{"id":1118,"date":"2019-05-24T12:08:35","date_gmt":"2019-05-24T16:08:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bpabackup.wpengine.com\/state\/?page_id=1118"},"modified":"2025-01-10T15:10:31","modified_gmt":"2025-01-10T21:10:31","slug":"frequently-asked-questions","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bpa.org\/texas\/frequently-asked-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"Frequently Asked Questions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"cs-content\" class=\"cs-content\"><div class=\"x-section e1118-e1 mv2-0 mv2-1 mv2-2\"><div class=\"x-bg\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"x-bg-layer-lower-image\"><\/div><div class=\"x-bg-layer-upper-image\" data-x-element-bg-layer=\"{&quot;parallaxSize&quot;:&quot;150%&quot;,&quot;parallaxDir&quot;:&quot;h&quot;,&quot;parallaxRev&quot;:false}\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-container max width e1118-e2 mv2-5 mv2-6\"><div class=\"x-column x-sm x-1-1 e1118-e3 mv2-8\"><h1  class=\"h-custom-headline h2\" style=\"color: hsl(0, 0%, 100%);\"><span>Frequently Asked Questions<\/span><\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-section e1118-e5 mv2-0 mv2-2 mv2-3\"><div class=\"x-container max width e1118-e6 mv2-5 mv2-7\"><div class=\"x-column x-sm x-1-1 e1118-e7 mv2-8\"><h2  class=\"h-custom-headline h2\" ><span>Membership and Membership Dues<\/span><\/h2><div  class=\"x-accordion\" ><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec6448a\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6448a\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec6448a\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>How much are membership dues for the current year?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec6448a\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6448a\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec6448a\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p>Texas has several membership options and divisions. Membership dues include state and national dues and are paid directly to nationals.<\/p>\n<p>Middle level (Grades 6-8): $16<\/p>\n<p>Secondary (Grades 9-12): $22<\/p>\n<p>Associate (Grades 9-12): $20\u00a0\u00a0(The Associate Division is designated for students with Special Population designations. Beginning the 2021-22 membership year, Associate students will have access to all competitive events. The benefit of this division is that students compete in a smaller group setting to provide a greater opportunity of success.) <a href=\"https:\/\/bpa.org\/texas\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/28\/2021\/07\/Associate-Division-Updated.pdf\">Associate Division Guidelines<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Post-Secondary (College\/University or Technical School): $21\u00a0 Note: A special offer is extended to our Post-Secondary students to assist us as judges at the state and national levels. To support their endeavors, Texas BPA will waive SLC registration fees if Post-Secondary members fulfill duties as judges during SLC.<\/p>\n<p>Virtual Membership: $25 available for Middle Level, Secondary and Post-Secondary Levels. This membership option is available to any student who does not have access to a BPA chapter at their school. Membership in the Texas Virtual chapter allows members to participate in all programs and have access to competitions. Registration for competitions are at an additional cost.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec644bb\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec644bb\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec644bb\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>Where do I submit membership dues?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec644bb\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec644bb\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec644bb\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p><span>Membership dues are processed online at <a href=\"http:\/\/register.bpa.org\">register.bpa.org\u00a0<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>Go to this website and review the membership procedures and online registration section. You will need a username and password to access the system.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Once your invoice is generated, you will send your dues to:<\/p>\n<p>Business Professionals of America<br \/>\nNATIONAL CENTER<br \/>\nP.O. Box 729<br \/>\nWesterville, Ohio 43086<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec6452a\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6452a\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec6452a\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>What if I don't remember my username or password to register my students and advisors for membership?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec6452a\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6452a\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec6452a\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p><span>Visit\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/register.bpa.org\">register.bpa.org<\/a><span> and click the \"Forgot Password\" button. You can also email the state advisor for a quick reset of your password.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>If you are a new chapter, click on the red \"New Chapter Request\" button to complete the necessary information to obtain your username and password.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec64541\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64541\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec64541\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>How do I enter myself as an advisor and pay?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec64541\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64541\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec64541\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p>You are automatically entered by way of being a chapter advisor. You will see your name at the top of the first invoice you create for your chapter in the online membership registration system. When you login to the membership registration system at<span><a href=\"http:\/\/register.bpa.org\"> register.bpa.org<\/a>,<\/span>\u00a0if you do not see your name list in the \u201cAdvisors\u201d box in the upper-right corner of the page, you may click the \u201cAdd\/Edit\u201d link to add additional advisors. Alternatively, you can click this link to delete advisors as well.<\/p>\n<p>NOTE: Advisors who oversee multiple chapters will be invoiced on only one dues invoice.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec64552\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64552\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec64552\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>When is the deadline for membership dues?