By Jaimin Patel As the growth of technology is rapidly increasing, from the popular new virtual reality systems to self-driving cars, the importance of teaching the fundamentals of innovation and problem solving have found their way into school systems. One major example is the club Technology Student Association (TSA). According to their official website, TSA’s goal is to foster “personal growth, leadership, and opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM); members apply and integrate these concepts through co-curricular activities, competitions, and related programs.” With these concepts in mind, TSA strives to create the leaders of tomorrow who will learn to problem solve in any situation. Furthermore, STEM has been a vital aspect of the core of TSA, succeeding in bringing math and science to the forefront. Since the start of TSA in Wilson, it has continued to teach students valuable lessons that they will carry for years to come. These lessons will be applicable in situations that pertain to the core values of TSA such as leadership and personal growth. Two year member as well as a state level winner, Akanksha Bhusari, says, “TSA has probably given me some of the most valuable experiences throughout my highschool career. Working in a team to develop something for a 'real world problem' has helped to understand the ups and downs of teamwork. Although at times my teammates and I would disagree or get frustrated with each other, we gained the patience needed to make a team effective and cooperative. In the end, the satisfaction and joy in success showed me that the whole process, though difficult, was all worth it. I think TSA's ability to give me these experiences even before going into the work field makes it one of the most valuable clubs at Wilson.”
Additionally, TSA allows high school students be able to experience how to work in an atmosphere that reflects that of their potential future work environments. Lydia Yenser, a two year member and another state level winner also emphasizes the importance of TSA. “TSA is really important to me because it has taught me how to apply my problem solving skills in real world situations. It's also helped me improve the way I work because I've learned to plan my time better. Also, it's allowed me to be near people who are interested in similar things as me.” There are many different clubs offered here at Wilson. However, TSA offers qualities that make it stand out from many others. Andy Kucenski, a first year member, discusses the reason he chose to join TSA. “ I joined because I thought it would be really intriguing, and it would give me experience. So far, it's been great. I’d say it's main difference from other clubs is the challenge it presents. Problem solving is a prominent feature of this club. In addition to working on your own project, you have the possibility of taking it to a national competition which is really cool.” In conclusion, TSA is an invaluable club that teaches students lessons for their futures. From the innovators to leaders, TSA will always be a club that harbors creativity and ingenuity as well as fixate its core ideals into its new members. Finally, TSA’s commendable success each year at the Regional, State, and National levels should be credited to its advisers and engineering teachers, without whom the students would not be able to gain the various experiences and insight that the club has to offer.
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