Arizona SLC

Nicole and Claire arrive at the AZ HOSA SLC

Arizona HOSA was ‘celebrating a century of care’ at this year’s State Leadership Conference! Nearly 1,200 exceptional HOSA members traveled from all across the state to the Doubletree Hotel and Convention Center in beautiful Tucson for the opportunity to compete, attend workshops, network, show off their HOSA spirit, and much more. 

Members from EVIT HOSA

            Attendees arrived Wednesday, April 13^th to begin the conference excitement. Honored to be attending on behalf of National HOSA were Claire Lucas and Nicole Scott. It was truly amazing to be surrounded by so many dedicated, professional, passionate HOSA students. From the time of arrival, students could be seen diligently studying on every corner.

            The opening session kicked off a great conference with wonderful speakers, guests, and an enthusiastic AZHOSA delegation. 

HOSA Hero, Daniel Hernandez

            Thursday morning began with a delicious breakfast and was followed by a busy day of competitions, fun and educational workshops, and a Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) fundraiser.

Advisors have their picture taken at the JDRF Photobooth

 

Thursday concluded with unique and exciting social activities to reward conference attendees for all of their hard work. Not only was there a dance, but there was also sumo wrestling and a hypnotism show by Mike DeShallit.

            The business session took place on Friday morning and provided an opportunity for chapter representatives to meet the upcoming state officer candidates, listen to annual reports, and vote on decisions for the upcoming year. The great candidate speeches and very engaged delegates demonstrated the outstanding student leadership in Arizona and made for a very successful meeting. Friday morning also marked the moment that all hardworking HOSA members look forward to…the Grand Awards Ceremony.

            The entire conference was a huge success and congratulations to all competitive event winners. Looking forward to seeing Arizona HOSA in Anaheim, California for the National Leadership Conference this June!