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec64552\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64552\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec64552\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p><span>The deadline for membership is February 15. However, regional competitions are in January and their registration dates are usually in November or December. Please be mindful of these deadlines.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec64562\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64562\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec64562\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>Where do I mail my membership dues payment?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec64562\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64562\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec64562\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p><span>Please submit a copy of your invoice along with your payment to:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span> Business Professionals of America<br \/>\nP. O. Box 729<br \/>\nWesterville, OH 43086. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Please ensure that your business office has the correct address and that they mail a copy of the invoice with the check to ensure that it is credited correctly. It is recommended that if you are submitting a PO, that you request that the membership check be sent to you so that you can mail the check directly to Nationals. Please keep a copy of the check and the invoice to assist us if we need to track payments.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec64570\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64570\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec64570\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>Can I pay for my membership dues by credit card?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec64570\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64570\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec64570\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p>Yes. You may pay via credit card.<\/p>\n<p>Follow the instructions on the membership website to complete the transaction.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec64583\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64583\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec64583\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>How can I add, edit, and remove students?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec64583\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64583\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec64583\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p><span>Membership names can only be swapped on a membership list within five (5) business days of submitting an invoice. This is stated on the national invoice and in the pop-up window that appears before an invoice is submitted. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>If it is beyond those five days, the original student\u2019s name must remain on the list and membership dues payment is required for that student. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span>As it relates to the student who you would have added onto your membership roster, you can always add additional members before the deadline by creating a new invoice.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Because of this strict policy, it is highly recommended that you do not enter members into the system until you have received their dues. Students will often change their mind about joining and that will leave you, and your chapter, stuck with the cost of their membership.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec64592\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64592\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec64592\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>How do I correct the spelling of a student?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec64592\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64592\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec64592\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p>In order to fix any students\u2019 names that are misspelled, please complete the following steps:<\/p>\n\n<ol>\n \t<li>Login to the membership system online at <a href=\"http:\/\/register.bpa.org\">register.bpa.org<\/a><\/li>\n \t<li>Click the \u201cEnter\/View Your Members\u201d link<\/li>\n \t<li>Click the \u201cList All Members\u201d button<\/li>\n \t<li>Locate the student whose name is misspelled then click the \u201cName Spelling Correction Request\u201d next to that person\u2019s name.<\/li>\n \t<li>Fill out the name correction form and push the \u201cSubmit\u201d button<\/li>\n \t<li>Wait for the confirmation message, within several business days, to confirm that the change has been made<\/li>\n<\/ol><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-container max width e1118-e19 mv2-5 mv2-7\"><div class=\"x-column x-sm x-1-1 e1118-e20 mv2-8\"><h2  class=\"h-custom-headline h2\" ><span>Starting a Chapter<\/span><\/h2><div  class=\"x-accordion\" ><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec645eb\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec645eb\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec645eb\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>Is it too late to start a chapter this year?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec645eb\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec645eb\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec645eb\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\">Our membership year begins September 1. The deadline for student membership is February 15. You can open a chapter at any time so that you can begin planning for the next year and to ensure that you are on our mailing lists.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec645ff\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec645ff\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec645ff\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>How do I start or reactivate a chapter?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec645ff\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec645ff\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec645ff\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p>You can apply for a new chapter by going to register.bpa.org and clicking on the \"New Chapter Request\" button.