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Enhance Your Skills & Leadership with CareerTech Student Organizations

CareerTech Student Organizations (CTSOs) are an integral part of career training at Kiamichi Tech, offering students opportunities to develop leadership skills, build connections and engage with professionals in their fields. These organizations go beyond technical training, helping students become well-rounded professionals through teamwork, problem-solving and hands-on experiences.

Membership is available based on your program of study, with minimal dues and invaluable benefits. Get involved and take your career training to the next level!

Why Join a CTSO?

As a member, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Participate in chapter meetings and networking events
  • Compete in skills competitions for scholarships and recognition
  • Give back to the community through service projects
  • Develop leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills

CTSOs at Kiamichi Tech

Everyone is eligible to join a student organization! Students in some programs can even belong to more than one CTSO.

Want to know what CTSO you should join? Here’s a breakdown based on your program:

  • Business Professionals of America (BPA)

    Serves students pursuing careers in business management, information technology, finance, office administration and other related career fields.

  • FCCLA

    Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) serves students in Culinary Arts.

  • HOSA-Future Health Professionals

    Serves students in Biomedical Sciences, Health Science Education and Practical Nursing.

  • SkillsUSA

    SkillsUSA students hone their hands-on skills against current industry standards in more than 130 occupational areas.

  • National Technical Honor Society (NTHS)

    Students who are members of their CTSO and who maintain a 3.5 or higher GPA may be invited to join the NTHS upon the recommendation of their instructor.

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Superintendent’s Student Leadership Council

 

Leadership isn’t built in a day—it’s a journey that grows over time. The Superintendent’s Student Leadership Council is designed to help students strengthen their leadership skills while creating a direct connection between students and Kiamichi Tech leadership. Each year, one high school student and one adult student from each campus are chosen to represent their peers. Council members meet throughout the school year to collaborate, share ideas and make a positive impact on the Kiamichi Tech community.

As a member of the Superintendent’s Student Leadership Council, you’ll have the opportunity to:

  • Grow as a student leader and make an impact at Kiamichi Tech
  • Share ideas and work on projects that create a positive and engaging campus community
  • Have open conversations about challenges, questions and successes to help improve the student experience
  • Participate in fun leadership and team-building activities