Chapter calendar
Dates for some events are still being finalized. Check back often or contact us for the latest.
- AugFALL KICKOFFChapter
Meet & Greet and Officer Appointments
New and returning members meet, and student officers are appointed for the school year.
- Nov 102026Career event
Cenla Trades Day
A job-fair style event at Westside Regional Library where high school students explore building-industry careers. Full details →
- Nov 18–192026Regional partner event
SECO Career Expo
The Orchard Foundation’s Students Exploring Career Opportunities expo for area students, a great follow-up to Cenla Trades Day.
- FebFEB 5–7 WEEKENDCommunity
Mardi Gras Parade
Chapter students ride our decorated float and represent the trades in the community. Our parade date will be confirmed.
- Mar 12027Scholarships
Scholarship applications due
Written application, essay, and project due by 3:00 PM. Scholarship details →
- Apr 152027Scholarships
Scholarship recipients notified
Recipients and school administrators are notified by email.
- Spring2027 · DATE TO BE ANNOUNCEDFundraiser
Skeet & Scholars Classic
Our annual skeet shoot raises funds for chapter programs and student scholarships. Sponsors, teams, and spectators welcome.
- MayEND OF YEARChapter
Year-end wrap-up and crawfish boil
We celebrate the year’s accomplishments and send off our graduating seniors.
Skeet & Scholars Classic
This signature spring event brings together builders, businesses, and friends of the chapter for a day of friendly competition on the range, and every dollar supports local students.
Interested in sponsoring the event or fielding a team? We would love to talk.
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