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2010 national TSA Conference june 28 – July 2 Baltimore, Maryland

2010 national TSA Conference june 28 – July 2 Baltimore, Maryland. “Learning to live in a technical world.”. Who We Are.

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2010 national TSA Conference june 28 – July 2 Baltimore, Maryland

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  1. 2010 national TSA Conferencejune 28 – July 2Baltimore, Maryland “Learning to live in a technical world.”

  2. Who We Are • The Technology Student Association provides a rigorous and relevant program to middle and high school students who have a common interest in technology, innovation, design and engineering.

  3. TSA’s Mission Statement • 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

  4. TSA and STEM • TSA competitions provide a hands-on venue for learning about science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). • TSA competitions are Correlated to the Standards for Technological Literacy.

  5. National Competitive Events • The National TSA Conference provides a hands-on venue for learning about science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). • Students compete individually or as a team and are rewarded not only with trophies but with the memories and the challenges of a national TSA conference.

  6. National TSA Conference

  7. National TSA ConferencePrimary Benefit – OPPORTUNITY • TSA gives STUDENTS the opportunity to….

  8. National TSA ConferencePrimary Benefit – OPPORTUNITY • TSA gives ADVISORS the opportunity to….

  9. Sample National Competitive Events Middle School • Agriculture and Biotechnology Challenge • Construction Challenge • Electronic Gaming • Flight • Go Green Manufacturing • Lights, Camera, Action • Prepared Speech • Robot Tobor • Website Design

  10. Sample NationalCompetitive Events • Animatronics • Computer Aided Design (CAD) • Desktop Publishing • Engineering Design • Fashion Design • Music Production • Scientific Visualization (SciViz) • Transportation Modeling High School

  11. National TSA Leadership Academy Professional training in leadership skills such as: • Team building • Self-Esteem • Communication • Vision • Challenge Management • Professionalism

  12. National TSA Conference Highlights • F1 in Schools Competition • General Sessions • American Cancer Society Event • Education Fair • Special Interest Sessions • State Delegation Meetings

  13. Get to Baltimore through… • Cooperation and support of school administration • Good logistical planning • Approval and support of parents • Necessary registration and travel funds • Well prepared and motivated students

  14. 2010 Conference Registration Fees for the 2010 National TSA Conference are set by the TSA Board of Directors.

  15. 2010 Conference Resources • 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

  16. Testimonials “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. Litowitz President, International Technology Education Association Teaching 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 Andrews Mount Pleasant High School, Delaware2009-2010 National TSA President

  17. For more information National TSA 1914 Association Drive Reston, VA 20191-1540 Phone: 703/860-9000 Toll free: 888/860-9010 www.tsaweb.org

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