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TSA
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What do the letters "TSA" represent? | Technology Student Association |
| TSA Creed | |
| 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. | |
| TSA Motto | Learning To Lead In A Technical World |
| Scarlet (red) | Represents the strength and determination of the technology education students and teachers to obtain their goal |
| White | Represents high standards, morals, and religious beliefs |
| Blue (navy) | Represents the sincerity of the technology education students and teachers in obtaining a greater knowledge of our technological world. |
| Description of TSA Logo | The TSA Emblem is rectangular with three sections: This modern design reflects the association's commitment to technology and innovation. |
| TSA Official Dress: Blazer | Navy blue with official TSA patch |
| TSA Official Dress: Ties | Scarlet red imprinted with official TSA logo; Tie is not required for female official dress |
| TSA Official Dress: Shirt or Blouse | Official royal blue TSA shirt with embroidered logo |
| TSA Official Dress: Pants or Skirt | Light gray; skirts must be knee lengt |
| TSA Official Dress: Socks | Black or dark blue |
| TSA Official Dress: Shoes | Black dress shoes (Athletic shoes, combat or work boots are unacceptable) |
| TSA Service Project: | The American Red Cross |
| National TSA Headquarters: | Reston, Virginia |
| Georgia TSA's Mailing Address | Georgia TSA |
| P.O. Box 467 | |
| Jessup, GA 31598 | |
| Red Chapter Affiliation Program (Red CAP) | A chapter affiliates up to ten members by paying a flat fee (additional members may be added during the year for a fee). The membership fee for Red CAP is $120 at the national level plus state dues. |
| White Chapter Affiliation Program (White CAP) | A chapter affiliates eleven or more members by paying a per member White CAP fee for state and national dues. The membership fee for White CAP is $12 per member at the national level plus state dues. |
| Blue Chapter Affiliation Program (Blue CAP) | A chapter affiliates an unlimited number of school members for a flat fee, typically cost-effective with 41 or more students, particularly in schools where students rotate through STEM courses. |
| Georgia Dues: Red Chapter Affiliation Program (Red CAP) | $120 National + $50 Georgia Dues |
| Georgia Dues: White Chapter Affiliation Program (White CAP) | $12 per member National Dues (11 or more members) + $5 per member Georgia Dues |
| Georgia Dues: Blue Chapter Affiliation Program (Blue CAP) | $400 National Dues + $300 Georgia Dues |
| Advisor Fee (all affiliation levels) = $10 | |
| Georgia Dues: Unified Dues | “TSA operates under a unified dues policy, whereby members must affiliate and pay applicable dues at the local, state and national level.” ~National TSA website |
| Georgia TSA Website | www.gatsa.org |
| National TSA Website | www.tsaweb.org |
| Executive Director | Steve Price |
| Associate Director | Angie Quarles |
| Personnel Development Coordinator | Melody Blomberg |
| Alumni Coordinator | Blaire Meldrum Rodenroth |
| Computer Network and System Administrator | Kameron Pence |
| Bookkeeper | David Phillips |
| Program Specialist for Engineering and Technology Education at the Dept. of Education; also represents Georgia as the Corporate Board Member for Georgia TSA | Dr. Paul Camick |
| C. National TSA Executive Director: | Dr. Rosanne T. White |
| President of the Georgia TSA Board of Directors | Dr. Matt North |
| National President | Sen Yakandawala |
| National Vice President | Lizzie Grounds |
| National Secretary | Veronica Gao |
| National Treasurer | Avni Patel |
| National Reporter | Rebecca Mogga |
| National Sergeant at Arms | Daniel Blackburn |
| GA President | Nate Hancock |
| GA 1st Vice President | Emma Maisonneuve |
| GA 2nd Vice President | Kaden Jawwaad |
| GA Secretary | Nikita Bohra |
| GA Treasurer | Addison White |
| GA Reporter | Tiffany Kim |
| GA Sergeant at Arms | Liam Bell |
| The Annual Conference Theme | "Unity Through Community" |
| CORE - September 2025 in Clayton, GA | |
| 1. What letters do the letters in the acronym "CORE" represent? | |
| Purpose of CORE | The Chapter Officer Retreat for Excellence (CORE) program develops Georgia TSA chapter officers' leadership skills, knowledge for their roles, and a Chapter Program of Work while bonding with fellow officers to lead their chapters. |
