TSA Technology Student Association Virtual 2020 21 Mr

TSA -Technology Student Association Virtual 2020 -21 Mr. De. Marino TSA is the Professional Student Organization for Technology Education students. The Technology Education classes are; Technological Systems, Inventions & Innovations, and Technology of Robotic Design, taught by Mr. De. Marino. Students in the Tech. Ed. classes meet the VDOE competencies, Addressing Elements of Student Life , if they join TSA. It is the students responsibility to complete events, if they commit to a project.

TSA -Technology Student Association ★ WHO: Any Technology Education student enrolled in a class may join the association to compete in an event(s). Mr. De. Marino introduces students to TSA information through his classes. Students should apply their current strengths to events. TSA is not a class and lessons do not occur. ★ WHAT: Students must have access to tools and equipment to compete in events. Any materials needed for an event is the student’s responsibility. ★ WHEN: Meets Tuesday (3 - 3: 30 p. m. ) First interest meeting is Tuesday September 22, 2020 to gain more information. (CLICK HERE FOR MEETING LINK) ○ Once the group is established, TSA meets on Tuesday as needed. ○ Students should use Asynchronous Monday and time outside of classes to work on TSA projects. ★ COST: Students pay dues to Virginia TSA, if they choose to commit to a competitive event. ($20) Students may need to spend money for materials.

TSA -Technology Student Association Competitive Events Currently Virginia TSA offers 8 events. The chart illustrates events and how many competitors in Swanson TSA can enter. More information will be delivered to students at the first interest meeting, which is Tuesday September 22, 2020 @ 3 p. m. Technology Education students enrolled in; Technological Systems, Inventions & Innovation, and Technology of Robotic Design may join the Microsoft TEAMS meeting here (CLICK HERE FOR MEETING LINK). **All events are completed virtually and not from school. Students will need the tools and equipment to complete projects and may need to purchase materials*** Career Prep (3) Individuals Digital Photography (3) Individuals Essays on Technology (3) Individuals Prepared Speech (3) Individuals Design and produce a cover letter and a chronological or skills resume Participants produce an album consisting of color or black and white digital photographs that represent or relate to a chosen theme. Each participant turns in a comprehensive detailed outline. The subtopic will be released on November 12, 2020 at 5 PM and the outline will be due an hour later. Participants deliver an oral presentation that reflects theme of the current conference. A video of the speech entry will be due. Dragster Design (3) Individuals based on research. Promotional Marketing (3) Individuals Participants complete a marketing portfolio based on the current year’s theme. A pdf of the three items in the marketing tool kit will be due. STEM Animation Video Game Design (3) Teams, 1 -6 members per team (2) Teams, 2 -6 members per team Participants use computer graphic tools and design processes to communicate, inform, analyze and/or illustrate a topic, idea, subject or concept. Participants develop a video game that focuses on the subject of their choice. Design and produce a fast CO 2 powered dragster according to stated specifications and using only certain specific materials. Cars will be mailed to a specific location.