SkillsUSA NC 2022 Conference & Competition Packet for State & Regional Conferences is Now Available
The 2022 Conference & Competition Packet for State and Regional Conferences has been posted to our website (click here).
Please review the packet and information thoroughly, and direct any questions you may have to info@SkillsUSAnc.org .
There are still uncertainties as we approach our spring conferences, so please watch our website and future Monday Memos carefully.
UPDATE: Eastern NC Masonry Contest in Goldsboro, March 11, is identified as a SkillsUSA Regional Rally event. Please see the updated Conference & Competition packet for details and registration information in order to qualify as a regional masonry event. You must register for this on the SkillsUSA Registration site (South Central Rally) to qualify as a regional rally event.
2022 Regional Officer Applications
Since the SkillsUSA RegionalOfficer Elections did not happen at the State Leadership Workshop at Camp Dixie in September, the RegionalOfficer Application process will be conducted online this year (Click Here). All information and directions are contained in this linked document.
REGIONALOFFICER CANDIDATE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Officer Candidate has active SkillsUSA membership status (Submitted Member - ask your advisor about this).
2. Officer Candidate is taking or has taken a CTE / Trade & Industrial Education course.
3. Download and complete the Candidate Information Packet.
REGIONALOFFICER REQUIREMENTS FOR 2021-22 YEAR:
1. Learn the Opening & Closing Ceremonies in order to perform at the spring Regional Rally (specific part to be determined at a later time).
2. Attend your Regional Leadership Rally Conference – February/March 2021. (Click Here for Regional Rally Dates & Locations.)
The Deadline for completing the RegionalOfficer Candidate application process is Friday January 14.
Introducing IMPACT, Chapter Officer Training
Do you need help preparing your chapter this year? Are you a new chapter and not sure where to start?
We are excited to announce IMPACT, where a state officer will facilitate a local chapter officer training with your chapter officers on a variety of topics.
You can select any of the following trainings:
• SkillsUSA Framework (60 minutes)
• Program of Work (45 minutes)
• SkillsUSA Week (45 minutes) - until January 28.
• Recognition Celebration (45 minutes) – available after February 15.
After each conversation, your chapter officers will be given a lesson plan (30-45 minutes) that they can implement during a chapter meeting with your members. Training is also offered for advisors! Check out the IMPACT Advisor Training Schedule for more information, including dates and sign-up information. Participating in this IMPACT program will equip your chapter officers to successfully run their SkillsUSA chapter during the year.
Is your chapter interested in receiving this type of support from one of our state officers? If so, please confirm by contacting Brandon Ramirez, State Leadership Coordinator, at Brandon@SkillsUSAnc.org . You will work directly with an assigned state officer to determine the dates and times for your sessions. Sessions can be completed virtually at a time that is convenient for you and your students.
We hope that you will take advantage of this great opportunity to prepare your chapter for success this year!
SkillsUSA Spotlight on North Carolina Chapter:
"Students Amp Up Their Skills Through High-Voltage Service"
A great Spotlight article on one of our outstanding SkillsUSA North Carolina chapters - Catawba Valley Community College!! Read this superb article on how their chapter members and advisors make a difference in their community! Access the Article Here.
Plan Now For SkillsUSA Week
SkillsUSA Week is Feb. 7-11, and you can participate in many ways: Honor your community supporters, connect with local business and industry professionals, or make a presentation about your CTE program and SkillsUSA chapter at a school board meeting. We encourage you to celebrate all week by planning activities that follow the daily schedule of events for local chapters nationwide.
Monday, Feb. 7, Recognize and honor members, advisors, administrators, business partners, community leaders and supporters who make a meaningful impact on your CTE program and SkillsUSA chapter.
Tuesday, Feb. 8, Give Back Day. Rally around your school community by focusing on ways for your chapter to give back.
Wednesday, Feb. 9, Partner Day. Invite local business and industry leaders to connect with members, highlighting the importance of developing career-readiness skills found in the SkillsUSA Framework.
Thursday, Feb. 10, Advocacy Day. Amplify CTE in your community by conducting a local public relations activity, such as presenting to school board members, administrators and community leaders.
Friday, Feb. 11, SkillsUSA Day. Celebrate SkillsUSA by wearing your favorite SkillsUSA T-shirt, planning a celebration activity or posting your SkillsUSA Framework story on social media using the hashtag: #SkillsUSAWeek.
The Best Way to Build a Successful SkillsUSA Chapter
You know you are having a great year in SkillsUSA, so why not be recognized for it? Did you elect officers, hold chapter meetings and engage in chapter activities? Then take it to the next level: complete the Chapter Excellence Program Quality Chapter application and receive the recognition your chapter has earned.
For questions or help, contact SkillsUSA Customer Care at 844-875-4557 or by email. You can also take advantage of a one-on-one coaching session with our CEP and Program of Work (PoW) coach, Kelli Engelbrecht. Schedule your 30-minute Zoom coaching appointment here, or call her at 573-321-1322. During the coaching session, learn how to integrate the SkillsUSA Framework, articulate your SMART goals and select and evaluate Essential Elements within your CEP application.
Earn Presidential Recognition for Service
At the 2022 National Leadership and Skills Conference, SkillsUSA will recognize advisors, students and registered alumni for their community service and volunteer activities through the President’s Volunteer Service Award (PVSA). To qualify, SkillsUSA members, advisors or alumni can submit a record of their service hours to SkillsUSA, which is a certifying organization. This presidential honor recognizes the valuable contributions of volunteers who are answering a national call to serve others through their current activities or lifetime efforts. Details on qualifying hours and requirements for submission are available here. Applications must be received by April 1 for recognition at the 2022 national conference.
Focus Students on Safety
CareerSafe’s annual National Youth Safety Video Contest challenges students to create a two-minute video demonstrating workplace safety. Send submissions to CareerSafe by March 1. The winning students will receive a SkillsUSA prize pack and a scholarship of up to $2,500, and the winning school will receive a prize of up to $5,000. For more information and to submit your entry, visit the CareerSafe website.
Professional Development Opportunities for January to June
