FAQ

Who can join the club?

6-12 Graders registered at STEM School Highlands Ranch are welcome to join. If as student is registered at a school other than STEM, but they do not have their own TSA Chapter, we welcome those members too!

Is there a membership fee?

Yes, club registration fees for the year are $145. Registration is currently closed for the 2026-2027 school year.

Outside of weekly work meetings and conferences, STEM TSA participates in many social and school events! Come find us at:

• STEM Color Run ~ September 9th

• Trunk or Treat ~End of October

• Run-offs ~ November 5th

• Fleece for Fighters ~ November 17th

• Movie Night Fundraiser ~Late November

How often are conferences held?

2026 STEM Run-offs are the afternoon and evening of November 5th

2027 Colorado State Competition is February 25-27th at the Gaylord of the Rockies Hotel & Convention Center

2027 Nationals will be June 23-27th in Rosen Shingle Creek near Orlando, FL.

What is the competition dress code?

The TSA official Dress Code is detailed on this page. These clothes are required for the State and National Conferences, but not for general meetings or STEM Run-offs

What events are available?

Each TSA group, middle and high school, has a document called The Big Book, you can find this link on your school specific page, above. This document shows what events are available and the required team sizes.

How do I know what's required for my events?

Each event has a pdf document called the Event Guide. This details the event overview, build requirements, documentation details, and other specifics that vary by event. Find your specific event guide on the school pages above.

How do I sign-up to compete?

Each TSA group, middle and high school, has a sign-up form on their school specific page, above. Before signing-up, make sure you have your teammates selected and you've read through and understand the requirements and expectations of the event. If your sign-up form does not have enough correct answers to the questions about event requirements, you may be asked to do it over. 

Who do I ask about event specific questions?

In the Big Book, each event has an assigned mentor, this is either a High School student who competed in the event before, or a TSA Advisor with relevant content knowledge. Please contact this person for event specific questions first, either in person during meetings or via email.

When are meetings held?

Middle School TSA meets Tuesdays from 3:30-5pm starting in Rm 123, 132, 133, or 167.

High School TSA meets Wednesdays from 3:30-5pm starting in Rm 123.

Are meeting notes available online?

Yes, we will have the slides and notes from each meeting posted here.