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Technology Student Association
A student organization devoted to the needs of middle and high school students interested in: Technology Innovation Design Engineering
The Technology Student Association fosters personal growth, leadership, and opportunities in technology, innovation, design, and engineering. Members apply and integrate science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) concepts through co-curricular activities, competitive events and related programs.
• Opportunities to compete at state and National Conference• Expert judging by technology educators and industry• Individual and team recognition
TSA chapters take STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) beyond the classroom giving motivated students a chance to pursue academic challenges among friends with similar goals and interests.
TSA competitions are
Correlated to the Standards
for Technological Literacy.
The National TSA Conference provides a hands-on venue for learning about science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
Students compete individually or as a teamand are rewarded not only with trophies but with the memories and the challenges of a national TSA conference.
TSA gives STUDENTS the opportunity to….
TSA gives ADVISORS the opportunity to….
Agriculture and Biotechnology Challenge
Construction Challenge
Electronic Gaming
Flight
Go Green Manufacturing
Lights, Camera, Action
Prepared Speech
Robot Tobor
Website Design
Middle School
Animatronics
Computer Aided Design (CAD)
Desktop Publishing
Engineering Design
Fashion Design
Music Production
Scientific Visualization (SciViz)
Transportation Modeling
High School
Professional training in leadership skills such as:
Team building
Self-Esteem
Communication
Vision
Challenge Management
Professionalism
F1 in Schools Competition
General Sessions
American Cancer Society Event
Education Fair
Special Interest Sessions
State Delegation Meetings
Cooperation and support of school administration
Good logistical planning
Approval and support of
parentsN
ecessary registration andtravel
fundsW
ell prepared and motivated students
Pre Registration On-site
Advisor $90.00 $100.00
Student Member $90.00 $100.00
Alumni $40.00 $50.00
Guest $40.00 $50.00
Child $25.00 $35.00
Fees for the 2010 National TSA Conference are set by the TSA Board of Directors.
TSA Website (www.tsaweb.org)
• Competitive event themes and problems• Contact information for competition regulations committee• Resources for teachers including fundraising ideas• Conference schedule information• Online conference registration• Reservation links to conference hotels with negotiated rates• Travel information • Awards criteria and information• Local tourist information
“I fondly recall so many fine students and advisors I met and interacted with during my twenty-five year association with TSA. During that time I often commented that anyone who would like to see a whole lot of what is right about the technology field should attend a TSA conference.”Len S. LitowitzPresident, International Technology Education AssociationTeaching Excellence in Technology, Innovation,Design and Engineering (TIDE)
"Attending national TSA conferences has allowed me to demonstrate and test my technological skills in a fun, competitive situation."Peter AndrewsMount Pleasant High School, Delaware2009-2010 National TSA President
National TSA1914 Association DriveReston, VA 20191-1540
Phone: 703/860-9000 Toll free: 888/860-9010www.tsaweb.org