| . Tech Day - October 6, 2025 in Perry, GA Registration deadline is September 64 2023 | September 4 2025 |
| Tech Day Pre-judged /Pre-submitted competitions are: | Architectural Design |
| Bio-engineering Design | |
| Program Promotion High School | |
| Program Promotion Middle School | |
| Tech Day On-site Competitions are: | Alternative Energy Design |
| Conceptual Design | |
| Manufacturing Prototype | |
| Mousetrap Car Challenge | |
| Robotic Challenge High School | |
| Robotic Challenge Middle School | |
| Structural Design | |
| Six Flags TSA/ CTSO Rally - October 15, 2025. Registration deadline is | September 19, 2025 |
| Six Flags TSA/ CTSO Rally All competitions are pre-submitted. Competitions are: | GATSA Infographic |
| GATSA Pin Design | |
| Lab Safety Poster Design | |
| Roller Coaster Design | |
| TSA Chapter T-shirt Design | |
| Fall Leadership Conference - November 14-16, 2025 in Jekyll Island, GA | |
| When is the FLC Conference registration deadline? | October 17 |
| Purpose of FLC | Georgia TSA's annual Fall Leadership Conference develops members' and advisors' leadership, communication, and teambuilding skills through hands-on workshops and seminars, plus technical sessions on competitive events. |
| FLC Signature Events | Armada Boat Race |
| Georgia TSA Electric Vehicle Rally | |
| Georgia TSA Statesman Award (testing window prior to the conference) | |
| Flight Challenges | |
| Vex Robotics | |
| Georgia TSA State Leadership Conference - March 18-21, 2026 in Athens, GA. Purpose of Georgia TSA State Leadership Conference | Georgia TSA's annual state conference provides student members leadership development and competitive events opportunities beyond the classroom, allowing them to showcase knowledge and skills while earning awards in an evolving technical world. |
| What is due by the registration deadline of February 15 th? | Conference registration submission |
| Outstanding Student Applications | |
| Georgia TSA Chapter of Excellence Applications | |
| Tommy Pitchford Scholarship Application | |
| Posted Pre-Conference Competitive Events | |
| National TSA Conference | June 22-July 26, 2026 in National Harbor, MD |
| 1962 | Formation as GAIAC Founded as the Georgia Association of Industrial Arts Clubs with 10 charter chapters and 286 members. |
| Charter chapters: | Briarcliff High School (Atlanta) |
| Coffee County High School (Douglas) | |
| Commerce High School (Commerce) | |
| Cross Keys High School (Atlanta) | |
| Dalton High School (Dalton) | |
| Glennville High School (Glennville) | |
| Jeff Davis High School (Hazelhurst) | |
| Savannah High School (Savannah) | |
| Warner Robins High School (Warner Robins) | |
| Winder-Barrow High School (Winder) | |
| First advisory council chaired by | Berkley Ruiz (Winder-Barrow HS), with Robert Odom, Ed McLesky, Donald Parr, and Raymond S. Ginn Jr. |
| (1960s) Initial competitions: | Essay Contest; Industrial Arts Club Exhibits; Scrapbook Contest; GAIAC Sweetheart Contest. |
| Motto (1960s) | Pride in Progress |
| Creed (1960s) | "I believe in the dignity of work and that through an understanding and promotion of the industrial arts, I can develop leadership, scholarship and craftsmanship and so be of greater service to my country and to mankind." |
| Emblem adopted Nov 17-18, 1962: | a gear (33 cogs, five spokes) over Georgia's outline |
| Spokes symbolize | woodworking, metalworking, drafting, electricity, power mechanics |
| 33 cogs | represent founding members present at incorporation |
| Colors: | forest green background; black gear/spokes; gold state outline, symbols, lettering |
| 1965 | Merger & National Link |
| Merged with the Georgia Youth Industrial Education Association (GYIEA), retaining the GAIAC name. | |
| American Industrial Arts Student Association (AIASA) formed nationally alongside the AIAA teacher conference. | |
| 1968 | - Expanded Events |
| Added Prepared Speech; Drafting; Industrial Technical Reports; College Bowl; Industrial Exhibits. | |
| 1976 | Breaking Barriers |
| Dorinda Hookings of Manchester High elected GAIAC's first female president, signaling growing inclusivity. | |
| 1978 | AIASA Inc. Established |
| National AIASA, Inc. formed in Atlanta to oversee the student body separately from the teachers' AIAA. | |