<\/p>\n<p>The National Center may reach out to you if there is already a chapter at your school to see if you are replacing another advisor or if you are looking to create a second chapter at your school. If you know that you are replacing another teacher, you can contact Diana Weber @ mrsweberbpa@gmail.com to update the chapter contact information and connect you to the advisor resources.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec6460d\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6460d\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec6460d\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>Is there a training session for learning about BPA?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec6460d\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6460d\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec6460d\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\">National BPA offers a Student Member Certification Series and an Advisor Certification Series that provides a great way to learn about the organization and all of the programs we have to offer. It also provides for sharing contacts and networking with others within the organization. You can access it through the BPA Gateway at <a href=\"http:\/\/members.bpa.org\">members.bpa.org<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-container max width e1118-e26 mv2-5 mv2-7\"><div class=\"x-column x-sm x-1-1 e1118-e27 mv2-8\"><h2  class=\"h-custom-headline h2\" ><span>Torch Awards Program<\/span><\/h2><div  class=\"x-accordion\" ><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec6467d\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6467d\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec6467d\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>When is the deadline for submitting our Torch Awards application or resume?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec6467d\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6467d\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec6467d\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\">Torch Award deadlines vary at the Regional level. Contact your Regional Advisor for deadlines. The Statesman deadline is February 6 at 11:59 pm. Advisors must approve and submit activities in order for points to be considered. The Ambassador deadline is April 1 at 10:59 pm.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec64694\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64694\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec64694\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>Where do I submit my Torch Awards application or resume?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec64694\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64694\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec64694\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\">Submit your Torch Awards through the online system. A chapter reviewer or advisor must approve the points and submit them for review in order for them to be considered.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec646a6\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646a6\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec646a6\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>How far back can I claim activities in the Torch Awards Program?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec646a6\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646a6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec646a6\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p><span>Members can count all activities they participated in while a member of Business Professionals of America. For example, if a senior has been a member for four years, he\/she can count activities done during those four years. This includes activities done during the summer. Furthermore, if someone is a freshman, they can only claim activities since they joined BPA not activities prior to that time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Once the Ambassador Torch Award is received, the points reset and members must begin again. You can earn the Ambassador Award each year if all requirements are met.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec646b4\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646b4\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec646b4\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>How frequently can I claim a particular activity?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec646b4\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646b4\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec646b4\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\">The number in parentheses indicates the number of times an item can be used on the same r\u00e9sum\u00e9. As long as it is for different events, it can be used multiple times.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec646c2\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646c2\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec646c2\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>Do the Torch Awards points carry over from one year to the next if I want to apply for the award again?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec646c2\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646c2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec646c2\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p><span>Many chapters allow their members to apply for the same award a following year. Members may carry over a limited number of points in each category, but a majority of the points must be for new activities. NOTE: Students who have obtained their ambassador award in a previous school year must start over at zero points.<\/span><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec646d0\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646d0\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec646d0\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>How do I find out why I was rejected for the Diplomat and\/or Statesman Award?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec646d0\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646d0\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec646d0\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p>When the student logs on to their r\u00e9sum\u00e9 online, he\/she will see the reason the application was rejected. Advisors can also see the reason their student(s) r\u00e9sum\u00e9 was rejected.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec646dd\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646dd\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec646dd\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>If I am rejected for the Diplomat Award may I still apply for the Statesman and\/or Ambassador Award?