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Darlington County Institute of Technology will offer students the opportunity to participate in student organizations that are extensions of their curricular/career interests. These organizations provide opportunities for students to gain leadership experience, attend conferences throughout the state and nation, and compete against other students at the district, region, state, national, and international level. In addition to looking great on a student’s resumé, participation in these organizations also increases a student’s opportunities to receive special recognitions or scholarships. Students can join or compete in one or more of the following student organizations or competitive events:
DCIT AMBASSADOR is a new student organization for the 2009-2010 school year. Students who join this organization will speak with other students, parents, and the community at large regarding the programs offered at the Darlington County Institute of Technology.
Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) is for students interested in marketing. Areas of competition include Travel and Tourism, Marketing Management, Retail Merchandising, and Automotive Services Marketing. Students also operate the school store to gain experience in operating a business.
Xtreme Technology Event gives teams of students from North and South Carolina the opportunity to compete in physics, engineering, biology, chemistry, environmental science, mathematics, and computer science. Activities are designed to challenge and advance the thinking and problem solving abilities of participating students
Future Farmers of America (FFA) is for students interested in agriculture education. In addition to the soils competition, students attend state and national conferences and Legislative Day at the SC State House. They also host a local plant sale each year.
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is for students and professionals who are interested in business as a career. Areas of competition include Accounting, Business Law, Desktop Publishing, Entrepreneurship, and WebPage Design.
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) is for students interested in entering the medical field. Students participate in service projects, attend workshops on the latest developments in the health industry, and compete in areas such as Forensic Medicine, Veterinary Assisting, Medical Photography, and Physical Therapy.
National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) is an opportunity extended to students based on their overall GPA. Students must meet and maintain a high educational standard. Criteria are periodically reviewed in order to best recognize deserving students.
Printing Industries of the Americas (PICA) provides graphic communications students an opportunity to showcase their talent and creativity in photography and other areas of printing. This competition is for students throughout North and South Carolina.
SkillsUSA is open to all trade and industry students. Areas of competition include Auto Collision Repair, Automotive Technology, Carpentry, Computer Service Repair, Electricity, Graphics, Machine Tool Technology, Mechatronics, and Welding.
Virtual Enterprise allows students to trade goods and services on-line with other virtual enterprise schools. An annual state trade fair provides the opportunity to compete in areas such as Video Commercial, Catalog Design, Catalog Sales, and Professional Booth. They also showcase their skills to classmates and staff by hosting a Grand Opening.
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