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State Officer Candidate Application for

Idaho HOSA—Future Health Professionals

2018-2019

Mail completed application (include original and 4 copies)by:

Friday, February 15th, 2018

Mail To:

Tammy Ackerland, HOSA Manager

Idaho HOSA

PO Box 83720

650 W. State Street, Rm 324

Boise, ID 83720-0095

***Incomplete applications willNOT be considered.

Advisor will be notified.

Election procedures:

  1. Aninterview committee will be assigned to review, score and interview all applicants.
  2. Candidates must wear the official HOSA attire to each official election proceedings.
  3. Speeches, as well as elections, will be processed in the following order: (1) President, (2) President-elect, (3, 4, 5, 6), Postsecondary Vice President, Regional VPs’, and (7) Secretary, (8) Reporter/Historian.
  4. Candidates for each office will be introduced by their respective current State Officer. Upon introduction, a candidate will approach the podium and will a 2-3-minute speech (timed)
  5. A candidate will then be asked one question by that State Officer. The question will pertain either to HOSA or being a state officer.
  6. A question must be answered extemporaneously by the candidate. Each candidate will have 30 seconds to consider the question and one minute to answer.
  7. A secret ballot vote will be taken and given to the HOSA manager and State Advisor for counting.
  8. Members of the interview committee will count ballots and make a ruling in the event there is not a majority vote

Delegates:

Each local chapter will appoint voting delegates as follows:

  1. Each organized chapter is allowed two voting delegates.
  2. Advisors will designate the delegates during registration.Chapter advisors or persons acting in an advisory capacity will not be allowed to participate during the election, but should be in attendance at conference to give guidance as needed.
  3. During the State Officer Interviews/Elections all voting delegates must be seated in their delegate’s areas by the start of the meeting. Voting delegates NOT seated will not be allowed to cast a vote. Voting delegates will also be briefed on the voting procedures at this time.
  4. Delegates shall answer to a roll call at beginning of session.
  5. Delegates shall cast their votes reflecting the local chapter, not necessarily their own desires.

STATE OFFICER CANDIDATE INFORMATION

Eligibility:

  1. Officer candidates should be mature and demonstrate responsibility and leadership qualities.
  1. A candidate must be an active and paid affiliated member with their local chapter, who is in good standing with Idaho HOSA and National HOSA.
  1. It is recommended that a candidate be a HOSA chapter officer, but this is not required.
  1. Each chapter is encouraged to submit qualified candidates. Candidates should be high schoolsophomore, junior or senior HOSA members in good standing. There is no limit to the number of candidates that may be submitted from any one chapter.
  1. A candidate must have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.
  1. It is the candidate’s responsibility to have all forms completed and MAILED to the HOSA manager.
  1. This application and all necessary forms must be POSTMARKED on or before the February 15th deadline.Candidates MUST have a complete application to be considered for a position. Fill out the attached application and make a copy for your records. MAIL original and 4 copies to the HOSA manager to Tammy Ackerland, Idaho HOSA, PO Box 83720, Boise, ID 83720-0095
  2. As part of this position, State Officers travel to meetings and conferences within the state of Idaho, and to the International Leadership Conference. Idaho HOSA does maintain insurance/liability coverage for State Officer travel and members while traveling to or from meetings, conferences, or other matters sponsored by Idaho HOSA.

IDAHO HOSA

STATE OFFICER CANDIDATE APPLICATION

PLEASE PRINT LEGIBLY USING BLUE OR BLACK INK. APPLICATIONS MAY BE TYPED.

I, (insert name),
hereby submit my application to be a candidate for a State Officer position in the Idaho HOSA--Future Health Professionals Organization.
Mailing Address:
Home Phone Number: / Cell Phone Number:
Fall 2017 Grade Level: / Cumulative GPA: / Date of Birth:
(mm/dd/yyyy)
Email Address:
School: / Advisor Name:
School Address: / School Phone Number:

Each officer candidate will choose, in rank order, two choices for state office. The following choices will be offered:(are you willing to be placed in another office if your 1st or 2nd choice is not available?) Circle one: Y N

Which office do you seek? 1st Choice______2nd Choice______

President

President-elect (Sophomores or Juniors- 2-year commitment)

Region I & IIVice President

Region III Vice President

Region IV Vice President

Region V & VI Vice President

Postsecondary Vice President

Secretary

Reporter/Historian

Submit the following with your applicationelectronically:

Check list:

Candidate Application Form (original and 4 copies) Postmarked by February 15th.

