Career and Technical Student Organizations
Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) are an integral part of Career and Technical Education (CTE), providing students with opportunities to apply their learning through leadership, competitions and real-world experiences. CTSOs help students develop the academic, technical and employability skills needed for success in college, careers and the workforce.
State Supported CTSOs
State-supported CTSOs are officially recognized and supported by Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) because they align with Kansas CTE pathways and workforce priorities. These organizations are embedded in school programs and provide students with leadership opportunities, competitions and real-world experiences that support career readiness.
Kansas BPA
Business Professionals of America is the leading CTSO for students pursuing careers in business management, office administration, information technology and other related career fields. For more information please visit the Kansas BPA website.
Contact Information:
Marcy Cross, State Advisor
Kansas DECA
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers around the world in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. For more information please visit the Kansas DECA website.
Contact Information:
Logan Gauby, State Advisor
Kansas FBLA
Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) education association with a quarter million students preparing for careers in business and business-related fields. For more information please visit the Kansas FBLA website.
Contact Information:
Connie Lindell, State Advisor and Conference Chairman
Kansas FCCLA
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America promotes personal growth and leadership development through Family and Consumer Sciences education. For more information please visit the Kansas FCCLA website.
Contact Information:
Shandi Andres, State Advisor
Kansas FFA
Future Farmers of America makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. For more information please visit the Kansas FFA website.
Contact Information:
Anthony Meals, State Advisor
Mary Kane, Executive Secretary
Kansas HOSA
HOSA develops leadership and technical skill competencies through a program of motivation, awareness and recognition, which is an integral part of the Health Science Education instructional program. For more information please visit the Kansas HOSA website.
Contact Information:
Tina Garetson, State Advisor
SkillsUSA Kansas
SkillsUSA improves the quality of America's workforce through a structured program of citizenship, leadership, employability, technical and professional skills training. SkillsUSA helps each student excel. For more information please visit the SkillsUSA Kansas website.
Contact Information:
Eric Tincher, State Director
Kansas TSA
Technology Student Association is the only student organization devoted exclusively to the needs of students interested in technology. For more information please visit the Kansas TSA website.
Contact Information:
Ruth DeLange, State Advisor
