The Technology Student Association (TSA) offers middle school and high school students in-school and virtual opportunities to apply their skills and knowledge through relevant competitions. Additionally, student members learn about and implement 21st century skills through leadership activities,
and career awareness.
STANDARDS ALIGNMENT
TSA CS middle and high school competitions are aligned with the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) standards; the high school CS competitions also are aligned with the AP Computer Science Standards. A crosswalk with the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) standards is anticipated in 2020.
Receive a free TSA CS Kit featuring seven downloadable PDFs to learn how to start your TSA chapter, get involved in TSA CS competitions, and much more. The kit includes free flyers and a poster to help you spread the word!
TSA COMPUTER SCIENCE COMPETITIONS
TSA CS competitions are designed to be integrated into an existing CS curriculum and can be implemented in an in-school or virtual environment.
COMPETITION
“In the TSA Software Development competition, I worked with a team of coders to achieve a common goal—which has helped to improve my teamwork and communication skills. This experience inspired me to choose Computer Science as my college major.”
—Andrew T., Georgia
CLASSROOM
“TSA brings an added dimension to my Computer Science classroom. Students use what they are learning to compete in areas such as coding and software development—and at the same time—develop crucial 21st century skills in communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. I can’t think of another program that combines rigorous, intracurricular competitions with the universal leadership skills necessary for tomorrow’s careers.”
—Tammy V., South Carolina
CAREER
“TSA student members are more mature and focused than other people their age. It is obvious that they appreciate and enjoy the experience of participating in TSA’s STEM-based competitions. I attended a STEM-focused high school. Now that I am working in the cybersecurity industry, I would have greatly benefited from participating in an organization such as TSA.”
—Kevin C., New York
CONNECTIONS
Email Sandy Honour, Computer Science Program Manager, for more information.