Learning To Live In A Technical World Created by The University of North Texas in partnership with the Texas Education Agency
The only student organization devoted exclusively to the needs of students interested in technology. Takes the study of STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) beyond the classroom and gives students a chance to compete in various events, as well as attend conferences on the state and national levels What is TSA? UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Open to students enrolled in or who have completed technology education courses. TSAs membership includes over 150,000 middle and high school students in 2,000 schools spanning 47 states. What is TSA (cont) UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
The TSA Creed I believe that Technology Education holds an important place in my life in the technical world. I believe there is a need for the development of good attitudes concerning work, tools, materials, experimentation and processes of industry. Guided by my teachers, artisans from industry and my own initiative, I will strive to do my best in making my school, community, state and nation better places in which to live. I will accept the responsibilities that are mine. I will accept the theories that are supported by proper evidence. I will explore on my own for safer, more effective methods of working and living. I will strive to develop a cooperative attitude and will exercise tact and respect for other individuals. Through the work of my hands and mind, I will express my ideas to the best of my ability. I will make it my goal to do better each day the task before me, and to be steadfast in my belief in my God and my fellow Americans. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Why Join TSA Learn Explore Compete Receive Travel Students will Experiment to learn new technology skills and improve their leadership qualities. They will also have the opportunity to work with leaders from industry and commerce as well as participate in community projects. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Why Join TSA Learn Explore Compete Receive Travel Students will Explore various career options. Students will also be excited to explore applications of technology in todays world UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Why Join TSA Learn Explore Compete Receive Travel Students have the opportunity to compete at the local, state, and national level. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Why Join TSA Learn Explore Compete Receive Travel Receive national membership services, including the online TSA newsletter, School Scene. Students may also receive recognition through awards and contests as well as TSAs honor society, scholarships and achievement programs UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Why Join TSA Learn Explore Compete Receive Travel Students will have fun traveling to local, state and National competitions. The National Conference held each June is packed with Social Activities, Delegate Assemblies, Leadership Training sessions and more! UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Travel to National TSA Conferences Past and future locations below UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Competitive Events For event descriptions please consult the TSA Conference Competitive Events Guide Agriculture and Biotechnology Design Animatronics Architectural Model Career Comparisons Chapter Team (Written and Oral) Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Architecture with Animation Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Engineering with Animation Construction Systems Cyberspace Pursuit Debating Technological Issues Desktop Publishing Dragster Design Electronic Game Design Electronic Research and Experimentation Engineering Design Essays on Technology Extemporaneous Presentation Fashion Design Film Flight Endurance Future Technology Teacher UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Competitive Events (cont) Imaging Technology Manufacturing Prototype Medical Technology Music Production On Demand Video Prepared Presentation Promotional Graphics Radio Controlled Transportation Scientific and Technical Visualization (SCIVIZ) Structural Engineering System Control Technology Technical Sketching and Application Technology Bowl (Written and Oral) Technology Dare Technology Problem Solving Transportation Modeling UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
F1 Challenge –F1 team members –Participation Competitive Events (cont) Learn and work in CAD, CAM, and CNC programs as they perform various activities at each phase of a five-step process to design, analyze, make, test and race a 1/20th scale F1 car. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
F1 Challenge –F1 team members –Participation Competitive Events Following the national competition, the winning team has the opportunity to compete in the F1 in Schools World Championship, in which as many as 20 countries may be represented. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Competitive Events (cont) F1 Challenge: Contact Information –Thinking about forming an F1 team? Or, maybe you already have a team but have questions about the F1 rules. –Contact Bob Behnke –Check out these websites for more information and UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
National Service Project The American Cancer Society –During the school year, TSA chapters around the country raise money to help fund the vital research, education, advocacy, and patient services of the American Cancer Society. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Build your organization Spread the Word Have Fun Invite your friends to attend, hand out flyers and make announcements about upcoming meetings. Have TSA representatives at various campus activities. Develop a chapter website. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Build your organization Spread the Word Have Fun Have Social Gatherings and team-building activities. Have a fun ice-breaker at the beginning of each meeting and always serve food! UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Sample Flyer for Recruiting UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Suggested Chapter Activities Scholastic/Educational Professional Leadership Civic and Community Social Explore topics in technology Attend and compete in state and national conferences Visit technology firms Sponsor guest speakers, films, etc. Recognize outstanding faculty Practice parliamentary procedure UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Suggested Chapter Activities Scholastic/Educational Professional Leadership Civic and Community Social Hold regular chapter meetings Elect/serve as chapter officers Produce a chapter newsletter Arrange assembly programs UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Suggested Chapter Activities Scholastic/Educational Professional Leadership Civic and Community Social Visit State government Participate in community fund raising drives, safety campaigns, clean-up campaigns, etc. Assist other school groups and work on school improvement projects UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Suggested Chapter Activities Scholastic/Educational Professional Leadership Civic and Community Social Welcome new members Plan cookouts, dances, hayrides, picnics, etc. Sponsor athletic activities Plan a talent night, skating party, scavenger hunt, etc. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Officers Become an officer and help your chapter grow! Have an officer team meeting over the summer –Sample Agenda: Prepare officer notebooks for the upcoming year Plan membership drive activities Plan fundraising activities Create a TSA Wall of Fame – pictures of previous activities including state and national competition. Have this in place when school starts. UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Fundraising Ideas Technology Lock-In E-Bay Sales of Old Computer Pa rts & Donated Items Screen Print Items for School District Community Carnival TSA Haunted House Business Donations Themed School Dance Restaurant Night Golf Tournament For more ideas vist: UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Texas Chapters TEXAS TSA Hotline Number Website UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
Quiz Time TSA is the only student organization devoted exclusively to the needs of students interested in ______________. A. BiologyC. Law B. ErgonomicsD. Technology UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
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Quiz Time TSAs membership includes students from how many different states? A. 30C. 47 B. 41D. 50 UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
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Quiz Time Which of the following is NOT a high school competitive event? A. AnimatronicsC. Imaging Technology B. Calculator AppsD. Structural Engineering UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
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Quiz Time There are more than ___________ high school competitive events. A. 35C. 45 B.40D. 50 UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
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Quiz Time The competitive event that students are able to analyze, make, test and race a 1/20 th scale car is called the ________________ A. Hot Rod InvitationalC. Moto Mania race B. Road Rally RaceD. F1 Challenge UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
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Quiz Time F1 Team Members learn to work in all of the following programs, EXCEPT__________ A. CADC. CNC B. CAMD. Outlook UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
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Quiz Time A great way to build your organization is to HAVE FUN! TRUE or FALSE UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
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Quiz Time A great idea for an educational chapter activity is visiting a technology firm. TRUE or FALSE UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
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Quiz Time The Texas TSA website is TRUE or FALSE UNT in partnership with TEA, Copyright © All rights reserved
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Learning To Live In A Technical World