General Stuff
Competition
Competition 2
Tips and Tricks
100

What does TSA stand for?

Technology Student Association

100

Should you use generative AI on your competiton?

No

100

What should I wear to the STATE Conference?

TSA attire or best dress.
100
What should you bring for the day of the conference?

Something entertaining, some money, water, charger, laptop, competition supplies, etc

200

What is our motto?

Learning to Lead in a Technical World
200

What comes first? Preliminary, pre-submission, semifinal?

Pre-submission

200

How many competitions should you (ideally) participate in?

2-4

200

Who should you talk to if you need help?

Your advisor, your peers, state officers, state advisor, etc.
300

What topics does TSA focus on?

STEM or technology.

300

What IDENTIFYING information should you put on your documentation or portfolio?

Team ID

300

Where can you find the TSA Honors Statement?

At the bottom of your competition document and rubric.

300

Name one part of the circle of success.

(varying answers) Practice your skills, Find out more from others and adapt, Celebrate your progress,Review before finalising



400

What is the URL for the TSA website?

400

When is the state conference this year?

March 16th or 17h

400

What is the go/no go section of the competition document.

Box above the rubric that states requirements for your competition that will get you disqualified.

400

What is the maximum number of people that can be on your team?

6 people

500

What is the symbol of the office of President?

The gavel

500

How many competitions are there (either middle or high)?

37 (Middle School) or 40 (High School)

500

What is a soft skill?

Non-technical skills, including teamwork, problem-solving, and critical thinking, that enhance your relationships with others.

(ex. Teamwork, problem solving, etc)