Russell County High School
Marlei DeVore, a senior at Russell County High School, has been an active member of TSA since her freshman year. She has served as both her chapter’s treasurer and president, playing a key role in leading her team and supporting chapter growth. Her dedication and passion for the organization led to her election as Kentucky TSA State Treasurer for 2024–2025 and later as State President for 2025–2026. Through TSA, Marlei has strengthened her leadership, teamwork, and communication skills while forming lasting friendships that extend beyond the classroom.
Outside of TSA, Marlei is a strong leader in her school and community. She serves as senior class president, is a member of the student council, and founded her school’s National Technical Honor Society. Her involvement also includes HOSA, FCA, Art Club, and the Robot Gladiator League. A lifelong swimmer, Marlei joined the varsity team in seventh grade and now serves as team captain.
Beyond academics and athletics, Marlei works as a lifeguard, enjoys spending time outdoors, and is a proud dog mom to her mini schnauzer, Boo, and her mini goldendoodle, Luna. She is an active member of Russell Springs First Baptist Church and has participated in mission trips to Nepal and Uganda, where she served others through outreach and community projects.
Marlei’s favorite TSA event is Fashion Design and Technology, as it allows her to combine creativity and collaboration to bring innovative ideas to life. Passionate about serving others and inspiring future leaders, she looks forward to continuing her journey with Kentucky TSA, bringing enthusiasm, purpose, and vision to the organization’s future.
Woodford County High School
Faith Ann Davis is a Senior at Woodford County High School. Though TSA has been a part of her life since the day she was born, she officially became a member in 6th grade and has loved every moment since. She has discovered her passion for leadership, engineering, technology, teaching, problem solving, hands-on learning, teamwork, and many other experiences through TSA.
She has attended over 20 TSA conferences throughout her life, while making some of her greatest memories. Her most significant being making some of her best friends, having amazing mentors, winning 1st place at Nationals, chartering her chapter, riding a plane for the first time, becoming a state officer, staying up late having fun with her chapter, winning competition awards, meeting people who share the same interests, discovering her passions for her future career, and meeting people from across the nation and around the world. TSA has truly changed Faith Ann’s life and given her memories that will last a lifetime. In the future, she hopes to work in engineering and/or be a high school engineering teacher and TSA advisor.
Apart from TSA, Faith Ann is involved in a variety of school and community activities. Whether it’s FFA (Future Farmers of America), FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes), G.E.M.S. (Girls in Engineering Math and Science), STLP (Student Technology Leadership Program), Educators Rising, Praise Band, refereeing soccer, or working and volunteering at church, she’s always doing something. In her spare time, Faith Ann enjoys spending time with her friends, watching movies, being with her family, singing, going to soccer games, going to Chuy’s, and eating cheese, her favorite food.
In addition to State Vice President, Faith Ann has served as the 2024-2025 KYTSA State President, 2023-2024 KYTSA State Reporter, the WCHS TSA Chapter President for the past four years, a 2025 Central KYTSA Regional Officer, a 2024 Central KYTSA Regional Officer, and the 2023 Central KYTSA Regional Vice President. Faith Ann led the charge for getting TSA established at WCHS and competing in their first ever region, state and national conferences. She enjoys taking on leadership roles and helping TSA members. She also loves the many STEM and leadership based competitions TSA offers. Some of her favorite events are Technology Problem Solving and Future Technology and Engineering Teacher. Many of her competitions and overall time and dedication to TSA have provided her with great opportunities and achievements. Additionally, Faith Ann’s skill set has grown enormously since becoming a member of TSA. She has acquired many skills in leadership, the ability to take action, public speaking, communication, critical thinking, confidence, hard work, and overall life skills through her TSA experiences. Not only has she learned and acquired these skills to better her future career but also to better her as a person. TSA has shaped Faith Ann’s personality, given her a sense of community, along with the ability to discover who she is and help others discover themselves along their own TSA journeys.
Eminence High School
Caitlyn is a senior at Eminence High School and is currently the KYTSA secretary. Caitlyn has been a member of TSA for five years and a chapter officer for 4. Caitlyn participates in TSA to improve her leadership, collaboration, and STEM skills. Her favorite competition is leadership because of the unique prompts. Caitlyn has learned through TSA the importance of opportunities in STEM and outreach to new members. Caitlyn chose to run for state office after coming to realize the profound impact of TSA across Kentucky. Caitlyn hopes to use her time as KYTSA secretary to help spread and improve KYTSA.