| 1979 | From GAIAC to AIASA |
| Renamed Georgia Association of AIASA; adopted the national creed, motto, emblem, and colors. | |
| Who were the new executive secretary and state advisor? (1979) | Raymond S. Ginn Jr. became Executive Secretary; Clifford Holmes appointed first GA AIASA State Advisor. |
| New emblem symbolism (1979) : Gear | for American industry |
| New emblem symbolism (1979) : Lightning bolt | for rapid technological change |
| New emblem symbolism (1979) : Framing square | for precision |
| New emblem symbolism (1979) : Triangle | for structure, cooperation, and "pointing to the stars" |
| New emblem symbolism (1979) : Mallet | for the dignity of work |
| New emblem colors (1979) : scarlet red | strength |
| New emblem colors (1979) : white | high standards/morals |
| New emblem colors (1979) : navy blue | sincerity |
| 1982 | Inclusive Leadership |
| Created Second Vice President to ensure junior high representation alongside six other state officers. | |
| 1984 | - Conference Grows |
| Moved state conference from Macon to Atlanta's Radisson/Castlegate Hotel due to membership surge. | |
| 1986-1987 | Curriculum & Competition Evolution |
| Ron Barker became State Advisor, boosting Georgia's national prominence. | |
| Pilot event: Computer Aided Drafting unveiled at Baton Rouge nationals. | |
| 1988-1989 - TSA Emerges | National AIASA renamed Technology Student Association (TSA). |
| Georgia TSA logo designed by advisor Steve Price adopted nationwide. | |
| Consolidated three leadership conferences into one fall planning conference on Jekyll Island. | |
| Introduced new state events: Metric500 (formerly LSRAV), Dream House, Outstanding Service, Safety Poster, Outstanding Chapter. | |
| North and South "Leadership Conferences" held at Berry College and Georgia Southern University. | |
| Planning Conference launched for spring event preparation. | |
| Georgia undefeated in national "Outstanding State" competition for Jr. and Sr. High. | |
| 1991 | Awards Redefined |
| National TSA dropped Outstanding Chapter/State awards; Georgia continued its own top-chapter recognitions. | |
| 1995 | State Leadership Conference relocation |
| Conference moved to Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry. | |
| 1996 | Separate Event Guides |
| Competitive events split into distinct middle and high school tracks, expanding to 60+ events—including video production, radio control flight, computer troubleshooting, and problem solving. | |
| Late 1990s | Leadership Transitions |
| Nancy Beggs served two-year term as State Director; Ron Barker reinstated as State Advisor. | |
| Gayle Silvey appointed Georgia's first State Association Director. | |
| 2000 | National Conference Returns to Atlanta |
| Hosted the National TSA Conference for the first time since 1978. | |
| Launched "Tech Day" at the GA National Fair: 10 showcase events with cash prizes and ribbons. | |
| 2003 | CORE Launched - Chapter Officer Retreat for Excellence debuted at the FFA Camp in Covington, training local leaders. |
| 2006 | Advisor Steve Price became the first classroom teacher elected National TSA Board of Directors President. |
| 2008-2009 | Athens & Beyond |
| State Conference relocated to Classic Center in Athens (ongoing). | |
| CORE moved to Tumbling Waters Resort; Fall Leadership Conference shifted to St. Simons Island. | |
| Introduced F1 in Schools pilot and other curriculum-aligned events. | |
| 2012 | 50th Anniversary (EVO REVO '12) |
| Celebrated "Evolution of a Revolution" in Athens; original leaders Berkley Ruiz and Ray Ginn shared memories. | |
| 2016 | First Georgia National President |
| Jack Crawford (Lowndes HS) elected National TSA President. | |
| 2018 | Nationals Returning to Atlanta |
| Hosted 40th National Conference in Atlanta; Alexander King elected National President. | |
| Steve Price honored as National TSA State Advisor of the Year; Athens proclaimed "Steve Price Day" and awarded him the Key to the City. | |
| 2019 | Record Growth |
| Tate Green (Lowndes HS) elected National Sgt. at Arms—the 17th national officer from Georgia. | |
| 2020 | - Pandemic Pivot |
| Nearly 3,000 at the 58th State Conference in Perry; shortened schedule and on-Friday awards session before COVID closures. | |
