SkillsUSA is a national student organization for secondary and post secondary students, instructors and members of business and industry enrolled in or associated with trade, industrial, and technical education programs. Currently, the California Department of Education provides staff for training the national officers elected each year, assisting in administrative duties at the state conference, as well as coordinating construction contests and leadership events at the state conference.
Resources
California Association
of SkillsUSA (Outside Source)
California Association of Skills USA Program Summary
National SkillsUSA (Outside Source)
Calendar of Events
| Date(s) | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
April 23-26, 2009 |
SkillsUSA State Conference | Fresno, CA |
June 22-26, 2009 |
National Leadership and Skills Conference | Kansas City, MO |
June 2009 |
Board of Directors Meeting | Kansas City, MO |
July 2009 |
National Officer Training | Virginia |
August 12-15, 2009 |
State Directors Meeting | South Carolina |
September 19-23, 2009 |
Washington Leadership Training Institute | Herndon, VA |
December 2009 |
National and State Registration Due | National Skills USA Web site (Outside Source) |
January-February 2010 |
Regional Contests | Varies by Region |
Contact Information
SkillsUSA is administered by:
California Department of Education
Secondary, Postsecondary, and Adult Leadership Division
Regional Occupational Centers
and Programs and Workforce Development Unit
1430 N Street, Suite 4503
Sacramento, CA 95814
Dennis J. Guido, Education I Administrator
916-322-5050
dguido@cde.ca.gov
Dara Dubois, Education Programs Consultant
SkillsUSA State Director
916-445-7754
ddubois@cde.ca.gov
