Timeline The following timeline provides a quick overview of what needs to be done, and when. For detailed breakdowns of tasks for each role, click below! Coordinator Step-by-Step Timeline Facilitator Step-by-Step Timeline Judge Step-by-Step Timeline 6 months before: Determine organizer’s roles – coordinator, facilitator or judge Find a location Schedule Workshop & Challenge Days Determine budget Set registration fee Recruit local middle school teams Solicit local companies for support Once dates are selected, contact NFPA to make the Facebook event (for Public Challenges only) Once teams are signed up: Communicate instructions to teachers Order competition kits, t-shirts and trophies Notify the press Share the NFPA Fluid Power Challenge Facebook Page with all teachers participating 2-3 months before: Familiarize yourself with the step-by-step instructions for Workshop & Challenge Days Cross-check shipment of competition kits Construct layout for Challenge event 1 month before: Make arrangements for lunch for Workshop & Challenge Days Confirm judges Day of Workshop or Challenge: Print out copies/signs you will need Set up tables for event Conduct Judges Meeting Actively post pictures and videos to the NFPA Fluid Power Challenge Facebook Page Start your Action Challenge today, here!