Needed Contest chairs for SkillsUSA MT SLSC 2026

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Roberta Tilleman

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Dec 3, 2025, 6:20:14 PM (14 days ago) Dec 3

to SkillsUSA, Tyrell Bumgardner, Loren Lane

Dear SkillsUSA Advisors,

I hope your school year is going well! As we begin preparing for our upcoming State Leadership and Skills Conference, I’m reaching out to ask for your help in filling several important contest roles. Your support—and the support of your networks—makes all the difference in ensuring our contests run smoothly and professionally.

We currently have a few contests that require Technical Chairs, as they are more involved and need someone who can help plan and manage contest logistics. We also have several other contests that only need a Lead Judge. These lead judges do not need to plan the contest; they simply act as my main point of contact and help make sure contest-day operations run smoothly. This helps tremendously, as it keeps me from trying to be in 15 places at once and ensures each contest has a dependable leader on-site.

If you know anyone—industry partners, community members, retired professionals, a teacher wanting to check out SkillsUSA or even colleagues—who might be a great fit for one of these roles, please pass along my contact information and ask them to reach out to me directly. I would truly appreciate the support.

Advisors, you are also welcome to serve as a lead judge or technical chair, even if you have students competing. The Professional Development Test levels the playing field so that your involvement will not affect scoring or the final placement of contestants.

Perks of Being a Lead Judge for SkillsUSA Montana:

Complimentary vendor table at our Industry Expo $200 value
Free lunch, dinner, or both depending on your contest schedule
Volunteer hour certificate available upon request
Free judges’ gift as a thank-you for your time and expertise
Meaningful impact by giving back and helping Montana close the skills gap
If you are an advisor- Complimentary Registration fee $75 value

Thank you all for everything you do for SkillsUSA and your students. Your commitment is what keeps our organization strong and our contests meaningful. If you can think of anyone who may be interested, please encourage them to call or email me—I’d be grateful for any help you can provide.

Warm regards,

Roberta

April 7-9, 2026

Technical Chair needed:

Chapter business Procedure

Opening & Closing Ceremonies contest

Job Interview

Quiz Bowl

Lead Judges needed:

Chapter Display

Job Skills Demo

Medical Math