Join us at our Fall Leadership Conference, where leadership takes center stage. Geared towards high school students, educators, and public safety professionals, this conference is designed to ignite leadership skills and inspire change. Engage with industry leaders, participate in workshops led by seasoned professionals, and explore the latest advancements in the public safety sector. Whether you're a student aiming to lead in your community or an educator shaping the leaders of tomorrow, our Fall Leadership Conference is your platform for growth.
What to Expect at Fall Leadership Conferences
Fall Leadership Conferences are a dynamic, full-day experience designed to elevate your understanding of public safety leadership. Expect to be fully immersed in a series of insightful activities ranging from a compelling keynote address to specialized student breakout sessions. You'll get an insider's look at the mission and opportunities TPSA offers, and have the chance to participate in 'Table Talks,' engaging discussions on various aspects of leadership and public safety. Advisors will also have their dedicated sessions to enrich their teaching practices. The conference culminates in a closing ceremony that encapsulates the key takeaways and inspirations from the day's events. Register today!
Who Should Attend
These conferences are specifically tailored for high school students and their educators who have an interest in public safety. Whether you're a student contemplating a future career in law enforcement, fire services, forensic science, correctional services, or legal studies, this is an event you won't want to miss. Educators will find it valuable as well, gaining insights that will help them guide their students toward success in these fields.
Benefits of the Leadership Conference
Skill Development: Engage in hands-on workshops and table talks aimed at skill enhancement in various aspects of public safety.
Networking: Mingle with peers, educators, and seasoned professionals in the public safety sector.
Leadership Training: From the keynote speaker to various interactive sessions, gain valuable insights into becoming an effective leader.
Career Readiness: Understand the pathways and opportunities within the public safety sector to help you make informed career decisions.
Resource Sharing: Gain access to a wealth of resources, including scholarship information and tips for succeeding in competitive events.
Personal Growth: Learn how to separate personal and professional relationships and develop emotional intelligence for the workplace.
Inspiration: Leave the conference motivated and inspired to make a meaningful impact in your community and your chosen career field.
We look forward to seeing you at your Fall Leadership Conference and contributing to your journey in the public safety sector.
Latest News
Competitive Events Update
28 days ago
TPSA Advisors,
I hope that you have had a successful start to the 23-24 school year. I wanted to take a moment to update you on the progress our leadership team has been making in updating various aspects of our organization.
One key area of our focus has been ensuring that our competitive events provide the best possible experience for our students. To demonstrate our commitment to excellence, all competitive events have been intensively reviewed.
As you read through our event offerings, you will notice that some events, such as Team Fire Agility, Foot Pursuit, Job Interview, Fiber Analysis, and Crash Investigation, are no longer available. Some of these events will be back next competition season after an intensive overhaul, some have been melded into other events, and some will not return.
With the sunsetting of events, it became apparent that we needed to create new events to fill the gap. We are excited to announce the addition of Parliamentary Procedure, Hair Analysis, Fire Press Conference, and Job Exhibit.
In addition to updating our event offerings, all scoring rubrics have been rewritten. By updating the rubrics, we aim to align them with the most current industry standards and provide clearer guidance to participants. This will enable our students to gain a deeper understanding of the skills and knowledge required for success in the public safety sector. I am pleased to present a new scoring system for the rubrics. Each rubric now totals 100 points. This provides a standardized measure for evaluation and comparison across various competitions. The state advancement criterion has also been revised. Starting this year, only those competitors who score at least 60 points and place 1st, 2nd, or 3rd at their Regional Conference will be eligible to advance to the state-level competition. This threshold ensures that participants showcase a solid foundational understanding of the subject matter and have the necessary skills to excel further in their public safety journey.
As advisors and key stakeholders, we invite you to review the updated rubrics. Your valuable input and suggestions are crucial in ensuring that the rubrics are comprehensive, fair, and effectively measure the skills and abilities of our talented participants. We welcome any feedback or revisions that you believe would enhance the rubrics' clarity, accuracy, or relevance to real-world scenarios and industry expectations.
Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team or me via email at [email protected]. We will be more than happy to assist you.
