Elmore County VEX IQ Scrimmage

Agenda

8:00 am - Doors open, Check-in Begins

All registered team members will be offered a complimentary breakfast of a biscuit, fruit, juice, and milk if the team is registered by April 26th.

8:30 am - 9:15 am - Inspection 

9:15 am - Event Meeting

9:45 am - Skills Opens and Qualification Matches Begin

11:30-12:15 - Lunch - everything closes for lunch

12:15 pm - Skills and Qualification Matches Resume

1:15 pm - Skills Fields Close

2:15 pm - Qualification Matches end and Finals are announced

2:30 pm - Finals

3:00 pm - Awards Ceremony

Volunteer

Contact Jennifer Spencer at [email protected] if you are interested in volunteering.

Emergency/Bad Weather Policy

In the event of extreme weather or a resurgence of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is possible that we will change the format of this event. Teams will be updated on this decision as the event approaches. In the meantime, we encourage you to continue following COVID-19 guidelines and stay safe. We will do everything in our power to make this event happen in person!

Refund and Payment Policies

We are unable to offer refunds for any reason.

Health and Safety Policies

While we cannot guarantee that you will not be exposed during your visit, we are committed to making our venue as safe as possible in the midst of this COVID-19 pandemic. We appreciate your cooperation during this unprecedented time and ask that you visit the CDC website for the latest information. The following participation standards do meet (and in most cases exceed) current State guidelines.

Competition Safety Measures:

• Spectators will be limited to 2 people per team member.  We will live-stream this event for everyone's enjoyment.
• Team pits will be socially distanced.
• Volunteers undergo temperature checks; wear face coverings; and participate in new procedure training. Participant Requirements:

	Face covering required Everyone is required to wear a face-covering at the event.		Temperature check required Temperature checks will be required before entering the competition building, anyone with a temperature of 100 degrees or greater will not be admitted.
	Wash hands often Wash your hands with soap and water often for at least 20 seconds.		Social distancing Practice social distancing and keep at least 6 feet (2 meters) between your team and others.
	Floor markings When present, please observe floor markings and posted signs specifying distancing and direction.		Avoid contact with people who may be sick Days prior to traveling to our event, limit activities that may expose you to friends or family members who are sick
	Use hand sanitizer when required Each time entering the competition area, you will be required to use hand sanitizer. (provided)		Follow volunteer direction Please follow directions from our volunteers and have patience as we work through these new event procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where do I have to go to get my temperature taken?

   Participants will have their temperatures taken at the competition building entry checkpoint.

2. What will happen if someone has a high temperature?

   Any participant that has a temperature of 100 degrees or greater will not be able to enter the building and requested that the individual see a doctor, per CDC guidelines.  (If it is a student participant, they will move to a quarantine room until a parent or guardian can pick them up)

3. Will I be required to wear a face-covering? What if I don’t have one?

   Yes. We are following CDC guidelines as well as local health protocols, and face coverings are required to participate in this event. Please see details below on what is considered an appropriate face covering for your visit. If you do not have a face covering, we have them available for purchase. Also, children under the age of three are not required to wear face coverings.

4. What is considered an appropriate face covering?

   An appropriate face covering for a visit must fit the following criteria:

   • Must cover your nose and mouth and be secured under your chin
   • Must fit snugly against the sides of your face and be secured with ear loops or secured around your head
   • We recommend that face coverings be at least two-ply (consist of at least two layers). Also, a gaiter is not considered an appropriate face covering 

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   The following are NOT permitted at the event:

   • Face coverings with exhalation valves
   • Face coverings that are not secured with ear loops or secured around your head
   • Face coverings that include mesh material or holes of any kind
   • Face coverings that are unable to be secured under your chin, such as bandannas
   • Costume masks or veils, per our costume guidelines
5. Where can I purchase a face covering?

   A surgical mask-type face covering will be available for purchase.

6. What about face coverings when participants are eating?

   Participants must wear face coverings at all times, unless they are actively eating or drinking, and they must also be socially distanced from other travel parties while consuming their food or beverage.

7. What if I’m traveling from out-of-state?

   Visitors should be aware of and comply with government guidelines regarding travel restrictions and mandatory quarantines before visiting our campus.