Student Officer Team

Hey PA-TSA! I'm Pranav Behal (pronounced "Pruh-nah-vuh"), and I have the absolute honor of serving as your State President this year. I'm a senior at Cumberland Valley High School, and sadly, this is my seventh and final year in TSA. Although my favorite event changes every year, my all-time favorite has to be Off the Grid. When I'm not busy perfecting every detail of my TSA work, you can find me at the gym, building websites and apps, or working on my own business. I absolutely love making things that people find useful - shoutout to everyone who used the PA-TSA States App! As your State President, I'm so excited to lead SOT 49 in serving you all this year. We're already hard at work and have many exciting initiatives, resources, reels, and more we can't wait to share! Two personal goals I have for this year are to improve the member experience at Regionals and States, and to meet even more of you! I also encourage you to get involved in some way this year - join a committee, run for chapter office, or email a State Officer with your ideas. TSA has so many opportunities waiting for you; you just have to seek them out. I am so honored to continue serving you all, and I hope to make your PA-TSA experience one to remember. Always feel free to reach out to me at sot_president@patsa.org. It doesn't matter if you have questions, feedback, ideas, or anything else - I'd love to hear from you! Best of luck this year - I can't wait to see everything you'll accomplish, and I'm looking forward to making even more amazing memories with you all!

Hey PA-TSA! I'm Boushra Youssef (pronounced "Bush-ra"), and I'm elated to serve as your State Vice President. I'm currently a senior at Cumberland Valley High School in Region 3, and this is my fifth and final year in TSA, which I'm excited to make the most memorable yet. My favorite event has never been consistent, but my top ones are Promotional Design and PA Medical Technology. When TSA isn't taking over my schedule, you'll likely find me organizing service projects and planning meetings as my school's UNICEF President, spreading school spirit through Student Council, advocating for humanitarian causes, exploring new graphic design tools, trying to learn to crochet, or in the kitchen cooking and baking whatever I'm craving that day. As your Vice President, I'm excited to meet you, hear your ideas, and see the spark you bring to TSA. I look forward to working with Jaden, your State Sergeant at Arms, as we lead the Regional Representatives Committee to plan meaningful regional initiatives, promote statewide programs that support your growth, and create special interest sessions that help you explore what inspires you. The creativity and drive you bring to TSA motivates me every day, and I'm committed to helping Chapter Representatives amplify that excitement in every TSA chapter across Pennsylvania. Don't ever hesitate to reach out to me at sot_vice_president@patsa.org with any questions, ideas, or just to connect! I'm looking forward to an amazing year with all of you!

Hey PA TSA! My name is Olivia Smith (Pronounced "Oh-liv-ee-uh") and I'm so excited to serve as your State Secretary! I'm currently a Junior at Downingtown East High School, and I'm in my 5th year of TSA. My favorite event is Transportation Modeling, but Architectural Design is definitely a close second! Outside of TSA, you would probably find me at the gym, hanging out with my friends, or traveling to new places! I also volunteer at my local retirement home, and take part in my school track team. My ultimate goal one day is to be either an Architect or Civil Engineer, so I'm currently learning how to make that happen! As your Secretary, I chair the Outreach Committee, and focus on getting more sponsorships and judges for our regional and state conferences. This year, I'm most looking forward to talking to more members at our conferences, and getting to know the delegation as a whole! If you have any questions, concerns, or just want to talk, feel free to contact me at sot_secretary@patsa.org. I can't wait to continue helping PA-TSA improve!

Hey PA-TS! My name is Zoe George (pronounced ZOH-ee), and I am incredibly excited and honored to serve as your PA-TSA State Treasurer! I am currently a senior at Boyertown Area Senior High School, and this is my sixth and, sadly, final year in TSA. My favorite competitive event has changed almost every year, but right now Engineering Design is at the top of my list. Outside of TSA, you'll usually find me competing with my school's varsity track and field team, playing the viola, waterskiing, or working on my family farm. As State Treasurer, I am excited to help chapters strengthen their fundraising efforts while increasing awareness of the American Red Cross. I also have the privilege of leading the NSP Committee (National Service Project!), which is always looking for new students with fresh ideas to help create fundraising resources, develop service initiatives, and spread awareness! If you ever have questions, ideas, or just want to say hello, I'd love to hear from you! Please feel free to reach out anytime at sot_treasurer@patsa.org. I can't wait to meet all of you this year, and I'm excited to see what we can accomplish together! Stay curious!

