Welcome!

 

On behalf of the students, chapter advisors, Illinois TSA Board of Directors, and State Officers, I want to welcome you to our website. The Illinois Technology Student Association was established in 1978 and is the oldest Career and Technical Student Organization in the United States. TSA’s membership includes more than 250,000 middle and high school students across the United States. TSA is supported by educators, parents, and business leaders who believe in the need for a technologically literate society. Members learn through exciting competitive events, leadership opportunities, and much more. A wide range of activities makes TSA a positive experience for every student.

tdrobotics lapisystem web2The mission of the Technology Student Association is to enhance personal development, leadership, and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), whereby members apply and integrate these concepts through intracurricular activities, competitions, and related programs.

Motto

Learning to lead in a technical world.

Creed

I believe that Technology Education holds an important place in my life in the technical world. I believe there is a need for the development of good attitudes concerning work, tools, materials, experimentation, and processes of industry. Guided by my teachers, artisans from industry, and my own initiative, I will strive to do my best in making my school, community, state, and nation better places in which to live.

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.