Seattle Public Schools

Career and Technical Education (CTE)

Student Leadership Opportunities

Student Leadership Opportunities

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Students in CTE classes have the opportunity to join a Career and Technical Student Organization (or equivalent club).

Check out our running list of CTSOs (sorted by area, school, and advisor) or talk with your Career Connected Learning Coordinator about how to get connected at your school! This list will continue to grow as more teachers sign up!

Don’t see your school yet? Email careerconnected@seattleschools.org to check in about opportunities to get involved!

List Updated 12/15/2025

Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) DECA provides career-connected learning, linking classroom education with real-world business experiences through competitions and industry partnerships. Students develop valuable skills and build networks that directly enhance their future career opportunities in fields like marketing, finance, and entrepreneurship.

  • Alan T. Sugiyama HS – Cynthia Tan
  • Ballard HS – Mary Jereczek
  • Chief Sealth HS – Maha Giundi
  • Garfield HS – Ellis Lambert
  • Ingraham HS – Christine Steelsmith
  • Lincoln HS – Curtis Reed
  • Nathan Hale HS – Zarita Hester, Matt Davis
  • Rainier Beach HS – Abigail Laufer
  • Roosevelt HS – Michelle Carter
  • West Seattle HS – Justin Adams

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) bridges classroom learning with career pathways by helping students explore their interests, develop leadership skills, and prepare for meaningful work that supports families and communities. Through its programs, members engage in hands-on projects, connect their personal strengths to future jobs, and gain real-world experience across several in-demand career clusters.

  • Alan T. Sugiyama HS – Crystal Welander
  • Ballard HS – Sarah Decoy
  • Ingraham HS – Jessica Vander Pol

Technology Student Association (TSA) – TSA connects students’ STEM and technical coursework with real-world, career-focused experiences through competitions, leadership roles, and industry engagement. By participating, students build tangible career pathways by developing skills and exploring technology-driven professions aligned with high-demand careers.

  • Alan T. Sugiyama HS – Crystal Welander
  • The Center School – Sam Wolk
  • Chief Sealth HS – Mario Martinez
  • Cleveland HS – Timothy Albertson
  • Garfield HS – Corey Louviere, Jacques Pugh
  • Lincoln HS – Nicholas Bubb
  • Roosevelt HS – John Walseth
  • West Seattle HS – Kelli Perletti, Laura Anders

Educational Theater AssociationEdTA provides students with access to educational resources, performance opportunities, leadership development, and scholarships through programs like the International Thespian Society, festivals, and workshops that promote excellence in theater arts.

  • Ballard HS – Miller Shor
  • Franklin HS – Sarah Call
  • Garfield HS – Natalie Gress
  • Lincoln HS – Tara Sullivan
  • Nathan Hale HS – Anna Delaney-Hanna
  • Roosevelt HS – Ben Stuart
  • West Seattle HS – Joseph Lambert

HOSA – Future Health ProfessionalsHOSA offers students opportunities to develop leadership skills, gain hands-on experience, and compete in health-related events, preparing them for careers in healthcare through a network of resources, conferences, and competitions.

  • Ballard HS – Rebecca Howsmon
  • Chief Sealth HS – Joan Stanton
  • Ingraham HS – Genet Simone
  • Lincoln HS – Jamie Haugen
  • Nathan Hale HS – Carmena Umdor-Singh
  • Rainier Beach HS – Karla Nyquist
  • Roosevelt HS – Cynthia Coulthard

Washington FIRST Lego League – WA FIRST provides students with opportunities to engage in STEM education through robotics competitions, hands-on learning, and mentorship, fostering teamwork, problem-solving, and innovation in the fields of science and technology.

  • Ballard HS – Benjamin Krokower
  • Boren K-8 – Gretchan Thompson, Jennifer Sawade
  • Cleveland HS – Paul Davis
  • Eckstein MS – Michelle Amato
  • Franklin HS – Grace Edwards
  • Garfield HS – Ashley Myers
  • Hamilton MS – Clover Norman, Mary Jang
  • Lincoln HS – Joshua Myers
  • Madison MS – Emma Mann
  • Mercer MS – Emily Elasky
  • Rainier Beach HS – Eric Colwell
  • Robert Eagle Staff MS – Matthias Baer
  • Roosevelt HS – Kailee Atkinson, Andrew Meador
  • Whitman MS – Brad Shigenaka