The purpose of the TPSA State student board is to carry out TPSA's Mission Statement. To allow students to develop leadership skills by organizing and carrying out region-wide service projects (spring), giving student input on all TPSA matters, helping the Executive Council carry out their duties (assisting with newsletters, social media, etc.), and assisting/support the regional representative at region and state competitions; and course any other various requirements as we move forward with the year.
What will you do?
- You will attend monthly virtual video meetings (can only miss one) to discuss any business items arising from the Executive Council meetings.
- Attend & Help your region at the regional competition (organize the events, help when needed, take pictures, etc.)
- Attend & Help at the state competition (setting up, facilitating groups/meetings, etc.) – Be there early at State; the first half day.
- Develop and facilitate a region-wide service project for ALL CTSOs to be a part of
Cost
- Your regional and state competition fee will be waived
- Your school's CTSO will pay for hotel room and meal expenses; TPSA will not cover hotel/meal/travel expenses to Regional/State conferences
- A meal provided to you at the state conference (courtesy of TPSA)
2024-2025
As we approach the close of the 2023-2024 school year, we are thrilled to announce a new format for electing our Student Board Members. Student Board officer Positions and descriptions
Requirements
To be placed on the ballot for elections, interested students must meet the following requirements:
- Submit the online application by 04/14/2024 (11:59 pm) which includes:
- Student Good Standing Verification Form
- Unofficial Transcript
- Curriculum Vitae (Resume)
- Two letters of recommendation:
- One from your Criminal Justice or Forensic Science Teacher
- One from another influential adult (21 years or older) in your life
- A 1-2 minute campaign video addressing specific prompts. Your video campaign should cover the following points:
- Introduction: Tell us who you are.
- Reason for Running: Share what position you are running for and why you are seeking the position.
- Vision for TPSA: Explain how TPSA will benefit from your leadership.
- Involvement: Detail your history with TPSA and your contributions.
- Plans for Improvement: Outline what you intend to do to enhance TPSA.
- State Conference Campaign Requirements:
- Create a standard-size tri-fold presentation board. The tri-fold should be creative and engaging. This is a visual representation of you. The tri-fold must include
- A headshot (at least 5” X 7”) image
- Region Number
- School Name
- Position you are running for (President, Vice President, Secretary, Public Information Officer, Treasurer, Leadership Conference Coordinator, Regional Conference Coordinator, State Conference Coordinator)
- Professional Biography Statement
- Other images demonstrating your involvement within your local organization and TPSA.
- Set up presentation materials on Monday, March 25th between 3- 4 pm at the student board booth outside the banquet hall at the Marriott. Be available at the booth from 4:00 pm-5:15 pm and immediately after opening ceremonies until 7:00 pm to promote your campaign to student members as they enter and leave the banquet hall.
- Deliver a speech during the Student Social on Monday. Your speech should include the following and be kept under 3 minutes:
- Introduction
- Describe what position you are running for.
- Explain why you're running for a board member position.
- Detailing your vision for improving TPSA.
- Circulate the room during the social to introduce yourself and encourage student members to vote for you during the online election.
- Create a standard-size tri-fold presentation board. The tri-fold should be creative and engaging. This is a visual representation of you. The tri-fold must include
Please note that by applying for this position, you commit to attending monthly virtual meetings and fulfilling all duties assigned to your position. This is a unique chance for you to leave a lasting impact on TPSA and develop valuable leadership skills. We encourage all interested students to seize this opportunity and submit their applications by April 14, 2024 (11:59 pm).
Interested students must apply here: Student Board Member Application Form
Thank you for your interest in serving as a StudentBoard Member for TPSA. If you have any questions or need further clarification, please don't hesitate to contact Caleb Davis via email at [email protected].