Clubs

SkillsUSA

SkillsUSA is an educational association for students enrolled in any of the CTE programs. It is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. SkillsUSA helps each student excel. The national organization promotes leadership, life-long learning, and dignity of work. The local chapter focuses on teamwork, character development through skills competitions and community service. Each spring selected students have the opportunity to compete against other New York State CTE students in their technical career area.

FEA

The Future Educators Association is a national organization sponsored by Phi Delta Kappa, a national teaching fraternity. The primary purpose of FEA is to expose students who aspire to become educators to the responsibilities of classroom teachers. We provide opportunities to explore  teaching as a career option by gaining a realistic  understanding of the nature of education and the role of a teacher. FEA strives to promote excellence in students interested in the teaching profession by promoting academic achievement, developing a positive self-image and encouraging leadership responsibilities. The Orange-Ulster FEA has an agenda which involves working with local an national colleges, community organizations related to the education of children and the teachers of  local school districts.

FFA

The primary purpose of the National FFA Organization (also known as Future Farmers of America) is to develop agriculture leadership, cooperation and citizenship. Students learn how to speak in  public, conduct and take part in meetings, handle financial matters, solve their own problems and  assume civic responsibility. Students elect their own officers and carry out activities with minimal supervision from their instructor, who serves as club  advisor. Students participate in competitions and other award activities.   

NTHS

The National Technical Honor Society recognizes, honors and encourages CTE students who excel at their career and technical studies and who possess good character and attitude. In order to qualify for nomination, a student must maintain a 95% average or better in CTE classes, have 6 or fewer  absences by the end of the third quarter, no CTE or home school suspensions and be involved in school and/or community service. Students who meet the criteria and successfully complete the nomination and evaluation process are inducted in a formal candlelight ceremony each spring.