FBLA contributes to the advancement of leadership, citizenship, personal growth, academic and technological skills. Competitive events enhance career and job preparedness, workplace competencies, self-confidence and the instructional program.
FCCLA provides opportunities for growth and leadership education. Lifelong skills are developed through character education, critical thinking, interpersonal communications and career preparation.
FFA activities are an integral part of the Agriculture, Food & Natural Resource Career Cluster. Opportunities for developing skills in leadership, cooperation and citizenship are provided through extension of classroom/laboratory learning experiences by membership and participation in FFA.
FIRST participants are guided by a signature set of Core Values to conduct research, fundraise, design, build, and showcase their achievements. FIRST's thrilling, sports-like challenges build self-confidence and collaborative problem-solving skills and have a proven and lasting impact on STEM learning and interest. Participants and alumni gain access to education and career discovery opportunities, connections to exclusive scholarships and employers, and a place in the FIRST community for life.
HOSA provides opportunities for leadership and citizenship development through membership and participation. This organization also provides social and work/skills interaction with team professionals who help guide students in selecting future health careers while instilling an attitude of pride and professionalism.
SkillsUSA facilitates Trade and Industry, enhances curriculum and involves all students. Students develop essential skills such as communication and teamwork, as well as gain a competitive edge in the work force. SkillsUSA teaches the importance of developing leadership skills, positive attitudes and pride in workmanship.
The Texas Association of Future Educators or TAFE (pronounced "taffy") is a co-curricular statewide 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.
TSA provides opportunities to develop and apply leadership, social, civic, and technologically related skills. TSA assists students in the achievement of technology-related competencies.
VEX Robotics is educational robotics for everyone. VEX solutions span all levels of both formal and informal education with accessible, scalable, and affordable solutions. Beyond science and engineering principles, VEX encourages creativity, teamwork, leadership, and problem solving among groups. It allows educators of all types to engage and inspire the STEM problem solvers of tomorrow!
