SkillsUSA Nebraska High School State Officer Application

SkillsUSA Nebraska High School State Officer Application
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State Officer Requirements
- Attendance of 75% or better at local chapter meetings and activities (every year)
- A vote is taken and recorded in minutes of the candidate’s local chapter to support the student in their application for state office.
- GPA of 2.5 or better on a 4.0 scale while a SkillsUSA member.
- Must have competed in a Leadership or Professional Skills competition at the high school state level prior or earned the Statesman Award at the Mid-America Conference to be eligible to run for State Officer Team.
I confirm and will verify upon request that I meet the State Officer Requirements.

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Mandatory Events (Dates Subject to Change):
- April 26 (alt. May 3) - Intro Meeting, All-day training, DISC, and team-building activities.
- May 27 - 30, 2025 - State Officer Leadership Academy (SOLA) – Camp Carol Joy Holling, Ashland
- June 23 – 27, 2025 National Leadership and Skills Conference (NLSC), Atlanta, GA
  - *NLSC attendance will be at the request of the State Advisor based on needs at NLSC.
  - Potential Officer Leverage Training June 20 - 22
- July 14-15, 2025 - *Advisor Training - TBD, Select Officers
- July 15-16, 2025 – State Officer Planning for Fall Leadership Conference – NDE-OB
- Monthly Zoom Meetings
- October 3, 2025 – SkillsUSA Fall Leadership East Conference (FLC) – CCC - Hastings.
  - 1.5 days out of school.
- October 10, 2025 – SkillsUSA Fall Leadership West Conference (FLC) – NECC Norfolk
  - 1.5 days out of school.
- October 22 - 26, 2025 or October 25 - 29 – Mid-America Leadership Conference (Mid-Am) – TBD
  - 2-3 days out of school.
- November 24, 2025 – Commissioner’s Recognition – Lincoln - State Capitol Rotunda (Recognition of National Champions from June 2025) *Attendance will be at the request of the State Advisor based on needs.
- December 10, 2025 – Middle School SkillsUSA East Conference – Omaha (Kroc Center) One-day
  - 1.5 days out of school.
- Feb. ?-? - Legislative Days
  - 2 days out of school.
- February 4, 2026 – Middle School SkillsUSA West Conference & State Planning – Grand Island One-day
  - 1.5-3 days out of school.
- April 7 - 11, 2026 – SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Championship (SLSC) – Grand Island
  - 3.5 days out of school.
I understand that serving as a SkillsUSA State Officer is a distinct honor and an exceptional opportunity afforded to only a select group of individuals. If elected, I am embracing a high school experience that is different from that of the average student. As such, I am fully committed to prioritizing mandatory SkillsUSA events above personal hobbies, athletic pursuits, and other school activities, ensuring that I fulfill my responsibilities with dedication and excellence.

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Personal Information
Name*

First NameLast Name
Date of Birth*

MonthDayYear
Date
Current Year in High School*
Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Email*
example@example.com
Social media profile names and #'s.
Failure to disclose profile names and #'s could result in dismissal from the State Officer Team or other disciplinary actions based on the code of conduct and Board of Directors discretion.
Polo Size*
T-shirt Size*
Do you own a SkillsUSA Red Blazer that fits?*
State Officers are required to be at different events across the state. Therefore, it is important that officers have transportation. Do you have a reliable method of getting across the state? In the box below, describe how you plan to travel to state officer events.*

Personal Preference Questionaire

Move as quickly as possible through this next section. Select from the dropdown list the statement that most describes you.

Each question should take you less than 15 seconds to answer. There are no "wrong" answers. Go with the one you feel the strongest about, are the most like, or your first responce that came to mind.
People often encourage me to:*
If there is something I really want, I would be likely to:*
I do not like:*
My choice would be to:*
When I’m doing something, I tend to:*
When I’m upset about something, I tend to:*
I want to:*
I think rules:*
When I’m with friends, I tend to be:*
When it comes to my room or space:*
I tend to be very:*
Honestly, sometimes I’m too:*
People often see me as:*
In a group, I tend to be:*
I can be:*
I am at my best when:*
When faced with something new, I:*
I finish what I start:*
I say things:*

What are your career objectives?*
List all the school activities you plan to participate in this year.*
What are your non-school-related hobbies or interests?*

What does "leadership" mean to you?
What do you hope to get out of being a SkillsUSA Nebraska State Officer?*
Watch the video (linked on "The Golden Circle: Why Does Apple Command Loyalty," then tell us your "Why" for wanting to be a SkillsUSA Nebraska State Officer. *

Upload a recent headshot in Official SkillsUSA Dress or Business-Like Attire.*

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Advisor Letter of Recommendation, Signed Acknowledgment of Commitment Form, Dress Code Acknowledgment.*

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Thank you for your interest in being a SkillsUSA Nebraska State officer. Because you indicated you are not able to meet the minimum requirements of a State Officer you are not eligible to complete the State Officer Application. If you have reached this screen in error and are able to meet the minimum requirements please start the application process over.

Thank you for submitting your State Officer Application. Start building your campaign. Remember to follow all campaign rules. May the odds ever be in your favor!
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SkillsUSA Nebraska High School State Officer Application

State Officer Requirements

Mandatory Events (Dates Subject to Change):

Personal Information

Your SkillsUSA Membership History

Personal Preference Questionaire