Outside of TSA Caitlyn is a member of Senior Beta, the Student Technology Leadership Program, National Honor Society, Girls Who Code, EHS chorus, Eminence Christian Church, varsity archery, and Kentucky Student Voice Team, while also serving as the Varsity dance team captain and SBDM student representative. Caitlyn loves to give back to her community and is also involved in the Eminence Christian Church food pantry and EHS Dance Blue programs. Caitlyn also enjoys reading, cooking, crocheting, and camping.
Caitlyn plans to study Public Policy or Political Science in college. She eventually wants to work on policy in D.C. and continue her advocacy as a career through politics. Caitlyn is thrilled to be the KYTSA secretary and is always looking for ways to improve the KYTSA experience for everyone!
Campbell County High School
Serving as our current Kentucky TSA State Treasurer is Oliver Victor, a junior at Campbell County High School (CCHS), who initially joined TSA his freshman year while in search of a community where he could further explore his STEM interests among like-minded people. So far, Oliver has attended 9 TSA conferences, and placed 6th in Biotechnology Design at the 2024 Orlando Nationals Conference. He has also competed and placed in Tech Bowl, UAV, and Video Game Design competitions at various levels. Competing in a variety of events like these has shown him the boundless possibilities within TSA, and was something that spurred him to take a larger leadership role inside the organization.
Before taking his current role as the CCHS TSA President and State Treasurer, Oliver was the CCHS Sergeant at Arms and a NKYTSA Officer. Now, leading his chapter, he coordinates competition teams, manages fundraisers and chapter funding, and leads meetings, and at the state level, he has pursued the processes of revamping the KYTSA website and organizing better communication prior to and during conferences.
Beyond TSA, Oliver is a dedicated advocate for STEM, leading the Math Team as president, placing 2nd at the O’Brian Mathematics competition, worked to bring the AMC (American Mathematics Competition) back to his school this year, and is a graduate of PROMYS, a 6 week collegiate mathematics program at Boston University where he studied under talented mathematicians, learned a diverse array of subjects, undertook and presented lab research, and befriended impassioned math students from around the world. Aside from mathematical research, he is working on other research projects to compete in science and engineering fairs, with the current goal of competing at ISEF this upcoming year. Furthermore, he is a dedicated member of his school's academic team, playing in Varsity Quick Recall as well as competing in a variety of tests at the regional and state levels. His academic course load this year involves 5 Advanced Placement classes, which he reports takes up much time within and outside of school, but is more than worth the trouble for the experience!
Some more commitments of his are the times he has spent volunteering in the ER and microbiology lab at the Edgewood Saint Elizabeth hospital, his production and selling of 3D printed models for fundraising and profit, and his participation and fundraising in the HOSA, Chemistry, and NHS (National Honors Society) Clubs at his school. Outside of STEM, Oliver was a member of the CCHS Marching Band, where he controlled synthesizers and audio with team TRON, and the CCHS Percussion Ensemble, where he played songs on the snare and marimba. As for other music, he is an avid piano player, having performed with an ensemble and as a soloist in front of live audiences, and has occasionally played guitar and drum kit.
In his spare time, Oliver loves exploring outdoors, playing all types of games, reading, writing, climbing, building things, working out, and, of course, annoying his friends and family. After graduation, he plans to study physics and engineering with the goal of one day working as a particle, quantum, or nuclear engineer/physicist and hopes to one day be able to create his product and lead through entrepreneurship. Oliver holds many goals, but with determination and diligence, he has a bright future waiting ahead of him!
Morgan County High School
Sophie Johnston is a junior at Morgan County High School and proudly serves as the 2025–2026 Kentucky TSA State Reporter. She also leads locally as the Morgan County TSA Chapter President, represents the eastern region as the EKTSA Regional Reporter, and serves as both the team captain and student representative for the Robot Gladiator League.
