We're excited to see you at IC 2023!

Welcome to International Conference 2023!

Let the countdown begin!

In 4 weeks, International Conference attendees will arrive on the beautiful campus of UMass-Amherst. This informational newsletter will be shared each week leading up to the conference. All email addresses provided in the registration system (coordinators, coaches, chaperones, volunteers, directors, staff, etc) will be on our list to send this to.

The newsletters may contain action items and informational items - this edition contains both!

Actions (intro here, details later in the newsletter):

1. GIPS and Scenario surveys regarding FPSOnline or handwriting
2. Interest for sessions and workshops (due May 11, 2023)

Information (intro here, details later in the newsletter):

1. Scenario Performance sub-themes
2. FAQs and link to website
3. Pre-IC sessions and recordings
4. Important dates coming soon

Cheers,

The FPSPI Staff

(April, Debbie, Damien, Frances, Allison, Kyla, and Caitlin)

Scenario Performance Sub-themes

Now that registration for IC 2023 is complete, Scenario Performers should consider their approach to Currency using the included subtopics. For information about competition subthemes and guidelines Click Here.

The Scenario Performance competition will take place before a live audience on Thursday, June 8th, and Friday, June 7th as assigned in your check-in packet. Final round will be held Saturday morning.

Attention GIPS and Scenario Writers

We at FPSPI need to know if you plan on handwriting or typing in FPSOnline for your competition. This will help us prepare materials and locations.

Please promptly submit the survey ASAP!

GIPS Team

GIPS Individual

Scenario Writing

Workshops and Sessions

Reminder: If your school/group has not completed your Session Interest Survey form, please do so today as the survey is due on May 11th. Click here for the survey and here if you would like a video walk through of how to complete the form.

This is NOT an RSVP for a confirmed seat at the session, it is merely an interest so that the FPSPI can prepare enough materials for the level of interest and select the best room on campus for each session.

Competition Specifics

Do you have questions about competitions at the FPSPI International Conference? Most of your answers can be found at the IC website.

• When is CmPS project setup?
• Will my Scenario Performance be recorded or performed live?
• How long is my scenario allowed to be?

These and many other issues are addressed in the competition documents provided for each competition.

Pre IC Sessions and Recordings

Did you miss the May 8th session on using the RR&R with students? You can watch the recording here.

Don't forget our other upcoming Pre IC Sessions for Coaches:

On Monday, May 15th, from 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM EDT, we have a session entitled: Developing Underlying Problem Ideas While Preparing for Competition



On the 15th, join the Zoom Meeting using this information.

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81764218687?pwd=UEZOMUVYemdFbVFPaER2Kzlhdk13Zz09

Meeting ID: 817 6421 8687

Passcode: FPSPI

On Monday, May 22nd, from 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM EDT, we have a session called Enhancing a Future Perspective and Showing Research in Booklet Writing and that Zoom link is forthcoming.

Important Dates

• May 17- 3 weeks until IC newsletter to all participants and coaches (Whova info, FPSOnline practice session info, etc)

• May 18 - FPSOnline login information sent to IC coaches
• May 19-24 - FPSOnline practice session for GIPS and Scenario Writers

• May 24 - 2 weeks until IC newsletter (competition prep; packing tips, etc.)

• May 30 - Affiliate Council 7am-12noon Eastern Time/New York
• May 31 - Affiliate Council 5pm-10pm Eastern Time/New York

• May 31 - 1 week until IC newsletter (campus maps, last-minute reminders about travel, check-in, etc.)

• June 7-11 International Conference