Chapter Officer Leadership Training

September 15-17, 2025

Camp Widjiwagan | Antioch, TN

Chapter Officer Leadership Training (COLT) is a high-energy, collaborative leadership experience hosted by Tennessee’s Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs). Designed specifically for current and future local chapter officers, COLT provides hands-on training in leadership, teamwork, and chapter management. Through interactive workshops and teambuilding activities, student leaders leave COLT better prepared to lead their chapters, build strong teams, and make a lasting impact throughout the school year.

Conference Highlights

  • A group of students sitting in a row of chairs during a Chapter Management Session, taking notes.

    Chapter Management Sessions

    Student leaders will participate in interactive workshops focused on essential skills such as communication, goal setting, delegation, and chapter planning. These sessions are designed to equip officers with the tools needed to lead effectively throughout the year.

  • A group of students participating in a hands-on problem-solving activity.

    The Leadership Games

    Team-building activities create a fun and engaging environment for chapter officers to connect with one another, practice collaboration, and strengthen leadership abilities in an interactive camp setting.

  • A group of advisors and chaperones posing for a group photo.

    Advisor Learning & Collaboration

    Chapter advisors will attend professional learning sessions that focus on chapter support, program implementation, and advisor best practices. It’s also a valuable opportunity to network and share ideas with fellow educators.

Key Information

This event is open to DECA, FBLA, FCCLA, HOSA, SkillsUSA, and TSA chapter officers and leaders.

Cost

  • Registration: $200 per person ​(includes lodging, meals, supplies, activities, and t-shirt)

Important Dates

  • August 13 | Registration Opens

  • August 15 | Registration Closes

  • August 29 | Payment Deadline

  • August 29 | Chapter Certification Form Deadline

  • September 15-17 | Chapter Officer Leadership Training

Get Involved

  • A chapter advisor taking a photo of their chapter officers at the event.

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