Headshot photo – emailed to Tammy Ackerland at: y February 15th.

Resume showing leadership positions held in high school and/or other organizations, activities and achievements in HOSA.

Letter of Recommendation from a current school teacher, counselor or principal (excluding your HOSA advisor). This person cannot include a relative.

Essay—1-page minimum, type-written document, stating your qualifications and goals for state office.

School Statement of Support – New This Year

Parent Statement of Support

Student Commitment Form

ICTE Image Release Form

HOSA State Official Travel Policy

Travel Statement of Liability

Code of Conduct—complete the code of conduct included in this officer application packet.

Copy of Medical Liability Release (OK to make a copy from State Leadership Conference Registration Packet)

QUESTIONS THAT NEED TO BE ADDRESSED IN YOUR ESSAY

The essay should be typed, double-spaced, and no longer than 500 words in length.

  1. Why do you wish to become a State Officer for Idaho HOSA? (be specific)
  1. Why do you believe that you are qualified to become a State Officer?
  1. What are the principle duties of the office that you seek?
  1. What has being a HOSA member done for you?
  1. In your opinion, what qualifications should be evaluated for being a candidate for becoming an Idaho HOSA State Officer?
  1. How would you help promote HOSA, both on a state and local level?
  1. What are the goals you would like to accomplish if you are elected into office?

Idaho HOSA

SCHOOL STATEMENT OF SUPPORT FORM

****New requirements for Advisor of elected HOSA president as of 2018

Candidate ______(print name) wishes to apply to run for an Idaho HOSA State Office. The candidate’s success is closely related to the support he or she receives from his or her family, chapter, and school officials. By signing this document, you are acknowledging and showing supportof him/her in their decision to pursue being an effective state officer.

****In the event the HOSAmanager cannot attend the Washington Leadership Academy (WLA) Conference the Chapter Advisor of the HOSA presidentwill attend and chaperone WLA in his/her absence. WLA is held in Washington, DC in September 2018, dates TBD. The conference is for State Officers across the country and local advisors. If you do attend you may be chaperoning other Idaho state officers who wish to attend as well. Registration, airfare, hotel, and per diem for this travel are paid for by Idaho HOSA. It will be the responsibility of the advisor of the HOSA president to obtain approval from their home school for their absence.

“I am in support of this candidate becoming an elected state officer of Idaho HOSA. I will do whatever I can to support and encourage him/her. To the best of my knowledge, all information provided in the application is up-to-date and correct. In addition, if the HOSAmanager is unable to attend I will as the advisor of the HOSA presidentchaperone the officers to the WLA conference in Washington, DC in September 2018.”

Signature of Chapter AdvisorDate

Signature of School PrincipalDate

Signature of School CounselorDate

Parent Statement of Support

As the parent/guardian of a prospective State Officer: ______

(Print student name)

  1. I/We understand that, if elected, my son/daughter will represent the Idaho HOSA at various meetings throughout the year, and that incurred expenses to attend these meetings may not be paid by Idaho HOSA and will be the responsibility of the officer and/or parent/guardian(s).
  1. I/We understand that the Chapter Advisor will assist my son/daughter in the fulfillment of his/her responsibilities, but that neither they, the school, or the National or State HOSA, their representatives or assignees will be responsible for errors of omission, accidental injury, or death while my son/daughter is participating in any functions of the national, state or local HOSA.
  1. I/We give permission for my son/daughter to be a candidate for State Office of Idaho HOSA, and agree to support him/her in fulfilling the time and provide the transportation necessary to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the office, if elected.

