• The interest in and support for CTSOs derives from their role in working to foster the career, leadership, and personal development of CTE students. These basic goals are reflected in CTSO operations and activities. Leadership skills are fostered by encouraging students to participate in chapter planning and decision making, as well as running for chapter offices. Fund-raising and community service are common activities that help build team spirit and individual initiative. In addition, local, regional, state, and national contests serve as "vocational skill Olympics."