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".Being in Robotics with Mrs. Crites and Mrs. Adkins as coaches, has changed my life. Before joining I went to school because I had to, and only did enough to get by. After joining robotics I found my passion for STEM and met many amazing people who pushed me to be a better student and person. This year I graduated from high school at the top of my class and am preparing to attend the Rose Hulman Institute of Technology with a substantial scholarship. Joining robotics is without a doubt the best decision I ever made."

"Alicen Adkins and Bonnie Crites have had a profound impact on me both during and after my time on the JackBots robotics teams. Over the eight years I've been involved in robotics, they have consistently gone above and beyond-not just for me, but for the entire team.

Whether it was staying hours after practice to help troubleshoot code or repair parts on the robot, or offering guidance outside of robotics, their dedication has never wavered. They've written letters of recommendation for colleges, assisted with applications, and have been incredible mentors every step of the way.

Their support, encouragement, and unwavering belief in their students have made them two of the most influential people in my life. I'm incredibly grateful for everything they've done— not only to help me grow as a student and team member, but as a person.