Carthage High School Technology Student Association (TSA) students delivered an outstanding performance at the Texas TSA State Conference in Fort Worth, Texas, April 9–11, 2026, earning multiple top finishes, a scholarship honor, and national qualification in a premier team event. With many students competing in TSA for the first time and several taking on new events this year, these results reflect tremendous growth, courage, and hard work.
Chapter Team Places 3rd and Qualifies for Nationals
Carthage’s Chapter Team earned an impressive 3rd place at State, securing National Qualifier status. This event highlights leadership, planning, teamwork, and strong presentation skills, and the group’s success is a major milestone for the program.
Chapter Team Members:
Madelynn Pugh, Meira Dodda, Cooper Walters, Crosbie Walters, Micaelah Burns, and Elijah Emmons
Board Game Design Earns 7th Place
Carthage also earned a strong 7th-place finish in Board Game Design, where students are challenged to create a complete, original board game and present it professionally.
Board Game Design Team Members:
Elijah Emmons, Timothy Cocklin, Garrett Baldobino, Kable Parks, and Anthony Davis
Top 12 Finishes in Fashion Design and Children’s Stories
Carthage students rounded out an exceptional weekend with Top 12 finishes in two additional competitive events, demonstrating creativity, communication, and design excellence.
Fashion Design and Technology (Top 12):
Anastasia Dewberry, Ruby Laura, and Katie Brown
Children’s Stories (Top 12):
Crosbie Walters, Meira Dodda, and Madelynn Pugh
Scholarship Awarded by Texas TSA
Adding to the celebration, Averey Williams was awarded a CTAT scholarship by Texas TSA, recognizing academic promise and achievement.
A Standout Year for Growth and First-Time Competitors
This year’s results are especially meaningful because most of the students who attended the conference had never participated in TSA events before and/or competed in new events this year. Their willingness to step up, learn quickly, and perform at a high level speaks volumes about their work ethic and the strength of Carthage High School’s student leaders.
Carthage High School is proud of every student who represented the Bulldogs on the state stage. Congratulations to all of our TSA competitors, and a special recognition to our national qualifiers.
Carthage ISD extends a heartfelt thank you to all of our Career and Technical Education (CTE) teachers for their continued investment in our students and their futures. Their guidance, encouragement, and commitment to excellence play a vital role in creating opportunities like these for our students to succeed.
A special recognition goes to TSA sponsor Mrs. Shelby Foster for her leadership, support, and dedication to building a strong and thriving TSA program at Carthage High School. Her efforts continue to make a lasting impact on our students and our campus.
For more information about Carthage High School TSA, please contact sponsor Mrs. Shelby Foster at sfoster@carthageisd.org