| Transitioned all four annual conferences during the next year to virtual formats, retaining hands-on challenges. | |
| 2021 | Diamond Anniversary |
| Celebrated 60th year amid virtual adaptations. | |
| 2024 | New Leadership Role |
| The Georgia TSA Board of Directors established the position of Associate Director to support the organization's continued growth. Angela Quarles was named as the first to serve in this role. | |
| 2024 (new event) | First Six Flags Rally |
| Held the first GATSA/Georgia CTSO Rally at Six Flags over Georgia. Five competitive events offered | |
| 2025 | Unprecedented Attendance & Systems Upgrade |
| State Conference set a new record with over 3,100 registrations at Athens's Classic Center (Akins Arena for General Sessions). | |
| Launched MyGATSA, replacing the original EMS platform built in 2013. | |
| What is Parliamentary Procedure? | System of rules that governs the conduct of TSA meetings |
| Guarantees the rights of each members | |
| Originated in early English Parliaments | |
| Became uniform in 1876 when Henry M. Robert published his manual on Parliamentary Law | |
| Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised | The book used by TSA to answer questions concerning parliamentary procedure |
| Purpose/Objectives of Parliamentary Procedures | One thing is handled at a time |
| Courtesy to everyone is extended | |
| The majority rules | |
| The rights of the minority are protected | |
| President Responsibilities | It shall be the duty of the president to preside at all meetings. In his/her absence, or with his/her consent, the 1st vice president shall preside at all meetings of the state association. |
| The president shall appoint all committees except those provided for in the constitution and bylaws. | |
| The president shall be an ex-officio member of all committees except the nominating committee. | |
| 1st Vice President Responsibilities | It shall be the duty of the 1st vice president, in the absence of the president, to assume the duties of the president. |
| The 1st vice president shall work and assist in securing new chapters for the association. | |
| He/she shall serve as chairperson of the nominating committee. | |
| The 1st vice president shall serve in any other capacity as directed by the president. | |
| 2nd Vice President Responsibilities | The 2nd vice president shall work and assist in securing new chapters for the association. |
| He/she shall serve as co-chairperson of the nominating committee. | |
| The 2nd vice president shall serve in any capacity as directed by the president. | |
| Secretary Responsibilities | The secretary shall keep accurate records of each meeting of the association and the executive committee meetings. |
| He/she shall prepare copies of all procedures and reports for the president and state advisor. It is the secretary's duty to notify members of the executive and Board of Directors about meetings. | |
| The secretary is the chairperson of the resolutions committee. | |
| It shall be the duty of the secretary to serve in any other capacity as directed by the president | |
| Treasurer Responsibilities | The treasurer shall keep accurate records of membership and membership dues as reported by the Executive Secretary and make treasurer's reports to the membership at business meetings. |
| The treasurer shall serve as chairperson of the auditing committee and shall present an auditor's statement to the membership. | |
| It shall be the duty of the treasurer to serve in any other capacity as directed by the president. | |
| Reporter Responsibilities | The reporter shall be responsible for keeping records, pictures, and other materials of historic importance to the association. |
| He/she shall serve as chairperson of the publicity, public relations and public display committee. | |
| It shall be the duty of the reporter to serve in any other capacity as directed by the president. | |
| Sergeant-at-Arms Responsibilities | It shall be the duty of the sergeant-at-arms to serve in any capacity as directed by the president. |
| The sergeant-at-arms shall assist the president in conducting meetings in accordance with the constitution and bylaws. | |
| He/she shall check credentials of the delegates and seat the same, and maintain order. | |
| He/she is responsible for interpreting the constitution and bylaws. | |
