- Everett Public Schools
- Career and Technical Student Organizations
Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs)
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Students practice leadership, explore career possibilities and engage in regional, local and national competitions while discovering their passions for learning and careers through Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs). These experiences are embedded in all CTE courses, extending to after school and open to all students.
Click on a title below to learn more about the CTSOs our students are involved in. If you have questions about how to get involved, it's best to start with your CTE teacher!
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DECA
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. Members demonstrate knowledge and skills learned in the classroom in local and national competitions.
DECA is available for students in classes such as:
- Accounting
- Business & Finance
- Entrepreneurship
- Economic
- and more!
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Educators Rising
Educators Rising cultivates students to become educators who reflect the demographics of their communities and who are passionate about serving through public education.
Educators Rising is available for students in classes such as:
- AP Psychology
- Child Development
- Introduction to Education
- and more!
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Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
FCCLA is a national student organization that provides personal growth, leadership development and career preparation opportunities for students in Family and Consumer Science education. Members develop skills through competition in Hospitality & Tourism, Visual Arts & Design, Education & Training and Human Services.
FCCLA is available for students in classes such as:
- AP Psychology
- Child Development
- Introduction to Early Childhood Education
- Nutrition and Food Prep
- and more!
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Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
FBLA is the largest career student business organization in the world whose mission is to inspire and prepare students to become business leaders in a global society through leadership experience.
FBLA is available for students in classes such as:
- Accounting
- AP Macro/Microeconomics
- Business Law
- Publications
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- and more!
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Future Farmers of America (FFA)
FFA is an organization that prepares students for leadership, personal growth and career success through agriculture education. Members are future chemists, veterinarians, government officials, entrepreneurs, researchers, international business leaders, teachers and professionals in many career fields.
FFA membership is available for students in classes such as:
- Sustainable Agriculture
- AP Environmental Science
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Health Occupations Student Organization (HOSA)
HOSA empowers future health professionals to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration and experience. Members develop leadership and technical skill-based competencies through a program of motivation, awareness and recognition.
HOSA is available for students in classes such as:
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Home Care Aide
- Introduction to Health Science Careers
- Sports Medicine
- and more!
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Mock Trial
Mock Trial is a competition with legal professionals in our community work with students to develop an understanding of real life case law and the role of the court system in a democratic society. Members work as a team to become witnesses and attorneys to strategize the case.
Mock trial is for all students enrolled in Introduction to Law.
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Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training (NJROTC)
NJROTC's mission is to instill in students the values of citizenship, service to the United States and personal responsibility and a sense of accomplishment. It emphasizes citizenship and leadership through community service, drill, academic and competition.
NJROTC is housed at Everett High School, but the program is open to all high school students enrolled in NJROTC.
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Technology Student Association (TSA)
Technology Student Association (TSA) enhances personal development, leadership and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) through competitions, and so much more.
TSA is available for students in classes such as:
- AP Computer Science
- Digital Photography
- Graphic Design
- Robotics and Mechatronics
- Video Game Design
- Video Production
- and more!
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Thespians
The Educational Theatre Association (EdTA) is a national nonprofit organization with approximately 90,000 student and professional members. EdTA’s mission is shaping lives through theatre education by: honoring student achievement in theatre and enriching their theatre education experience; supporting teachers by providing professional development, networking opportunities, resources, and recognition; and influencing public opinion that theatre education is essential and builds life skills.
Participation in Thespians is available for students enrolled in Technical Theater.
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Washington Career and Technical Sports Medicine Association (WCTSMA)
WCTSMA introduces students to a variety of sports medicine professions and prepares them for career success. Members develop leadership and educational opportunities in the field of sports medicine through competition and events. WCTSMA is offered at all high schools.
WCTSMA is available for students in classes such as:
- Introduction to Health Science Careers
- Sports Medicine
- and more!