Standard #10: Career & Technical Student Organizations

My Banquet Planning Guide demonstrates my understanding of program integration and skill development within CTSOs. By developing this guide, I aimed to create a structured, student-led approach to planning a Chapter banquet to celebrate student achievements and showcase how CTSOs play an integral part in the CTE program. This guide is designed to be accessible to all students, with clear roles and responsibilities that align with their interests and skill levels. This inclusivity ensures that CTSO participation is a natural extension of classroom instruction and supports a sense of belonging among members. 

My Banquet Planning Guide promotes skill development by giving students hands-on experience in event coordination, budgeting, communication, and teamwork. Students must collaborate with peers, adhere to deadlines, and solve problems creatively, which prepares students for success in postsecondary education and the workforce. The planning process mimics real-world project management scenarios, helping students develop technical and employability skills. By participating in the banquet planning, students are not just organizing an event but applying what they've learned in the classroom and building confidence in their abilities to lead and contribute meaningfully to a team. 

My Officer Application and Interviewing Guide shows my understanding of skill development and student engagement within a CTSO. This guide helps facilitate a structured and equitable officer selection process, encouraging students to explore leadership opportunities in a supportive environment. Through the application and interview process, students build employability skills like written communication, public speaking, professionalism, and self-reflection. These skills align with workplace expectations and help students grow in confidence and capability. 

This guide also fosters student engagement. Providing clear expectations, timelines, and support ensures that all students (regardless of background and prior experience) have access to meaningful leadership opportunities within the CTSO. The application process encourages students to reflect on their strengths, set goals, and take initiative, while the interviews simulate real-world hiring experiences. This guide also helps identify student leaders who will then take an active role in planning chapter events, service projects, and other leadership tasks, which keeps the CTSO student-driven.