1. Brier Terrace Middle School Technology Student Association “Learning To Live In A Technical World!”

2. What is TSA? National TSA, Related Materials The Technology Student Association, known as TSA, is a national organization for middle school, and high school students with over 216,000 members nationwide. Students can compete in STEM related events at the regional, state, and national level. “Preparing students for the challenges of a dynamic world by promoting technological literacy.” “Preparing students for the challenges of a dynamic world by promoting technological literacy.”

3. Why Join TSA? National TSA, Related Materials TSA gives students the opportunity... There is one primary benefit - OPPORTUNITY. To experiment and to learn new skills To work with leaders from industry and commerce To develop leadership skills To explore career alternatives To receive recognition through awards and contests To explore applications of technology in today’s world TO HAVE FUN

4. National TSA, Related Materials Competitive Events That BTMS has participated in Career Prep Challenge * Dragster Design Challenge * Graphic Design Challenge Go Green Inventions and Innovations Junior Solar Sprint (new for BTMS) Red = State Champion Blue= Placed at Nationals = will be worked on In STEM class Leadership Challenge Prepared Speech Problem Solving * Structural Challenge * Essays on Technology

5. National TSA, Related Materials How to be considered for TSA The first step was attending our informational meeting The second step is to take home the parent letter and discuss TSA with your parents Write a paragraph on why you would like to be part of TSA Turn in signed letter and paragraph to Mr. Sullivan by 10/23 at 3:00 PM.

6. February March State Conference National TSA, Related Materials Calendar of Activities Prepare for Regional Activities Oct & Nov DecemberJanuary Prepare for Regional Activities Regional at BTMS January 10th Leadership Training November 19 Prepare for State March 26-28 Choose events

7. National TSA, Related Materials Nationals 2015 – Dallas Texas