Career & Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs)
What Are CTSOs?
Career & Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) give students opportunities to take what they learn in the classroom and apply it through leadership, competitions, community service, and career exploration.
Whether you’re interested in healthcare, business, technology, or skilled trades, joining a CTSO is a great way to develop your skills, make connections, and get involved at Skyline!
Why Join a CTSO?
Leadership
Build confidence, communication skills, and leadership experience.
Competition
Put your knowledge and skills to the test through competitive events.
Career Exploration
Explore careers and connect classroom learning to real-world opportunities.
Community
Meet students with similar interests, work as a team, and participate in service activities.
CTSOs at Skyline High School
Skyline offers six Career & Technical Student Organizations. Explore the organizations below and reach out to an advisor to learn more about joining.
FBLA
Future Business Leaders of America
Explore business, entrepreneurship, and leadership through competitive events, professional development, and community involvement.
Skyline Advisors
Gray Garrett
ghgarrett@graniteschools.org
John Johnson
jvjohnson@graniteschools.org
Syd Lott
slott@graniteschools.org
DECA
Marketing, Finance & Entrepreneurship
Develop skills in marketing, finance, hospitality, management, and entrepreneurship through business challenges and competitive events.
Skyline Advisors
Gray Garrett
ghgarrett@graniteschools.org
John Johnson
jvjohnson@graniteschools.org
Syd Lott
slott@graniteschools.org
HOSA
Future Health Professionals
Explore healthcare careers, develop medical knowledge and leadership skills, and participate in health science competitions and service projects.
Skyline Advisors
Malia Groesbeck
mgroesbeck@graniteschools.org
Dillon Edelen
djedelen@graniteschools.org
TSA
Technology Student Association
Apply science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) skills through hands-on projects, design challenges, and competitions.
Skyline Advisor
Ken Kapptie
kkapptie@graniteschools.org
SkillsUSA
Skilled & Technical Careers
Build technical expertise, teamwork, and professional skills through career-focused competitions and hands-on learning.
Skyline Advisor
Shawn Kennedy
skennedy@graniteschools.org
FCCLA
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
Develop leadership, life, and career skills through projects, community service, and competitions related to family and consumer sciences.
Skyline Advisor
Thomas Lundquist
tklundquist@graniteschools.org
How Do I Join?
Interested in getting involved? Contact one of the Skyline CTSO advisors listed above to learn about membership, meetings, activities, competitions, and how to get started.
Learn More About Utah CTSOs
Visit the Utah State Board of Education’s CTE website to explore student organizations and learn more about leadership and competitive opportunities.
