10/12/2026
This year Columbus Career & College Academy 's SkillsUSA Chapter took a different approach to recruitment. They decided they would do a week of fun recruitment activities, followed by an interest meeting the following Monday. Recruitment week was held August 17 - August 21, 2026. Each day during lunch period, they had a table set up in the main hallway. They had their chapter President sit at the table along with a few other members.
On Monday, they had an info day during which pamphlets were handed out along with scavenger-hunt bingo cards. Students had the opportunity to ask any questions they had about SkillsUSA as well as sign up as interested.
On Tuesday, a taste test was held to draw in students to inquire about SkillsUSA. Homemade cookies along with store-bought cookies were placed on a platter, and students were asked to judge which they preferred.
On Wednesday, a photo booth was organized with props and frames. They enlisted a SkillsUSA member who competes in photography to take the photos. Frames were made by another student.
On Thursday, bingo cards were taken up, and prizes were handed out to the students who completed their cards.
On Friday, games were held, and prizes were given out once again. Students were informed of the meeting the following Monday.
These activities were conducted during the 3rd week of school, which gave students a chance to get back into the school routine before starting recruitment
Love this process!
