1345 James Payne
Coming from a team where any respect within the team is earned, we have always understood the clicheé actions speak louder than words. If anyone has earned our respect, Mr. James Payne, our teacher and mentor, has received it without hesitation from his teammates.Mr. Payne, by title, teaches engineering at Stranahan High School. However, as […]
25 Wayne Cokeley
Wayne Cokeley defines the words ‘teacher’ and ‘mentor’ in ways others can only hope to attain. His infectious enthusiasm and incredible dedication sets an example for all FIRST mentors to emulate.”-Rich Kressly, FIRST Senior Mentor, Mentor of team 1712, and former Mentor of Team 103. Throughout his decade in FIRST, Wayne has gone to great […]
1089 Wayne Cokeley
The Woodie Flowers Award recognizes individuals who have mastered the art of communication in the fields of engineering and design. There are very few people who exemplify all the qualities necessary to succeed at this ambitious goal. Wayne Cokeley, coach to Team 25 and mentor to a myriad of other teams, including our own, manages […]
5414 Andrew Hartnett
Most aren’t willing to accept the challenge of starting an FRC team, but Andrew Hartnett(AJ) did, enthusiastically becoming the head mentor in a school district with little FIRST experience. He makes his passion for FIRST and STEM contagious by ensuring we are engaged and have opportunities to accomplish our goals. He built not just a […]
1625 Scott Hill
Our mentors make up the foundation of Winnovation. Each mentor contributes to Team 1625 in their own unique and special way. But, one has made a significant impact and also a founding mentor of Winnovation, Scott Hill. For the past 14 years, he has mentored students while helping them grow and learn. He is an […]
111 Al Skierkiewicz
“I met a man with a dollar, we exchanged dollars and each of us left with a dollar. I met a man with an idea, we exchanged ideas, and each of us left with two ideas.” This encompasses who Al Skierkiewicz is. He transforms kids into thinkers, future entrepreneurs, and confident individuals. Al has […]
330 Matt Driggs
According to the dictionary definition, a hero is a man admired for his achievements and qualities. I would love to introduce you to Matt Driggs, team 330’s hero, and the only mentor even nominated by the Beach Bot students for the Woodie Flowers award. Seven years ago, Mr. Driggs, a Raytheon engineer, decided to join […]
845 Pete Proner
Every once in a while one comes across a person who influences him in ways that may surprise him; someone who seems like just another person, but turns is extraordinary. A person who becomes not only a mentor but also a teacher, guide, and friend. He leaves a mark that will never be forgotten […]
16 John Novak
In the fall, John creates an electronics club for anyone interested in learning controls and programming. He has taught evening engineering classes and brought all the materials necessary for everyone on the team to make a circuit with a battery and LED. In November, he carted last year’s robot to school to explain its functions […]
694 Tom Ferguson
“Freshman year, I joined the Robotics Team, and my kids did too,” says Tom Ferguson, amateur stand-up comedian and Team 694’s lead engineering mentor of four years. This funny, inspirational dad is also an aerospace engineer and Vice President of Engineering at Cox & Company, Inc., the only aerospace manufacturing firm in Manhattan. Tom is […]
