SYMBOLS AND TRADITION
We Are SkillsUSA
100

What does each official SkillsUSA color (Red, White, Blue, and Gold) represent?

Red and white represent the individual states and chapters.

Blue represents the common union of the states and of the chapters.

Gold represents the individual, the most important element of the organization.

100

What is the SkillsUSA mission?

to empower students to become skilled professionals, career-ready leaders and responsible community members.

200

Which symbol on the SkillsUSA emblem represents knowledge?

The torch

200

What is the SkillsUSA vision?

to produce the most highly skilled workforce in the world, providing every member the opportunity for career success.

300

The Gear and Orbital symbols on the Emblem represent what, respectively. 

Industrial Society and Technology

300

What are the SkillsUSA values?

Integrity, Respect, Responsibility, Community, and Service.

400

What 4 points are included in the SkillsUSA pledge?

  • prepare by diligent study/practice to become an honorable worker
  • base my expectations of reward upon the foundation of service.
  • To honor/respect my vocation to bring repute to myself.
  • to spare no effort in upholding the SkillsUSA ideals.
400

How does SkillsUSA define the framework? 

The foundation for everything we do, the Framework is the blueprint for career-readiness. It’s a common language for students to explain to their peers, employers, school administrators and parents what they gain from SkillsUSA.

500

What are the beliefs of the SkillsUSA creed?

Dignity of work, Way of American Life, Education, Fair Play, Satisfaction by good work, and high/moral spiritual standards.

500

How does SkillsUSA feel about Diversity and Inclusion?

We strive to make all members, partners and employees feel welcomed and valued in the SkillsUSA family. SkillsUSA believes in treating all people with respect and dignity