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Coaches tell board robotics costs run tens of thousands a year and ask district and community for help
Summary
Harper Creek robotics coaches and parents described program costs—entry fees, hardware and travel—that can total $18,000–$26,000 annually for a high‑school team and asked the board to consider district or community support to sustain competitiveness and access.
Three volunteers who coach and support Harper Creek robotics addressed the board on Feb. 10 to outline program costs, state grant support and community fundraising needs.
Peter Eckman, a high‑school head coach, said high‑school robotics typically costs far more than many school extracurriculars because teams build a new robot each year from raw materials and pay steep participation and event fees. "The average is about 18 to $26,000 per year," Eckman said, adding that…
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