Hey PA-TSA! My name is Trisha Serai (pronounced "Trish-uh") and I am beyond excited to serve as your State Reporter this year. I'm a junior at Harriton High School, and this is my sixth year in TSA. My favorite events have definitely changed over the years, but right now I love Prepared Presentation. Outside of TSA, you can find me swimming, tutoring kids around my neighborhood, or volunteering at my local hospital. As your State Reporter, I can't wait to design and post content on the PA-TSA Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. Make sure to follow so you don't miss out! If you love graphic design or are looking for a way to get into it, I would be so happy to have you this year on the Communications and Promotions Committee (CAPC), which I co-chair alongside our State Historian, Sophia. Don't hesitate to reach out to me at sot_reporter@patsa.org with any questions, concerns, or just to chat! I can't wait to see all the wonderful things we create together this year!

Hey PA-TSA! My name is Jaden Tan (pronounced "JAY-den") and I am ecstatic to serve as your State Sergeant-at-Arms! I am currently a junior at Harriton High School, and I am in my fourth year of TSA. Although these events are very different, my favorite events are On Demand Video and Structural Design and Engineering. If I am not stressing over low density balsa wood, you can catch me playing piano, serving as my school's treasurer, or editing videos for fun. As Sergeant-at-Arms, I have the honor of co-chairing the Regional Representatives Committee (RR) with our State Vice President, Boushra. I also co-chair the Conference Sessions and Activities Committee (CSAC) with our State Parliamentarian, Max. I cannot wait to work with members in helping plan our regional conferences and design special interest sessions at the State Conference. If you're interested in planning and leading special interest sessions at States, be sure to join CSAC! Feel free to reach out to me at sot_sergeant_at_arms@patsa.org with any questions, ideas, or if you just want to chat! I'm looking forward to meeting you all throughout this year and seeing what amazing things our delegation will accomplish!

Hi PA-TSA! My name is Sophia Seidel (pronounced "soh-FEE-uh") and I'm thrilled to be serving as your State Historian this year. I'm a senior at State College Area High School and this is my sixth and final year in TSA. My favorite events are Children's Stories and Chapter Team! When I'm not going crazy over TSA, you can find me kickboxing, working as a bobarista, or sewing my next fit. As your Historian, I'm looking forward to showcasing members and creating engaging content on our Pennsylvania TSA Facebook, Youtube, and Instagram pages. If you are interested in contributing to PA-TSA's social media and collaborating with members across the state, I encourage you to apply to the Communications and Promotions Committee (CAPC), which I chair alongside our State Reporter, Trisha. Feel free to reach out to me at sot_historian@patsa.org with any questions, ideas, or just to say hi. I can't wait to meet you all throughout the year and wish everyone the best of luck this TSA season!

Hey PA-TSA! My name is Maximilian Wendekier (pronounced mak-suh-MIL-yuhn), but feel free to just call me Max! I am jazzed to be serving as your State Parliamentarian this year. Currently, I am a senior at Cambria Heights High School, with this being my sixth and ultimate year in TSA. My favorite events are Data Science & Analytics and Audio Podcasting. Outside of my TSA hustle, you can find me researching economic/political influence upon public health, playing the tenor saxophone or bagpipes, volunteering in my community, or taking an interest in current events, politics, government, and philosophy. I also enjoy getting out in nature, whether it be gardening, going for a hike, or running. As your Parliamentarian, my main focus will be to promote the education of and skill development within parliamentary procedure. Additionally, I hope to not only promote open discussion and debate upon bylaws and amendments, but connect PA-TSA members with experts in parliamentary procedure. On another note, I have the pleasure of co-chairing the Conference Sessions and Activities Committee (CSAC) with your State Sergeant-At-Arms, Jaden; planning and leading special interest sessions at States can be a blast, so don’t hesitate to join! As always, feel free to reach out at sot_parliamentarian@patsa.org with any questions, comments, or concerns. I’m spirited for this year, as we move Forward to Fifty!