2013 NATIONAL TSA CONFERENCEJUNE 28 – JULY 2

ORLANDO, FLORIDA

“Learning to live in a technical world.”

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.

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

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.

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 teamand are rewarded not only with trophies but with the memories and the challenges of a national TSA conference.

National TSA Conference

National TSA ConferencePrimary Benefit – OPPORTUNITY TSA gives STUDENTS the opportunity

to….

National TSA ConferencePrimary Benefit – OPPORTUNITY TSA gives ADVISORS the opportunity

to….

Sample National Competitive Events Middle School

Agriculture and Biotechnology Design

Construction Challenge Electronic Applications Environmental Focus Go Green Manufacturing Structural Engineering Website Design

Sample NationalCompetitive Events

Animatronics Biotechnology Design Desktop Publishing Engineering Design Future Technology Teacher Music Production Scientific Visualization (SciViz) Transportation Modeling

High School

National TSA Leadership Academy

Professional training in leadership skills such as:

Team building

Self-Esteem

Communication

Vision

Challenge Management

Professionalism

National TSA Conference Highlights

TSA VEX Gateway Robotics Competition

General Sessions

American Cancer Society Event

Career and Education Fair

Special Interest Sessions

State Delegation Meetings

Get to Orlando 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

2013 Conference Registration

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 2013 National TSA Conference are set by the TSA Board of Directors.

2013 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

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. LitowitzPresident, International Technology Education AssociationTeaching Excellence in Technology, Innovation,Design and Engineering (TIDE)

""The experience of attending a TSA conference of any kind is unforgettable; the leadership lessons, networking opportunities and competitions are absolutely unforgettable. From the local leadership conferences to the annual national TSA conference, I have loved every TSA event that I have ever attended."Pratyusha GuptaCesar Rodney High School, Delaware2011-201 National TSA President

For more information

National TSA1914 Association DriveReston, VA 20191-1540

Phone: 703/860-9000 Toll free: 888/860-9010www.tsaweb.org