Bridges & Barriers Guiding Questions

Guiding Questions for Identifying Barriers (Challenges & Obstacles)

Access & Participation

• What’s preventing some students from joining or staying on the team?

• Are there transportation, scheduling, or financial issues limiting access?

• Are younger students or certain schools underrepresented on our team?

Time & Capacity

• Are there any time constraints or burnout risks for students or mentors?

• Is the team struggling to balance robotics with other responsibilities?

• Do we have enough volunteers and support to meet our goals?

Space & Equipment

• Are our facilities meeting our needs consistently?

• What equipment, tools, or materials do we lack access to?

• Are there limitations in when or how we can use our workspace?

Growth & Sustainability

• What gaps exist in our pipeline (FLL to FRC, alumni to mentor)?

• Are there any funding or sponsor concerns we should plan for?

• What would prevent us from continuing or growing in the future?

Guiding Questions for Identifying Bridges (Supports & Strengths)

People & Team Dynamics

• Who are the people or partners that are helping our team succeed?

• What skills, knowledge, or experience do our students and mentors bring?

• What’s working well in how our team communicates and collaborates?

Resources & Tools

• What resources (tools, spaces, funding) are currently available to us?

• Are there any partnerships or sponsors that give us a boost?

• What locations or facilities are working well for our team?

Programs & Recruitment

• What’s helping us attract new students or volunteers?

• Are there programs or outreach efforts that are building long-term interest?

• How are we retaining knowledge from year to year?

Community & Visibility

• What community connections or public events are supporting us?

• How do we show up positively in our local area or online?