| He/she shall serve as chairperson of the constitution and bylaws committee. | |
| President Symbol | The Gavel |
| Vice President Symbol | The Five-Pointed Star |
| Second Vice President Symbol | The Four-Pointed Star |
| Secretary Symbol | The Pen |
| Treasurer Symbol | The Balanced Budget |
| Reporter Symbol | The Beacon Tower |
| Sergeant-at-Arms Symbol | The Hearty Handshake |
| Room set-up for a formal business meeting. | from left to right: American Flag, Sgt-at-Arms, Reporter, President, Secretary, Treasurer, 1st Vice President, 2nd Vice President. TSA Banner BEHIND officers. |
| Agenda | The regular program of procedure of an organization. |
| Amend | To alter a motion by addition, deletion, or in any other way. |
| Amendment | A change proposed to a motion, bill or committee report with the intention of improving it or providing an alternative. |
| Chair | The Chairman or presiding officer. "Addressing the Chair" means speaking to the presiding officer. Being "Recognized by the Chair" means being given permission to speak further. |
| Commit | To refer to a committee |
| Committee of the Whole | A meeting can "resolve itself into a committee of the whole," discontinuing the formal meeting while all present become members of a special committee with an appointed chairman presiding. |
| Division | When all those voting stand in separate "for" and "against" groups. |
| Division of Question | To separate a motion into different parts that are considered individually. |
| Floor | The privilege of speaking before the assembly. |
| Informal Consideration | When a member moves for "informal consideration," and the motion is adopted, the meeting lays aside formal rules, and allows each committee member to speak on the subject under consideration. |
| Motion | - A formal proposal to a meeting that it take certain action. |
| Order | An expression of the will of the assembly, in the form of a command. |
| Order of the Day | A motion to drop the present discussion, and that the chairman announce the next matter to be taken up in accordance with the organization's customary business routine. |
| Parliamentary Inquiry | An investigation to determine the proper course of procedure. |
| Privilege | The privileges and rights of the meeting in connection with matters of physical comfort or ineligibility or misconduct of a member in the meeting. |
| Question | The question is a proposition or motion that has been placed before the meeting for action by the chairman. To "move the question" is to demand that the chairman take a vote on the current motion. |
| Quorum | The minimum number of members needed to conduct business. |
| Resolution | An act of the assembly that declares facts, expresses opinion, but does not command. |
| Suspension of Rules | To allow something to be done that would otherwise violate the meeting guidelines, but is not in conflict with the constitution or by-laws, or with the fundamental principles of parliamentary law. |
| Table | To delay action on a motion. |
| If you want to Introduce business, then you say... | "I move that..." |
| If you want to End the meeting, then you say... | I move that we adjourn" |
| If you want to Put off discussion/defer action, then you say... | "I move we table the motion" |
| If you want to End debate, then you say... | "I move the previous question" |
| If you want to Modify a motion, then you say... | "I move to amend the motion to..." |
| If you want to Object to procedure, then you say... | "Point of Order" |
| If you want to Request information, then you say... | "Point of Information" |
| If you want to Request verification of a voice vote, then you say... | "I call for division of the house" |
| If you want to Consider something out of order, then you say... | "I move we suspend the rules to..." |
| What does the acronym "TEAMS" represent? | Tests of Engineering Aptitude, Mathematics, and Science |
| What is TEAMS? | An annual competition for middle and high school students applying math and science to solve real-world engineering challenges in practical, creative ways during a one-day event. |
| 21st Century Skills for TSA | |
| Training videos developed by Kent Julian that are customized for TSA members | |
| Are available to chapter members through their National TSA student member account log-ins | |
| 21st Century Skills Topics | Teamwork |
| Problem Solving | |
