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I've been thinking about applying for a seasonal, but am wondering about what the hours and days are.

I am making a proposal for an FTC team at my school. What tools are required/recommended and how much should I set aside for misc costs each season(In Canada).

Also another couple questions do FTC teams get sponsors or is that mainly FRC or how do you guys fund your teams. Also why do some people seem so adamant on the team having social media accounts, is it that important does it not just restrict build time?

Hello I am a student from Ontario(Suburban area In The GTA). My high school currently has no robotics team and I am researching to start one. I just want to ask a few questions so I have all the information correct for a proposal.

Should I aim towards a FTC or FRC team. I don't know what experience students at my school have and I am will probably only be able to get 2, hour long sessions per week(I might be able to get more though). My school has 3d printers and a wood working shop. Should I try getting the team into FTC and then FRC in a latter year?

How much funds should I have allocated for miscellaneous expenses. Is a team only considered a rookie for a single year, and is the registration fee the same every year? How much should we be expecting to invest into building the robot. Is it realistic to get a grant or sponsor on a team's first year(What kind of businesses should I contact?). What are alternative methods for fund raising.

How do mentors work?

Thank you.