Signature of Parent (or Guardian)Date

Signature of Parent (or Guardian)Date

STUDENT COMMITMENT FORM

As a candidate for State Officer with Idaho HOSA, I understand and agree to the following.

  1. The specific office to which I may be elected will be decided by the Voting Delegates, and that I will accept that decision.
  1. I will accept and fulfill the responsibilities of the office to which I may be elected, and that I will serve with dignity in order to promote a positive image not only for myself, but for our National HOSA, State HOSA, and local HOSA Chapters.
  1. Official attire is required at all HOSA events and official meetings.
  1. My term in office, if elected, begins at HOSA State Leadership Conference 2018and concludes at end of HOSA State Leadership Conference 2019, that I will attend all Idaho HOSA meetings, including but not limited to the following meetings, and that absence from a meeting will have prior approval from theHOSA Manager.
  1. I will conduct myself with honor and dignity, upholding the Idaho Delegate Conduct Rules at all official meetings; and further, I will conduct myself according to the policies and procedures of the school where I am currently a student.
  1. I may be asked to resign my office should I fail to fulfill any of my official responsibilities.
  1. There will be a mandatory 30-minute meeting for newly elected state officers immediately after State Leadership Conference closing ceremonies. Please plan transportation accordingly.

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Candidate’s Signature Printed Name Date

COSTS
Event / Date / Location / Attendance / Student Responsibility / Idaho HOSA Responsibility
New Officer Orientation Tentative / April 26-28, 2018 / Boise / All Officers Required / Snacks
Monthly Conference Calls / 1st Wednesday of month or as agreed upon / Conference Call / All Officers Required / Internet connection, device
Joint Student Leadership (JSL) / June 12-15 / Boise, ID / All Officers Required / Incidentals and extra meals / Travel, Hotel, Meals
International Leadership Conference / June 27-30 / Dallas, TX / President & Pres-Elect required
Others encouraged to attend / $200 Provided by HOSA to Officer after attending National Conference
REACH / July 31-Aug 2 / Boise, ID / Required, President only / Travel, Hotel, Meals
Washington Leadership Conference / September 15-18 / Washington, D.C. / President-required Others encouraged to attend / All expenses paid for President; Registration covered for all other officers
Building and Achieving Success in Idaho Chapters (BASIC) / Sep 16-17, Sep 23-24, Sep 30-Oct 1, and Oct 14-15 / Pocatello, Twin Falls, Boise, Lewiston / Required to attend at least one / Travel, Hotel, Meals
Student Day at the Legislature (SDAL) / January 30, 2019 / Boise, ID / Required for State President / Travel, Hotel, Meals
Winter Planning / January 30-February 1, 2019 / Boise, ID / All Officers Required / Travel, Hotel, Meals
HOSA State Leadership Conference / April 10-12, 2019 / Boise / All Officers Required / Travel, Hotel, Meals
COSTS
Item / Student
Responsibility / Idaho HOSA
Responsibility / Item / Student
Responsibility / Idaho HOSA
Responsibility
Official Attire / Jacket, Shirt or Blouse, Pants or Skirt / Tie, Badge, Pins / Internet Service and Equipment / XX
Officer Polo / XX / Conference Registrations / XX
Officer Name Tags / XX

Idaho HOSA State Officer Events and Financial Responsibility

As a State Officer, you are committing yourself to some required travel. Your employer and/or school administrator should be made aware of these responsibilities as soon as you are elected.

ICTE Image Release Form

The release below must accompany image(s) of recognizable people. If such a release is not submitted with the image, then the face will be masked. If the face is unable to be masked appropriately (because of features that are crucial to the material being presented) then the image(s) will not be used on the ICTE or the Idaho HOSA website.

Instructions:

(1) Please feel free to print the release below and complete it for each recognizable person.

(2) Next, make a copy of each release for your files.

(3) Submit release(s) form along with a headshot image

ICTE Image Release Form

I, (Insert Your Full Name) give the Idaho Career &Technical Education (ICTE) and the Idaho HOSA permission-with respect to the image(s), (photographs, film, tape, etc.), taken of me during the officer candidate process or at any location while holding an officer position to use the image(s) along with my name to promote ICTE and its programs as ICTE so chooses.

