This document discusses the FIRST Dean's List Award, which recognizes high school students who demonstrate leadership, commitment, and passion for the ideals of the FIRST robotics competition. It outlines the criteria for selection, which includes leadership, technical skills, motivation of teammates, and increasing awareness of FIRST. It describes different approaches teams take to nominating students and having them or mentors write the submission. It notes that regional finalists and championship winners are selected, and that winning students are recognized at the championship ceremony.