What
is TSA?
The Technology Student Association is a non-profit national student
organization devoted to teaching technology education to young people.
TSA's mission is to inspire its student members to prepare for careers
in a technology-driven economy and culture. The demand for technological
expertise is escalating in American industry. Therefore, TSA's teachers
strive to promote technological literacy, leadership, and problem
solving to their student membership.
What are the benefits of
joining TSA?
Perhaps the most important benefit of TSA membership
is the inspiration and enthusiasm that is gained from receiving
recognition for applying knowledge. Demonstrating skills in a forum
beyond school walls is motivating, especially when there is a large,
like-minded audience of peers who is in support of you. Other benefits
include these opportunities:
- to work with guidance on complex projects
from start to finish
- to work closely
as part of a team
- to compete on
state and national levels
- to develop leadership skills by participating
at the local, state, or national levels
- to travel to organized meetings such as
leadership conferences
- to meet other students with similar interests
from all over the United States
- to receive recognition through TSA's honor society
and achievement programs
- to participate in activities such as Broom Ball
and the Vocational Picnic
- to become involved in various service projects
- it looks great on a resume or college/scholarship
application
How do I join TSA?
If you're a student in a technology class and want to join TSA,
talk to either an Officer
or Teacher for
the correct forms.
Does it cost anything to join TSA?
It is just $35 to join TSA. This goes towards a club t-shirt and
fees for any projects that you might want to enter into competition.
Can I letter in TSA?
You can achieve a letter in TSA for recieving
the Best in State award for one of your projects.
Can I get scholarships from TSA?
Yes, TSA does offer scholarships. Information
can be found here.
Do I have to know a lot about computers to join
TSA?
Prior computer and relative program knowledge
does help. Don't worry if you don't know anything about graphic
design, web design, architectural construction, engeneering graphics,
or multimedia and animation. Everything you need to know is taught
in class.
Will it take a lot of time to create projects?
Most projects that are made in class can also
be entered as a project in TSA competitive events. Check out the
rulebook
to see what you can enter and what catagories your project will
fall under.
So what is expected of me
when I join?
In order to remain a member of Klein's TSA, you are required to
come to at least 80% of the meetings, participate in at least one
service project (such as a food drive), contribute to at least one
fund raiser (such as selling popcorn), and come to at least one
outside activity (such as Broomball). |
