Welcome to HOSA 2020 2021 What is HOSA

Welcome to HOSA 2020 -2021

What is HOSA? HOSA is the premier organization for student leaders pursuing careers in the healthcare industry. HOSA’s two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people.

History of HOSA Founded in 1976 as Health Occupations Students of America, HOSA reaches over 245, 000 members each year in 4, 100 middle school, secondary and postsecondary/collegiate chapters across the nation and around the world. Florida HOSA was founded in 1978 and is the second largest State Association in the nation with close to 18, 000 members!

Our Mission The mission of HOSA is to enhance the delivery of compassionate, quality health care by providing opportunities for knowledge, skill and leadership development of all health science technology education students, therefore, helping students to meet the needs of the health care community.

HOSA MOTTO “The Hands of HOSA Mold the Health of Tomorrow”

HOSA OFFICIAL COLORS Navy – Loyalty to the healthcare profession Medical White – Purity of Purpose Maroon – Compassionate HOSA Members

HOSA THEME HOSA Theme for 20202021: “Unlock Your Potential”

National Service Project National Pediatric Cancer Foundation is our national service project for 2020. Fundraising efforts during the year will go towards the national service project.

Goals • • To develop effective leadership qualities and skills To promote mental, physical and social well being. To develop the ability to communicate more effectively with people To develop character To develop responsible citizenship traits To build self-confidence and pride in one’s work To encourage individual and group achievement To encourage involvement in local, state and national health care and education projects

Dr. Mona Jain Middle School Chapter After school club at Dr. Mona Jain Middle School Participate in Regional, State and International competition Involvement in fundraising initiatives Organize service projects

Competition The events in the Middle School Division are designed to promote leadership development and introduce students to health-related skills. The emphasis is on basic academic skills, establishing health science goals, critical thinking skills, poise, and situational problem solving. Middle Schools compete at the regional, state and international levels. All HOSA members are required to compete at regionals. The top 3 competitors in each category at regionals will compete at the state conference. The top 3 in each category at state will advance to internationals.

Competitive Events Health Science Events • Foundations of Medical Terminology • Math for Health Careers • Medical Reading • Health Career Exploration • Nutrition Emergency Preparedness Events • Life Threatening Situations • Public Health

Competitive Events Leadership Events • Extemporaneous Health Poster • Health Career Preparation • Healthy Lifestyle • Prepared Speaking • Speaking Skills Teamwork Events • Health Career Display • Health Education • Exploring Medical Innovations

Recognition Events HOSA Happenings Barbara James Service Award HOSA Service Project

Competition Dates Virtual Regionals Conference January 2021 State Leadership Conference (SLC) March 25 -28, 2021 @ , Marriott Orlando World Center International Leadership Conference (ILC) – June 23 -27, 2021 @ Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort, Orlando, FL

Dress Code Official Uniform • Tailored navy blazer with emblem affixed over the heart. • Shirt/blouse for females (white tailored or short-sleeve white jewel neck shell • Shirt for males—white closed-neck, man-tailored dress shirt, suitable for use with a tie • Accent for female members - maroon HOSA scarf or tie is optional but not required • Accent for male members - navy or maroon long tie • Matching navy slacks for males and matching navy slacks or skirts for females • Closed-toe blue or black shoes (hose optional) OR Business Attire • Black or navy blue suit • White shirt • Closed-toe blue or black shoes (hose optional) • Male members MUST wear a tie. • Female members may choose to wear knee-length skirt or slacks.

Code of Conduct • A good reputation enables members to take pride in their organization. HOSA members have an excellent reputation. Members’ conduct during class and at any HOSA function should make a positive contribution to the reputation that has been established.

Code of Conduct • Students will need to maintain a GPA of 2. 5, no 3’s or 4’s in citizenship, and no referrals to remain in this club. If repeated redirection is necessary during club meetings, students may be subject to disciplinary action including removal from this club. Students are also required to adhere to the HOSA Code of Conduct at all times. Failure to do so may also result in the student being removed from HOSA. If a student incurs 2 or more R. I. S. E. Card signatures in a quarter, he/she may be banned from field trips and competitions for the remainder of that grading period.

Dues and Fees • Membership Fees - $50. 00 • Virtual Fall Leadership Development Academy $20. 00 (by invitation) • Regional/ State Competition Fees – TBA • Uniform • International Competition Fees - TBA

Fall Leadership Development Academy Location - Virtual Date – November 14, 15, 21 or 22, 2020 Cost - $20. 00 Space is limited – Students will choose one day to participate in a virtual Zoom session.

Dates to Remember CTSO Rally -TBA Dollar Wars 11/2/20 – 11/6/2020 Virtual Regional Fall Conference – 10/8/2020 Virtual Regional Competition – Month of January HOSA Week 11/2 -6/2020 Fall Leadership Development Academy- 11/14 -15 or 21 -22/2020 State Leadership Conference (SLC) 3/2528/2021 End of the Year Banquet – TBA International Leadership Conf. (ILC) 6/2327/2021

On the WEB • www. hosa. org • www. flhosa. org

Contact Information • • • Sara Whittaker whittakers@manateeschools. net 941 -727 -4747 ext. 74957