2010-2011 Competition Theme

SkillsUSA: Champions at Work Respecting All Perspectives
The topic to be addressed by contestants in the Chapter Display, Prepared Speech and Promotional Bulletin Board contests is how our slogan, SkillsUSA: Champions at Work, relates to our national program of work in the area of the Professional Development. Within this topic, contestants might illustrate or discuss any of the following:

• How SkillsUSA's professional development opportunities respect and value cultural differences to optimize personal and team success in the workplace.
  
• How members value different talents/skills to achieve common goals in competition and within the community.
  
• How students use collaboration and cooperation to achieve team success inside and outside the classroom.
  
• How SkillsUSA values inclusion and diversity in decision making and problem solving by teaching students to process all perspectives in a respectful and productive manner.
  
• How involvement in SkillsUSA creates a global awareness that broadens the horizons of students to foster an open-minded approach to learning.
  
• How SkillsUSA ideals support an understanding of generational differences in the workplace to merge existing practices with new technologies and ideas.
  
• How SkillsUSA championships emphasize and appreciation of individual skills to strengthen team efforts and successes.
  
• How members build a respect for lifelong learning through quality education, competition, professional opportunities, and volunteerism.
  
• How SkillsUSA championships and activities promote innovative thinking to achieve personal and professional growth.
  
• How the dynamics of SkillsUSA programs and championships challenge individuals to adapt and achieve flexibility in various workplace situations.
  
• How SkillsUSA activities teach students the value of self-responsibility and the use of courage and candor to support team efforts in a helpful and productive way.
  
• How SkillsUSA creates an awareness of environmentally conscious industry practices that empower students to employ safe and sustainable work habits and ideals.