Winter (January) 2025 InBuckeye Magazine

BUCKEYE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT SHINES WITH CTSO STATE AND NATIONAL LEADERSHIP

BUCKEYE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL DISTRICT #33

BY DILLON ROSENBLATT

T he Buckeye Union High School District (BUHSD) continues to set a high standard for excellence in Career and Technical Education (CTE) by achieving an extraordinary milestone: having state and national officers serving in four of the five Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) offered in the district. These organizations include Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), HOSA–Future Health Professionals, SkillsUSA, and Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA). This remarkable accomplishment underscores the district’s commitment to fostering leadership, career readiness, and professional skills among its students. CTSOs play a vital role in CTE programs, offering students opportunities to develop leadership skills, apply technical knowledge, and participate in competitive events reflecting real-world scenarios. These organizations promote personal and professional growth, helping students build critical skills such as teamwork, communication, and problem- solving. Participation in CTSOs prepares students for both post-secondary education and the workforce while connecting them with industry leaders and valuable networking opportunities. “CTSO involvement plays a critical role within our district. It prepares students for success in their chosen career paths by offering opportunities to lead, collaborate, and compete at the highest levels. BUHSD students have embraced these opportunities with unparalleled dedication and have worked hard to earn prestigious leadership roles in their organizations. These six student leaders not only represent BUHSD but also serve as ambassadors for Arizona’s CTE programs on the state and national stages. BUHSD could not be more proud of them. Their accomplishments reflect the strength of our CTE programs and the unwavering commitment of our educators to prepare students for success beyond high school,” said Mike Neu, BUHSD CTE Director.

A COMMUNITY PASSIONATE ABOUT STUDENT SUCCESS

NOTABLE CTSO LEADERS

AWARD-WINNING DISTRICT HIGH-PERFORMING SCHOOLS

TUITION-FREE, FULL-DAY KINDER TUITION-FREE, C-STEM SCHOOL FULL AND HALF-DAY PRESCHOOL ART, MUSIC, PE, TECHNOLOGY OFFERED DAILY INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS 1:1 TECHNOLOGY FOR ALL STUDENTS BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE AVAILABLE

SADIE HAMMOND Estrella Foothills High School President-Elect for AZ HOSA

ASHLEY JUAREZ CARILLO Youngker High School

LEERABARI KPEA Buckeye Union High School State Historian for AZ SkillsUSA

Vice President of Program Development for AZ FCCLA

GROW WITH US!

LIZBETH ORTIZ Buckeye Union High School National-Western Region Vice President for FBLA and AZ FBLA Executive Vice President

ESTHER ANNA NSENGI Estrella Foothills High School Vice President of Media Relations for AZ FBLA

LESIRA KPEA Buckeye Union High School Vice President of Community Service & Alumni Relations for AZ FBLA.

The leadership and dedication of BUHSD’s CTSO officers inspire their peers and serve as a point of pride for the district. As they continue to lead and make an impact, they embody the core values of BUHSD. Congratulations to these exceptional student leaders for representing the district and shaping a brighter future for all!

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