I release and discharge the person(s) who took the image(s) of me, his/her heirs, executors, assigns and any designee from any and all claims and demands arising out of or in connection with the use of these images (photographs, film, tape), including but not limited to any claims for defamation or invasion of privacy.

I am of legal age or am the parent / legal guardian of the above subject and have read the foregoing and fully understand the contents thereof.

Signature / Phone / Date
Print Name / Witnessed by (person of legal age)

STATE OFFICER CODE OF CONDUCT

A good reputation enables members to take pride in their organization. HOSA has an excellent reputation. Your conduct at any HOSA function should make a positive contribution to the reputation that has been established. As an officer, you agree to the following:

  1. Remain a paid member in good standing of our local chapter and will continue to attend meetings and participate in activities throughout the school year.
  2. Your behavior at all times should be such that it reflects credit to you, your school/college, your state and HOSA.
  3. Student conduct is the responsibility of YOU and your local chapter advisor. Students shall keep their advisors informed of their activities and whereabouts at all times.
  4. HOSA conference name badges shall be worn at all times at conferences and meetings.
  5. Participants are expected to attend all general sessions and other scheduled conference activities. Please be prompt and show respect to those in the audience and on stage.
  6. Participants are to report any accidents or injuries to their local advisor or HOSA manageror State Advisor immediately.
  7. Participants are expected to observe the designated curfew (curfew means being in your own room by the designated hour).
  8. Participants are responsible for vandalism of any kind. Participants will be expected to pay any and all damages.
  9. Participants attending conferences may not purchase, consume or be under the influence of alcohol or drugs at any time. Violators will be subject to stringent disciplinary action.
  10. Smoking is allowed for adults not in HOSA uniform in designated areas only.
  11. Any long distance phone calls, charges to the room, etc. will be the responsibility of the individual participant.
  12. Participants are to abide by the HOSA Attire Policy at all business sessions, general sessions, competitive events, awards sessions and other conference activities.
  13. To consider romance of any type with other state officers as “off limits” during your year as a state officer.
  14. Any unprofessional postings on a social media network or any posting that oppose the mission of Idaho HOSA will result in immediate removal from office.

Participants who disregard the rules will be subject to disciplinary action and will be sent home at their own expense. School administration and parents will be notified.

I have read the Code of Conduct for HOSA conferences and agree to abide by these rules. “I agree to follow the Idaho HOSA State Officer Code of Conduct from the time that I am a candidate throughout my term of office.If I fail to follow this code, a disciplinary review process will determine the retention or resignation of my office.”

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Print Name of StudentSignature of StudentDate

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Print Name of AdvisorSignature of AdvisorDate

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Print Name of Parent/ GuardianSignature of Parent/GuardianDate

Social Media Code of Conduct

While holding my HOSA office (April 2018 – April 2019), I, ______Agree to follow all the guidelines of HOSA with regard to social media use. This includes, but is not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Tumblr, SnapChat and Instagram. As an elected officer of Idaho HOSA,

I agree to the following:

  • I will not post any content on my social media pages that reveals myself or anyone else participating in any illegal activity or other questionable activities.
  • I will not say anything derogatory towards a specific religious or political group.
  • I will not post any pictures or statuses that reveal inappropriate public displays of affection (PDA).
  • I will not post any content with vulgar language or references.

In addition, officers will abide by the following guidelines of a leader:

  • Use proper grammar in every post on social media
  • Maintain a positive and professional image
  • Wear appropriate clothing in a modest manner
  • Promote HOSA and build excitement for members through my social media pages
  • Support the other officers on social media with regard to HOSA and personal activities
  • Keep the other officers accountable for their actions on social media by use of private messaging and in connection with an appropriate advisor. When asked to remove a certain post, I will respect that opinion and take down the post.
  • Always be respectful on social media
  • I understand that if I am found in violation of any of these areas, the appropriate advisor and governing body will decide upon a consequence that fits the transgression.

Signature of Officer: ______Date: ______