SkillsUSA Motto and Emblem
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What is the SkillsUSA motto?

Preparing for leadership in the world of work.

The components of the SkillsUSA emblem include Shield (), Gear (), Flaming Torch (), Orbital Circles (), Hands (), and Letters (_).

patriotism, industrial society, knowledge, technology, Individual, SkillsUSA (name of the organization)

What are the SkillsUSA colors and their meanings?

Red & White for individual states and chapters, Blue for common union of the states and chapters, Gold for the individual.

What is the official SkillsUSA dress for male members?

<p>White dress shirt, black dress pants, plain black tie, black dress shoes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the six points of the SkillsUSA Creed?

<p>Dignity of work, American way of life, Education, Fair play, Satisfaction is achieved by good work, High moral and spiritual standards.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the procedure for becoming a SkillsUSA State Officer?

<p>Complete officer application forms, collect required signatures, pass written test, complete officer interview satisfactorily, campaign, be elected by 50% plus 1 vote.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following SkillsUSA officers with their duties:

<p>President = Presides over meetings Vice President = Takes over in absence of President Secretary = Takes minutes/correspondence/roll call Treasurer = Maintains financial records/collects dues Historian = Creates scrapbook Reporter = Reports activities Parliamentarian = Advises President on parliamentary procedure i = n</p> Signup and view all the answers

Recite the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. Flag.

<p>I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the Republic for which it stands: one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the SkillsUSA Pledge?

<p>Upon my honor, I pledge: To prepare myself by diligent study and ardent practice to become a worker whose service will be recognized as honorable by my employer and fellow workers. To base my expectations of reward upon the solid foundation of service. To honor and respect my vocation in such a way as to bring repute to myself. And, further, to spare no effort in upholding the ideals of SkillsUSA.</p> Signup and view all the answers

State a main motion as recognized in Robert's Rules of Order, Newly Revised.

<p>I move that (state motion)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name three groups that expect to be tipped when traveling.

<p>Food servers, hotel bag carriers, taxi cab drivers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who are the SkillsUSA Maryland Officers?

<p>Carlee Barrett (President), Zach Gregory (Western Region Vice President), C.J. Dvorak (Eastern Region Vice President), Katie Weber (Secretary), Payton James (Treasurer), Cassidy Larwood (Parliamentarian), Sarah Jones (Reporter).</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the SkillsUSA Maryland Director?

<p>Chuck Wallace, Division of Career and College Readiness, Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE).</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the National SkillsUSA Executive Director?

<p>Tim Lawrence.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name five purposes of SkillsUSA.

<p>Common bond among students, realistic vocational goals, high standards, patriotism and democracy, leadership development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the current SkillsUSA theme?

<p>SkillsUSA: Champions at Work, Prepared with the Skills America Needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

List the three branches of the Federal Government and their main functions.

<p>Executive Branch - Proposes the laws, Legislative Branch - Enacts the law, Judicial Branch - Interprets the law.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who is the current Governor of Maryland?

<p>Governor Martin O'Malley.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the components of the National SkillsUSA Program of Work?

<p>Social, Community Service, Public Relations, Employment, Ways and Means, SkillsUSA Championships, Professional Development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the SkillsUSA Maryland regions?

<p>Northeastern.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four competitive levels of SkillsUSA?

<p>Local, Regional, State, and National.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name three aspects of a good meeting.

<p>There is a specific purpose, an agenda is prepared and distributed in advance, everyone is encouraged to participate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the SkillsUSA mission?

<p>To empower its members to become world-class workers and responsible American citizens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name three skills important for effective communication.

<p>Speaking, observation, and listening.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the National SkillsUSA 2012-2013 Secondary Vice President from Maryland?

<p>Mayokun Ojo.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name five of the eleven purposes of SkillsUSA.

<p>Common bond among students, Realistic vocational goals, High standards, Patriotism and democracy, Leadership development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the seven standing committees for SkillsUSA?

<p>Social, Community Service, Public Relations, Employment, Ways and Means, SkillsUSA Championships, Professional Development.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

SkillsUSA Motto and Meaning

  • Motto: "Preparing for Leadership in the World of Work" emphasizes skill development for future careers.

SkillsUSA Emblem Components

  • Shield: Represents patriotism.
  • Gear: Symbolizes industrial society.
  • Flaming Torch: Denotes knowledge and learning.
  • Orbital Circles: Indicates technology's impact.
  • Hands: Signify individual effort.
  • Letters: Spell out "SkillsUSA," the organization's name.