| Dependability | |
| Perseverance and Grit | |
| Initiative | |
| Creativity | |
| Communication | |
| National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) | The National Technical Honor Society honors and empowers CTE students and teachers through over 100,000 active members nationwide, awarding over $2 million in scholarships while leading recognition of outstanding achievement. |
| NTHS Benefits | Letters of Recommendation |
| Scholarship Opportunities | |
| Partner Discounts | |
| What is the TSA Achievement Program | |
| What is the TSA Achievement Program's goals? | engage members at the local, state, and national levels |
| facilitate opportunities for members to use and expand their knowledge and skills of technology and engineering education | |
| recognize the efforts of members to attain bronze, silver, and gold level awards | |
| TSA Achievement Program Bronze | local level (school or district) |
| TSA Achievement Program Silver | state level |
| TSA Achievement Program Gold | national level |
| TSA Achievement Program Categories: | Service Leadership |
| STEM Immersion | |
| Personal/Professional Development | |
| Blue Star Chapter | Locate a prospective TSA chapter - a group of technology students in your community or state - which has not yet organized for TSA membership- and assist in the organization of a new TSA chapter. |
| White Star Chapter | Increase membership by 10% |
| Georgia TSA Chapter of Excellence Award | This competition, previously known as the Legacy Chapter Award, recognizes the TSA chapters for having a comprehensive program. |
| Chapters selected as semi-finalists create a display and participate in an onsite presentation/interview | |
| Who qualifies for the Tommy Pitchford Scholarship? | Applicants must have a grade point average of 3.0 or above. |
| • Applicants must have applied to and be accepted by or already in attendance at a college or university in Georgia. | |
| • Recipient must major in Technology Education or a field of Engineering | |
| How much is the Tommy Pitchford Scholarship? | $1000 |
| History of the Tommy Pitchford Inspirational Teacher Award | In 1982, Dr. Harvey Dean established the Jim Coffey Inspirational Teacher Award. In 2003, it was renamed the Tommy Pitchford Inspirational Teacher Award to honor Pitchford's vital influence on Georgia TSA's culture following his 2002 death. |
| How is the Tommy Pitchford Inspirational Teacher Award determined? | Award is presented to the advisor whose chapter ranks the highest in overall points at the State Leadership Conference with the stipulation that advisors can only receive the award once every seven years. |
| Purpose of Career Ready Diploma Seals | The Career Ready Diploma Seal recognizes graduating high school students who complete accomplishments and engage in career-readiness activities and courses, signaling to employers their workforce readiness. |
| Requirements to receive the Leadership Skills Seal | Held memberships in a state-recognized Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) during high school |
| Prepare a portfolio to include a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation | |
| AND ANY 3 OF THE FOLLOWING | |
| Connect with local businesses to secure support for the student’s local CTSO project (i.e. through sponsorship, judging at conferences, and/or in-kind donations, etc.) | |
| Advocate for local CTSOs by presenting to civic organizations, legislators, and/or local, state, or national board of education members | |
| Receive a regional, state, or national honor and/or recognition | |
| Participate in at least 40 hours of documented community service, and/or community service campaigns (i.e. March of Dimes) | |
| Requirements for the Distinguished Leadership Skills Seal | Held a leadership office at the regional, state or national level in state-recognized CTSO during high school |
| AND | |
| Participate in at least 80 hours of documented community service, and/or community service campaigns (i.e. March of Dimes) | |
| What are the four other Career Ready Diploma Seals (in addition to Leadership and Distinguished Leadership? | Employability/Soft Skills Seal |
| Distinguished Employability/Soft Skills Seal | |
| Pathway Skills Seal | |
| Distinguished Pathway Skills Seal |
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