This conference consisted of 3 days filled with competitive events, educational symposiums, state officer elections, special sessions and most importantly, enthusiastic HOSA members!
The opening day of the conference was exciting for all members and state officers! The opening session consisted of a general welcome to all conference attendees and special guests, a keynote speaker, and the state officers encouraging members to be excited for the next few days of the conference! The keynote speaker was Justin Boudreau, a native to our neighbor nation, Canada. While he was also very comical and entertaining to the members, he expressed how vital it was for members to be thankful for the individuals in their lives who have inspired them to strive to achieve their goals. Day one concluded with a chapter presidents reception, a state officer candidate social, and an exciting game room, with a Nintendo Wii included!
On your marks, get set, COMPETE! That’s right, day two members were out in hallways, guidelines in hands, ready to compete, with hopes of moving on to the National Leadership Conference! From Forensic Science to Human Growth and Development, members were ecstatic to show off their professional dress as well as their health science skills they’ve been enhancing all year long! Alongside competitive events, this day also consisted of educational symposiums which included topics such as Networking, Anatomy in Clay and Zumba! While the day was filled with activities, the night concluded with a recognition session intertwined with dinner that was followed by a dance where the slating of the State Officer Candidates was announced!
At the recognition session, while many students were recognized, one individual was definitely a shining star. A representative from our National Service Project, JDRF, Ellie White touched the heart of all HOSA members who were attendance that night. Ellie was diagnosed with diabetes at the age of 3, she is now 8 years old, and is eager to fight against her Type 1 Diabetes. Although she struggles with various health disorders, Ellie still maintains an optimistic attitude. She enjoys telling her story, and also lives her life to the fullest while she can. While Ellie was inspired by the members of Colorado HOSA, all members were inspired by her as well.
The Final day of the Colorado HOSA State Leadership Conference consisted of the business meeting and closing session. At the closing session, Secondary Board Representative, Brittany Woods Greeted all members on Behalf of National HOSA. The entire room was filled with applause and cheers as the competitive event winners were announced, and bright smiles were on the faces of those who received bronze, silver and gold medals. Aside from competitive events, the 2012-2013 Colorado HOSA State Officers were also Installed into their offices. At this conference all members learned something new, or gained a new experience, the 2012 Colorado HOSA State Leadership Conference will definitely be one to remember!
Brittany - Colorado HOSA was so excited to have you at our conference. Thank you for this review of the Colorado HOSA State Leadership Conference. We appreciate you! - Colorado HOSA
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