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec646dd\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646dd\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec646dd\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p>If your application\/submission for the Diplomat Award is rejected, you may still apply for the Statesman and\/or Ambassador Award.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec646eb\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646eb\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec646eb\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>Do I have to receive the Statesman Award before I get the Ambassador Award?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec646eb\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646eb\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec646eb\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\">You do not have to receive the award from one level before applying for the next level. Members can apply for and receive the awards in any order they wish.<\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec646fa\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646fa\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec646fa\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>If I need assistance with administering the Torch Awards program at my chapter, who can I contact?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec646fa\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec646fa\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec646fa\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><div class=\"sqs-block markdown-block sqs-block-markdown\" data-block-type=\"44\" id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_5_1507288527551_25668\">\n<div class=\"sqs-block-content\">\n<p>For questions about your Statesman Torch Award resume, you can contact Susan McKrell at mattie.mckrell@gmail.com<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" id=\"block-yui_3_17_2_5_1507288527551_25030\">\n<div class=\"sqs-block-content\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"x-container max width e1118-e39 mv2-5 mv2-7\"><div class=\"x-column x-sm x-1-1 e1118-e40 mv2-8\"><h2  class=\"h-custom-headline h2\" ><span>Miscellaneous Questions<\/span><\/h2><div  class=\"x-accordion\" ><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec6474b\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6474b\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec6474b\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>Where do I find the guidelines for the state theme graphic and trading pin contests?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec6474b\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6474b\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec6474b\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p>These guidelines are posted online under Opportunities.<\/p>\n<p>T-Shirt Design Contest--Design our t-shirt that will be used at the State Leadership Conference and worn to our Friday night Special Event.<\/p>\n<p>Pin Design Contest--Design our Texas trading pins that are used for pin trading at the National Leadership Conference.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec6475c\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6475c\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec6475c\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>What is the Merit Scholar test?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec6475c\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6475c\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec6475c\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><span>The Merit Scholar test recognizes individual members and advisors for their knowledge of Business Professionals of America and motivates all members and advisors to learn as much as possible about the history, traditions, programs, and activities of the organization. Any dues-paid state member or advisor attending the state leadership conference is automatically registered to take this test. It can be taken at the State Leadership Conference during the Open Events.<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec6476a\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6476a\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec6476a\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>How can I remain involved in BPA after graduation?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec6476a\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec6476a\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec6476a\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p>After graduating from high school, your BPA journey can continue in college. We do have a Post-Secondary division and you can start a chapter at your college. If you are not able to start a chapter or if one is not available at your university, you can also join the Texas Virtual Post-Secondary chapter. Post-Secondary students can still compete in all events as secondary and even have a few additional ones available. In Texas, we love our Post-Secondary members and encourage them to assist us as judges at RLC and SLC and we are even willing to waive your registration fees if you can commit to assisting us.<\/p>\n<p>After college, we still need you!<\/p>\n<p>Alumni members help at the various conferences as contest administrators, proctors, graders, judges, and more. In addition, alumni members are involved with assisting current members at the local chapter level. Membership in the alumni division is free to any and all past BPA members or anyone interested in volunteering to help at our events. You can join the National Alumni Association and stay connected.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div  class=\"x-accordion-group\" ><div class=\"x-accordion-heading\"><a id=\"tab-69de9eec64779\" class=\"x-accordion-toggle collapsed\" role=\"tab\" data-x-toggle=\"collapse-b\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64779\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"panel-69de9eec64779\"><i class='x-framework-icon x-shortcode-accordion-icon' data-x-icon-s='&#x2b;' aria-hidden=true><\/i><span>Are Virtual Events conducted at the regional level and do they count towards the number of events a student can compete in?<\/span><\/a><\/div><div id=\"panel-69de9eec64779\" class=\"x-accordion-body x-collapsed\" role=\"tabpanel\" data-x-toggle-collapse=\"1\" data-x-toggleable=\"69de9eec64779\" aria-hidden=\"true\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-69de9eec64779\"><div class=\"x-accordion-inner\"><p><span>Virtual events are neither conducted at nor associated with regional competition. In addition, they do NOT count as one of the student's two main events. 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