The Central Illinois Regional (CIR) FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) is an intense three-day event showcasing robots developed and operated by teams of high school students.  The competing robots are the result of 6-1/2 weeks of high school students and professional engineering/science mentors teaming up to solve the engineering challenges presented in the Season Challenge/Robot Game.  The robots represent the product of focused brainstorming, real-world teamwork, dedicated mentoring, and managing project deadlines.  The mentor/student interaction is integral to the FRC program.  It takes a lot of hard work to develop a competitive robot, and it shows when you see them in action at the Central Illinois Regional.