We kindly ask that any suggested revisions or comments be submitted no later than September 15th, 2023 to allow us sufficient time for thorough consideration and implementation. Your input will play a vital role in bolstering the quality of our competitions and providing an enriching experience for our students. After the posted deadline, no changes will be made to the rubrics, and the event scoring guidelines will be finalized.
Thank you for your continuous support and dedication to TPSA's mission of preparing the next generation of public safety professionals. Your guidance and expertise are deeply valued, and we look forward to your contributions toward achieving excellence.
Sincerely,
Kira Hassler Newsom
Executive Director
Competitive Events for 2023-2024
Correctional Services
| Name | Type | Event Code | Guidelines/Scorecard |
| :--------------------------------- | :---------------- | :--------- | :------------------- |
| Correctional Institute Design | Prepared | CPCD | Download |
| Inmate Processing | Roleplay | CRIP | Download |
| Cell Extraction | Roleplay | CRCE | Download |
Fire Services
| Name | Type | Event Code | Guidelines/Scorecard |
| :--------------------------------- | :---------------- | :--------- | :------------------- |
| Press Conference | Prepared | FPPC | Download |
| First Responder | Roleplay | FRFR | Coming Soon |
| Agility Course | Skills Assessment | FSAC | Download |
| Search and Rescue | Skills Assessment | FSRR | Download |
Forensic Science
| Name | Type | Event Code | Guidelines/Scorecard |
| :--------------------------------- | :---------------- | :--------- | :------------------- |
| Crime Scene Investigation | Roleplay | SRCS | Download |
| Anthropology | Skills Assessment | SSAN | Download |
| Hair Analysis | Skills Assessment | SSHA | Download |
| Bloodstain Pattern Analysis | Skills Assessment | SSBS | Download |
| Fingerprint Collection and Analysis | Skills Assessment | SSFC | Download |
Law Enforcement
| Name | Type | Event Code | Guidelines/Scorecard |
| :--------------------------------- | :---------------- | :--------- | :------------------- |
| Job Exhibit | Prepared | XPJE | Download |
| Building Search | Roleplay | LRBS | Download |
| Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) | Roleplay | LRSW | Download |
| Disturbance Call | Roleplay | LRDC | Download |
| Felony Traffic Stop | Roleplay | LRFT | Download |
| Traffic Stop | Roleplay | LRTS | Download |
| 911 Call Taking | Roleplay | LRCT | Download |
| DWI Traffic Stop | Roleplay | LRDI | Download |
| Report Writing | Skills Assessment | LSRW | Download |
| Agility Course | Skills Assessment | LSAC | Download |
Legal Studies
| Name | Type | Event Code | Guidelines/Scorecard |
| :--------------------------------- | :---------------- | :--------- | :------------------- |
| Qualifying an Expert Witness | Prepared | JPQE | Download |
| Closing Argument | Prepared | JPCA | Download |
| Opening Statement | Prepared | JPOS | Download |
| Parliamentary Procedure | Roleplay | JRPP | Download |
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Announcement
Student Board Application
32 days ago
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Do you want to become more of a leader within your Career and Technical Student Organization?
Do you want to become more involved with TPSA?
Do you want to have input and help govern the fastest growing Student Law Enforcement Association?
Well, then YOU should apply to be on the TPSA Student Board.
Do you want to add Leadership to your resume for colleges, scholarships or jobs?
Then become a member of the TPSA Student Board....
Interested?.... We would like ONE student per region 😊
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Apply Here
Applications are due Friday, September 22, 2023 at 11:59pm
Elections open Sep 25, 2023 and close Oct 6, 2023.
October 10, 2023 Results Posted
First Meeting TBD during the third week of October 2023.
All questions regarding the TPSA student board should be directed to Roya Dinbali, [email protected]
TPSA is committed to creating and maintaining a healthy and respectful environment for all of our members. Our philosophy is to ensure all members, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status are treated equally and respectfully. Any behavior in the form of discrimination, harassment, or bullying will not be tolerated. It is the responsibility of all members to uphold and contribute to this climate.