SkillsUSA Colors and Their Meanings

  • Red & White: Represent individual states and chapters.
  • Blue: Symbolizes the unity of states and chapters.
  • Gold: Represents the individual member's value.

Official SkillsUSA Dress

  • Female Members: White collarless blouse, black dress skirt/pants, black/hint-tone hose, black shoes.
  • Male Members: White dress shirt, plain black tie, black dress slacks, plain black socks, and black dress shoes.

SkillsUSA Creed Points

  • Dignity of work
  • Emphasis on the American way of life
  • Importance of education
  • Value of fair play
  • Achievement through quality work
  • High moral and spiritual standards

Becoming a SkillsUSA State Officer

  • Complete officer application forms and collect signatures.
  • Pass a written test and complete an interview.
  • Campaign and be elected by a majority vote (50% + 1).

Duties of SkillsUSA Officers

  • President: Presides over meetings.
  • Vice President: Assumes President's duties in their absence and prepares the year-end report.
  • Secretary: Takes minutes and manages correspondence.
  • Treasurer: Maintains financial records and collects dues.
  • Historian: Manages scrapbook documentation.
  • Reporter: Reports on chapter activities.
  • Parliamentarian: Ensures order and advises on parliamentary procedure.

Pledge of Allegiance

  • A declaration of loyalty to the United States flag and the republic.

SkillsUSA Pledge

  • A commitment to preparation through study and practice, recognizing honorable work, basing rewards on service, respecting one's vocation, and upholding SkillsUSA ideals.

Main Motion in Robert's Rules of Order

  • Recognized motion format: "I move that (state motion)."

Groups Expecting Tipping

  • Food servers
  • Hotel bag carriers
  • Hotel maids
  • Airport sky caps
  • Taxi cab drivers

SkillsUSA Maryland Officers

  • President: Carlee Barrett
  • Western Region VP: Zach Gregory
  • Eastern Region VP: C.J. Dvorak
  • Secretary: Katie Weber
  • Treasurer: Payton James
  • Parliamentarian: Cassidy Larwood
  • Reporter: Sarah Jones

SkillsUSA Maryland Director

  • Name: Chuck Wallace
  • Workplace: Division of Career and College Readiness, Maryland State Department of Education.

National SkillsUSA Executive Director

  • Name: Tim Lawrence

Purposes of SkillsUSA

  • Fosters common bonds among students.
  • Promotes realistic vocational goals and high standards.
  • Encourages patriotism and democracy.
  • Facilitates leadership development.

Current SkillsUSA Theme

  • "SkillsUSA: Champions At Work - Prepared with the Skills America Needs," highlighting readiness for workforce challenges.

Three Branches of Federal Government

  • Executive Branch: Proposes laws.
  • Legislative Branch: Enacts laws.
  • Judicial Branch: Interprets laws.

Maryland Governor

  • Current Governor: Martin O'Malley.

National SkillsUSA Program of Work Components (SCREWUP)

  • Social
  • Community Service
  • Public Relations
  • Employment
  • Ways and Means
  • SkillsUSA Championships
  • Professional Development

SkillsUSA Maryland Regions

  • Identify with the northeastern region.

Competitive Levels of SkillsUSA

  • Local, Regional, State, and National competitions.

Aspects of a Good Meeting

  • Specific meeting purpose aligned with group goals.
  • Agenda distributed in advance.
  • Encouragement of participation from all members.

SkillsUSA Mission

  • Aims to empower members to become world-class workers and responsible citizens.

Important Communication Skills

  • Speaking, observation, and listening skills are crucial for effective communication.

National SkillsUSA 2012-2013 Secondary Vice President from Maryland

  • Name: Mayokun Ojo.

Categories of Motions in SkillsUSA

  • Main, Subsidiary, Privileged, Incidental motions, and Bring question back to the floor.
  • Amendments can be made by inserting, striking out, or substituting parts of motions.

Additional Purposes of SkillsUSA

  • Leadership development, understanding labor management, and fostering enthusiasm for learning.

Standing Committees of SkillsUSA

  • Social, Community Service, Public Relations, Employment, Ways and Means, SkillsUSA Championships, Professional Development.

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This quiz covers the SkillsUSA motto, 'Preparing for Leadership in the World of Work' and its significance. Additionally, it examines the components of the SkillsUSA emblem, including the shield, gear, flaming torch, orbital circles, and hands, along with their meanings.

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