Each registration form provides team members the opportunity to request a friend and, for those returning, to remain on the same team. While these requests are considered, they are not guaranteed.
COACHING
Teams will not be formed until 2 coaches (or 1 coach/mentor, in the case of HS VEX program) have been named for each team. Coaches are required to complete a background check.
EQUIPMENT & SHIRTS
All materials and equipment for teams, necessary to participate in competitions, will be provided, or funded by, each program. All Caledonia EnrichED team members are also provided with a t-shirt. The opportunity to purchase extra shirts for family members is often available for those interested.
FEES
Payments will be accepted online via Paypal or by check, made out to: "Caledonia Enriched" and mailed to PO Box 194, Caledonia, MI 49316. Please do not send or deliver money to school. All returned check fees will be the responsibility of the issuer.
2022-2023 RATES
- Jr FLL TBD *Seeking Coordinator*
- VEX IQ $65
- MS VEX $70
- HS VEX $75
- RAD Drone $TBD
SCHOLARSHIPS
Caledonia EnrichED provides a limited number of scholarships to families who demonstrate significant financial need. Families may self-refer or be referred by school personnel or Caledonia EnrichED members. To be considered, please have a parent or guardian complete the following form.
PRACTICES
Each team’s practice schedule and location is determined by the coaches, with input from the team.
SCHEDULES
Jr FLL Robotics 2022
- Sept-Nov Team Practices
- Nov or Dec Show Me Showcase
VEX IQ Robotics 2022-23
- May 12 Reveal Night
- August Information Night
- Sept-Nov Team Practices
- Nov-Jan Regional Tournaments
- March State Tournament *
- April World Finals *
VEX Robotics 2022-23
- May 5 Reveal Night
- Sept-Feb Team Practices
- Oct-Dec Leagues Meets (optional)
- Oct-Feb Tournaments (team’s choice)
- February HS State Tournament *
- March MS State Tournament *
- April World Finals *
* only for teams that advance
Questions:
JR. FLL - Sarah Grajewski
VEX IQ - Jill Arehart & Kristin Collins
MS VEX - Dawn Robotham
HS VEX - Dave Ambrose
RAD - Joachim Hochwarth
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