Students enrolled in Career and Technical Education courses are encouraged to join and participate in related Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs). Career and Technical Student Organizations are an integral part of the Career and Technical Education program in Huntsville ISD.

These organizations provide an opportunity for students to participate in a variety of activities including: community service projects; local, state, and national competitions; and enhanced instructional programs while in class. Through these youth leadership organizations, students have the opportunity to develop leadership and communication skills.

CTSO's at Huntsville High:

Business Professionals of America (BPA), a national organization, is for students in the Business, Marketing, and Finance career cluster which provides members with opportunities for growth through education, competition, community service, and personal development.

Sponsors: Denise Carpenter and Tony Cherry

Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), a national organization, focuses on the multiple roles of family member, wage earner, and community leader, developing skills for life through character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and career preparation. FCCLA supports CTE programs in the Hospitality & Tourism career cluster.

Sponsor: Amanda Cason

Future Farmers of America (FFA) is a national organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. This organization supports students in the Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources career cluster.

Sponsors: Kenneth Goines, Jacob McGinty, and Allison Wockenfuss

Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA), a national organization, promotes career opportunities in the health industry and enhances the delivery of quality health care to all people. This organization supports students in the Health Sciences career cluster.

Sponsor: Virginia Lenoir

SkillsUSA, a national organization, helps each student excel in leadership skills, technical and engineering skills, STEM, and occupationally related skills in several CTE career clusters including Architecture & Construction, Engineering, Hospitality & Tourism, Human Services, Law & Public Safety, Manufacturing, and Transportation.

Sponsors: Ryan Kaaa-Bauer, Cody Chandler, Patricia Holmes, Jordan Huebner, Doug Johnston, and Kayla Neal

National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) - is an honor society for outstanding career and technical education students of workforce vocational educational education institutions in the United States.

Sponsor: Ryann Kaaa-Bauer

Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) - is a co-curricular statewide student organization created to allow young men and women an opportunity to explore the teaching profession.

Sponsor: Susan Small

To get your student involved in one or more of the CTSOs, feel free to contact the sponsors.