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CTE Student Organizations

Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) work as an integral component of the classroom curriculum and instruction, building upon employability and career skills and concepts through the application and engagement of students in hands-on demonstrations and real life and/or work experiences through a Career and Technical Education (CTE) program.

CTSO’s help guide students in developing a career path, a program of study and provide opportunities in gaining the skills and abilities needed to be successful in those careers through CTSO activities, programs and competitive events. In addition, students have opportunities to hold leadership positions at the local, state, and national level and attend leadership development conferences to network with other students as well as business and industry partners.

  • The Business Professionals of America logo features the letters 'bpa' and the organization's name.

    Business Professionals of America (BPA) is the nation’s leading CTSO for students pursuing careers in business management, information technology, finance, accounting, office administration, and other business-related career fields. 

    BPA is designed to take business and information technology skills from academic knowledge to real-world experiences and help educators make the classroom a motivating and interactive experience.

    BPA advisors and students work together in a mentor-based partnership, where members learn how to go from students to professionals in their knowledge, skills and abilities.

  • The DECA logo features a blue diamond shape and the word DECA in blue.

    DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

    The DECA experience starts in the classroom where students learn business concepts in preparation for college and careers. A powerful instructional component, DECA brings the classroom to life by empowering the teacher-advisor to make learning relevant with educational programs that integrate into classroom instruction, apply learning, connect to business and promote competition. The successful integration of each of these four interconnected components, also part of DECA’s guiding principles, results in a strong program that produces college- and career-ready students.

  • The FCCLA logo features the acronym 'FCCLA' in bold red letters, surrounded by a red oval with the words 'Family, Career and Community Leaders of America' inscribed.

     

     

     

    Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a Career and Technical Student Organization that functions as an integral part of the Family and Consumer Sciences education curriculum and operates within the school system. Since 1945, FCCLA members have been making a difference in families, careers, and communities by addressing important personal, work, and societal issues. Through participation in Competitive Events, becoming involved in community service opportunities, student leadership, and attending leadership conferences, members develop real world skills, explore Career Pathways, and become college- and career-ready.

  • The HOSA logo features the word 'HOSA' in blue with a brown triangle and curved lines, and the text 'future health professionals' in brown.

     

     

     

    HOSA’s mission is to empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community, through education, collaboration, and experience. HOSA actively promotes career opportunities in the health industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. 

     

  • The ProStart logo, featuring the words 'ProStart' in green and the text 'National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation' in blue.

     

     

     

    Texas ProStart isn't just about preparing students for careers in the restaurant and foodservice industry—it's about igniting a passion for culinary arts and hospitality management that will fuel their futures. Through rigorous academic and workplace experiences, our students don't just learn—they excel.

     

  • The SkillsUSA logo features a red and white checkered flag design with the words 'SkillsUSA' in blue.

     

     

    SkillsUSA empowers its members to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders and responsible community members. SkillsUSA improves the quality of America’s skilled workforce through a structured program of leadership training activities, communication and business partnerships. SkillsUSA enhances the lives and careers of students, instructors and industry representatives as they strive to be champions at work.

  • TAFE logo featuring books and an apple, with the text 'The Hope for Tomorrow'.

    The Texas Association of Future Educators or TAFE (pronounced "taffy") is a co-curricular statewide non-profit (501 c3) student organization created to allow young men and women an opportunity to explore the teaching profession. The organization was created in 1984 to provide the best and brightest high school and middle school students in Texas with the necessary knowledge to make informed decisions about pursuing careers in education.

     

  • The logo for the Technology Student Association, featuring the letters TSA in white against a blue background.

     

     

     

     

    The Technology Student Association (TSA) is a national non-profit career and technical student organization (CTSO) of middle and high school students engaged in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Today, over 300,000 students participate in TSA’s competitions, intracurricular activities, leadership opportunities, and community service.

     

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