WHO WE ARE: The Technology Student Association is the national organization for technology education students. TSA was originally established in 1978 as the American Industrial Arts Students Association (AIASA), and changed its name in 1988.

WHAT WE ARE: The Technology Student Association (TSA) is an integral part of Technology Education programs and is utilized to provide students the opportunity for personal growth and development of leadership skills. The competitive events provide the students with "practical, hands-on" experiences.

NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP: Since 1978, TSA has grown to more than 75,000 high school, middle school, and elementary students in 1,400 chapters in 44 states.

OKLAHOMA MEMBERSHIP: More than 13,070 Oklahoma middle and high school students, 6-12th grade, are members of Oklahoma TSA in more than 198 school systems.

WHAT DOES TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION PROVIDE TO STUDENTS? Students enrolled in Technology Education classes have the opportunity for daily hands-on experiences that help them become technologically literate and explore career opportunities, and identify the educational avenues to pursue their interests.

WHAT DO STUDENTS DO IN TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION? Students enrolled in Technology classes gain hands on experience in a variety of high-tech career fields. These include: Aerospace, Keyboarding and Computer Assembly, Problem Solving, Research & Design, Radio/TV production, Graphics/Image processing, Bio-technology, Environmental Impact studies, Alternative Energy, Electronics/Fiber Optics, Structural Engineering, Lasers/Holography and Robotics.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BEING A TSA MEMBER? TSA membership provides technology education students an opportunity to participate in challenging, education and FUN activities. The students gain prestige and recognition through state and national contests and awards. The benefits of TSA membership include:

     * Student Leadership – students elect local chapter officers to establish chapter
         priorities and activities.

     * Contact with business – Competitive events and classroom speakers provide
         students with a connection to the world of business and industry.

     * Students receive national recognition – through the Achievement Program
         which recognizes student achievements in community, school and volunteer
         activities.

     * Teaches Civic Responsibility – a National Service Project award allows
         chapters to volunteer their efforts to help with a national concern.

TSA Creed

Oklahoma TSA Constitution

Local Sample Constitution

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Updated: 6/27/07
By: Dawn Frank