South East Denver Classic

Agenda

Saturday, November 21, 2026
Location: Hamilton Middle School

Additional Information:

• Robot Skills Challenge and practice fields will be available throughout qualification matches.
• Judging interviews will take place during the competition. Teams will receive additional instructions on judging procedures.
• All teams must complete robot inspection before participating in official matches.
• The event schedule is tentative and subject to change based on registration numbers and competition progress.
• All attendees must exit the building by 5:00 PM.

Volunteer

Thank you for your interest in volunteering at the Southeast Denver Classic VEX IQ Robotics Competition!

We are excited to host this event at Hamilton Middle School and appreciate your willingness to help make it a great experience for our students.

Event Information

• Event: Southeast Denver Classic (VEX IQ Blended)

• Date: Saturday, November 21, 2026

• Location: Hamilton Middle School

• Address: 8600 E. Dartmouth Avenue, Denver, CO 80231

• Event Hours: 7:30 AM – approximately 5:00 PM

• Hosted by: Sparta Robotica Foundation

The event schedule may change depending on the number of participating teams.

Volunteer Interest Form

If you are interested in volunteering, please complete the form below. This will help us understand your availability, preferred roles, and any accommodations or dietary needs.

Fill Out the Volunteer Interest Form

Volunteer assignments are still being finalized. We will contact volunteers with their assigned positions and any additional instructions before the competition.

Thank you again for supporting the Southeast Denver Classic and helping us provide more robotics opportunities for students in the Denver area!

Event Details

The competition will take place in several areas of Hamilton Middle School:

• Auditorium: Competition fields and matches

• Cafeteria: Team pits, concessions, and volunteer refreshments

• Downstairs Classrooms: Judging interviews

Additional information, including parking instructions, building maps, volunteer check-in procedures, and the final event schedule, will be shared closer to the event.

Volunteer Positions

We are currently organizing volunteer assignments and determining where help is needed most.

We will do our best to match each volunteer with a position that fits their interests, experience, and availability. No prior robotics experience is required for many of our volunteer positions!

Potential positions include:

• Judges

• Referees and Scorekeepers

• Field Reset

• Team Check-In and Robot Inspection

• Team Queuing

• Practice Field Monitor

• Event Setup and Cleanup

• General Event Support

Some positions may require additional training or certification.

Sparta Robotica Foundation
Supporting youth robotics and STEM education

Emergency/Bad Weather Policy

The safety of our students, coaches, volunteers, and spectators is our top priority.

In the event of severe weather, unsafe road conditions, or an emergency that may impact the Southeast Denver Classic, event organizers will evaluate conditions and determine whether the competition can safely proceed.

• Severe Weather: Snow, ice, or other hazardous weather conditions may result in a delayed start or cancellation.

• School Closures: If Denver Public Schools closes Hamilton Middle School or restricts access to the facility, the event may be canceled or postponed.

• Communication: Any changes to the event schedule, including delays or cancellations, will be communicated to registered teams through email and updated on RobotEvents as soon as possible.

• Emergency Procedures: In the event of an emergency during the competition, attendees must follow the instructions of event staff and school personnel.

If the event must be canceled, registered teams will receive additional information regarding refunds or possible rescheduling.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us keep everyone safe.

Refund and Payment Policies

If the Event Partner cancels the event:

If the Southeast Denver Classic is canceled due to severe weather, facility closures, or other unforeseen circumstances, we will make every effort to reschedule the event. If rescheduling is not possible, refunds will be issued to registered teams, subject to any nonrefundable VEXevents processing fees.

If a Coach/Mentor completes registration for the event then chooses to withdraw or not attend:

All refund requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, and refunds are not guaranteed.

As this is our first year hosting the Southeast Denver Classic, we are using registration fees to purchase the equipment, supplies, and other necessities needed to run a successful competition.

If your team needs to withdraw, please contact the Event Partner as soon as possible to discuss your situation.

We appreciate your understanding and support as we work to establish this event and expand robotics competition opportunities in the Denver area!

Judging Format

Engineering Notebooks: 

• All notebooks need to be brought in person and will be judged on site. 

Interviews:

• Onsite and in person

Waitlist

7 teams are on the waitlist for this event.