About Us

History of TSA:

The Technology Student Association (TSA), formerly AIASA, is the oldest student organization dedicated exclusively to students enrolled in technology education classes grades K-12. It has a rich history that spans three decades. Three distinct periods may be found in TSA's history. During the period from 1958 to 1978, the American Industrial Arts Student Association (AIASA) was a sponsored activity of the American Industrial Arts Association (AIAA). In 1978, the nonprofit corporation, AIASA, Inc., was formed to oversee AIASA as a separate organization. During the decade that followed, the organization grew in size, strength, structure, and impact on students and secondary school programs. The summer of 1988 closed this third decade as AIASA reached another milestone, a change in the name of the organization to the Technology Student Association (TSA). The above links describe (a) AIASA's history through these three major periods up to the time the association changed its name, (b) the evolution and purposes of activities, and (c) the organizational structure of TSA.


What does MCHS-TSA do?

Our TSA chapter is VERY active in the State of Georgia. Our members are enthusiastic, friendly, and like to have fun.

Our members have the opportunity to take part in: The Georgia Fall Leadership Conference in Jekyll Island, GA, The "CORE" officer retreat for excellence, Tech Day in Perry, GA, and the Georgia TSA State Leadership Conference in Athens, GA. At these conferences, students learn to lead by example, compete in a variety of events, and make friends with students from across the state.

Our chapter also holds monthly socials that have included: The annual TSA homecoming tailgate party, dinner and a movie at the Mall of GA, Bowling, Afternoons at the park, White Elephant gift exchange, Ice Skating, Gladiators' Hockey games, Laser tag, an end of the year pizza party, and the list goes on. This year's officer team will be making plans for another year of fantastic socials!


Membership Information:

Membership in the TSA is ONLY available to students who are currently enrolled (or who were previously enrolled) in the Engineering and Technology program here at MCHS. The annual membership fee for the 2023-2024 school year is $45. This covers your state and national TSA dues and provides the funds for materials/supplies that are used for competitive events and monthly meetings. Membership must be paid for through MyPaymentsPlus.com. Membership registration will be available on August 23rd.

Our "TSA Open House" meeting will be on August 23rd (Wednesday)  from 2:30-3:30 in the engineering lab (E101). 

Meetings

We will hold monthly meetings in room E101. Dates will be posted in Mr. Burrows' engineering classroom. Please contact Mr. Burrows at glenn.burrows@gcpsk12.org with any questions.