Sophie joined TSA at the beginning of her sophomore year after discovering her love for engineering and her desire to explore every creative and technical avenue it offered. From the start, she was drawn to the hands-on challenges and teamwork that define TSA. Her first year competing was one to remember—her brand-new Morgan County team placed second in Board Game Design at the Kentucky State Conference. That early success solidified her passion for innovation and leadership, encouraging her to take on new projects, mentor younger members, and help expand her chapter’s involvement.
Throughout her TSA journey, Sophie has learned that the organization is about much more than competition—it’s about growth, connection, and discovering who you are as a leader. Whether she’s brainstorming with her team late into the evening or presenting her ideas before judges, Sophie values the experiences that have pushed her to communicate clearly, think critically, and lead with confidence.
Outside of TSA, Sophie is heavily involved in the Student Technology Leadership Program (STLP), where she applies her creativity to real-world STEM challenges. She also enjoys reading, traveling, and working on robotics and prototype projects that combine imagination with technical skill.
After high school, Sophie plans to attend the University of Kentucky to pursue a degree in aerospace engineering. She hopes to design innovative technologies that inspire the next generation of students to see how far curiosity, hard work, and leadership can take them.
TSA has shaped Sophie’s journey by giving her a platform to lead, create, and grow—not only as a student, but as a person determined to make a lasting impact in the world of STEM.
East Carter High School
Randa McGuire is a senior at East Carter High School and proudly serves as the 2025–2026 Kentucky TSA State Historian. She also leads her chapter as the East Carter TSA President and represents the eastern region as the EKTSA Regional President.
Randa joined TSA as a freshman after discovering her love for engineering and hands-on creativity. Her first year competing in the Chapter Team event at the Kentucky State Conference sparked a passion for collaboration and leadership that has continued to grow. Since then, she has enjoyed mentoring younger members, developing innovative projects, and helping her chapter reach new levels of success.
Through TSA, Randa has learned that the organization is not just about competition but it’s about the connection, growth, and discovering who you are as a leader. Her experiences have strengthened her confidence, communication, and problem-solving skills, preparing her for future challenges both inside and outside the classroom.
Outside of TSA, Randa is active in Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA), where she applies her business and leadership skills to real-world challenges. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with friends, traveling, attending church, and working on new engineering projects.
After graduation, Randa plans to attend the University of Kentucky to major in Biosystems Engineering, where she hopes to focus on developing sustainable technologies that improve agricultural systems and promote environmental conservation.
Eminence Independent High School
DaYou Choi is a senior at Eminence High School and currently serves as the Kentucky TSA Sergeant-at-Arms. DaYou joined TSA in her freshman year and has served as a chapter officer at her school for the past four years. She joined TSA to pursue leadership opportunities, technology and engineering competitions, and to build a network of fellow students with similar interests. DaYou’s favorite TSA competitions are Chapter Team and STEM Mass Media. She enjoys competing at National TSA as well, winning 5th place in the Technology Problem Solving event at the 2025 Nashville conference. DaYou has learned from her time in TSA the importance of active outreach for educational STEM programs, seeing how it has positively impacted students at her school and throughout Kentucky. TSA has helped grow many of DaYou’s skills, public speaking, engineering, technical writing and everything in between.
Beyond TSA, DaYou is an avid science fair competitor and serves as her school’s Robot Gladiator League team captain. DaYou was the first student from Eminence to compete at ISEF, the Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair, and plans to mentor aspiring students at her school for research competitions as well. Her research focuses on machine learning and quantum algorithms, with the goal of enhancing the current computer systems of today. She is also student council president, a member of Beta Club and National Honor Society, plays the piano, and is part of the Eminence tennis team. DaYou also works for her local newspaper as a news correspondent, writing articles and taking photos for publication. Currently, she has over 15 articles published ranging from local community events, student highlights, and school-related news. Outside of school and extracurricular activities, DaYou likes to cook and bake. She also enjoys visiting new cafes, karaoke, and shopping.
After high school, DaYou plans to study either materials science with an emphasis on electrical systems or computer engineering. DaYou hopes to continue serving TSA as an alumni and working in STEM program advocacy for K-12 students.
DaYou is honored and very excited to be serving as KYTSA Sergeant-at-Arms. She is looking forward to a great year and hopes to leave a positive impact through her service to the Kentucky TSA delegation.
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