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August 2024: What’s Up Washington?

August 2024 Newsletter

Welcome back, SkillsUSA Washington family! As we start the new school year, we’re excited for the opportunities ahead. Whether you’re returning or new, we’re thrilled to have you with us. Let’s work hard, support each other, and strive for excellence. Here’s to a fantastic year ahead!

What’s New 🤩

Key Dates for 2024-2025

*NEW* Fall Leadership CampOctober 25-26, 2024 @ Black Diamond, WARegistration opens September 11. Develop leadership skills while building connections with peers and advisors from across Washington State! Both Advisors and Students are invited! Clock hours are available for Advisors. Registration cost for students and advisors is $225. Costs include lodging, 4 meals, student leadership training and advisor training sessions. Learn More
Regional ConferencesDates TBDKeep a close eye on your inbox for messages from your regional coordinators regarding upcoming regional conferences. Students must attend regional conferences to qualify for the State Leadership & Skills Conference. Find out who your regional coordinator(s) are here.
State Leadership & Skills Conference (SLSC)March 27-29, 2025 @ Clover Park Technical College - Lakewood, WASLSC is SkillsUSA Washington’s premier event, combining leadership and technical skills competitions with networking opportunities for students, advisors, and industry partners statewide. Learn More
National Leadership & Skills Conference (NLSC)June 23-27, 2025 @ Atlanta, GANLSC is the ultimate recognition of excellence in career and technical education, bringing together thousands to celebrate and showcase the talents and skills of students preparing for trade, technical, and skilled service occupations on the national level. Learn More

Cost Breakdown

Middle School Student Membership

National Dues$8.00
State Dues$4.00
Total$12.00
High School & College/Postsecondary Students Membership
National Dues$8.00
State Dues$12.00
Total$20.00
Professional (Advisors/Teachers) Membership
National Dues$20.00
State Dues$10.00
Total$30.00

Competition Clothing Survey

Attention Advisors! Your input is crucial as we select the new competition uniforms for the SkillsUSA Championships. Please take a moment to complete SkillsUSA’s competition clothing survey to ensure your voice is heard in this important decision. Your feedback will help us provide attire that meets the needs and preferences of our competitors. Thank you for your participation!

What’s Great đź‘Ť

Resources for Advisors

Did you know our website provides essential resources for advisors, including curriculum guides, professional developent, competition prep, and chapter management tips? Visit our site to access these tools and stay updated with the latest news and events. Below are a few of our newest resources!

Executive Team

Don’t forget, our executive team, Karmen Warner and Courtney Hutchin, are valuable resources for your SkillsUSA journey. Their expertise and support are here to help you navigate programs, events, and opportunities. Reach out to them for guidance and assistance anytime you need it.

Courtney & Karmen

What’s Next 🚀

All Advisor Meeting

September 23, 2024 @ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Virtual

Join us for the annual advisor meeting at the start of the new year. We’ll review the calendar of events, PoW, upcoming activities, and more. Zoom link to come!

Fall Advisor Training Series

Join us for the Fall 2024 Advisor Training Series from October 1 to October 21. This training is perfect for new chapters, instructors, and schools establishing with SkillsUSA, as well as existing chapters looking to enhance their programs. Sessions will cover the Chapter of Excellence Program, onboarding new chapters, Career Essentials, running regional championships, tests and certifications, competitions, the Model of Excellence, DEI in education and the workplace, and understanding OSPI initiatives.
SkillsUSA 101Tuesday, October 1 @ 4-6 PM
Chapter Of ExcellenceThursday, October 3 @ 4-6 PM
Preparing Regional ChampionshipsTuesday, October 8 @ 4-6 PM
SkillsUSA Advanced – Teaching ToolsThursday, October 10 @ 4-6 PM
Embracing DEI in the CTE ClassroomTuesday, October 15 @ 4-6 PM
Integrating SkillsUSA into your Classroom FrameworkThursday, October 17 @ 4-6 PM
Round Table: Statewide Support for AdvisorsTuesday, October 21 @ 4-5 PM

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