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Introducing…

Introducing…. Association. Today’s students. Tomorrow’s business professionals. 2014-15 State Officer Team. 2014-15 Regional Presidents. “So, what is this BPA thing?”. General Information Workplace Skills Assessment Program (Competitive Events) Leadership Initiatives

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Introducing…

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  1. Introducing… Association Today’s students. Tomorrow’s business professionals.

  2. 2014-15 State Officer Team

  3. 2014-15 Regional Presidents

  4. “So, what is this BPA thing?” • General Information • Workplace Skills Assessment Program (Competitive Events) • Leadership Initiatives • Classroom Connection • Resources

  5. OurMission The mission of Business Professionals of America is to contribute to the preparation of a world-class workforce through the advancement of leadership, citizenship, academic, and technological skills.

  6. “What does BPA offer my students?” • Competitions • Special Recognition Programs • Torch Awards • Leadership Training • Scholarship Opportunities • Internship Programs

  7. Levels of Competition • Fall Leadership Conferences – Presented by different areas across the state, check www.texasbpa.com • Regional Leadership Conference – Last three weekends in January. First level of competition, participate in Torch Awards program, State Service Projects, Regional President elected, winners advance to State competition

  8. Levels of Competition • State Leadership Conference -- • March 4-7--Dallas, Texas--Participate in Torch Awards program, Texas Intern Program, State Officer Team elected, winners advance to Nationals • National Leadership Conference -- • May 6-10—Anaheim, California--Participate in Torch Awards, National Intern Program, National Leadership Academy, National Officers elected

  9. Workplace Skills Assessment Program Our Competitive Events are divided into four divisions: • Financial Services • Administrative Support • Information Technology • Management/Marketing/Human Resources

  10. Torch Awards • 9 Torches– faith, hope, love, friendship, cooperation, patriotism, leadership, service, knowledge • Promotes community involvement, adaptability and action inside and outside of BPA. • 4 Levels– diplomat, executive, statesman, ambassador

  11. BPA Cares (Community Service) • Service Learning Awards • Special Olympics and Community Relief • Special Recognition Awards • Chapter Award of Excellence and Member Recruiter • Professional Awards • Emerging Advisor Award Individual recognition • Merit Scholar Program

  12. Leadership Initiatives Internship Program • Provides opportunities for students to be involved in all aspects of planning and running a conference. • State Level • National Level

  13. Leadership Initiatives Special Recognition Awards: • Recognition earned by chapters for their commitment to community service Officer Positions • Regional President • State Officer Team • National Officer Team National Leadership Academy

  14. Leadership Initiatives Scholarships • Offered at the state level • $2500-Mildred Woerndel Scholarship • $2000-Vickie Thomas Scholarship • 1-$1500, 5-$1000, 2-$750 • Offered at the national level • Offered by the National Officer Team • Specific colleges and sponsorships for success in certain programs and competitions.

  15. “What do I need to do?” • 5 steps to create a chapter @ bpa.org • New Chapter Handbook and Application • It takes 10 members • First month = New Chapter Checklist • Member registration • Electing officers • Constructing a calendar • Fundraising

  16. “What do I need to do?” • Help is only a click away… • www.texasbpa.com— • Advisors link • Helpful tools • Forms • Updates • Support • Regional Advisors link • Contact info

  17. “Sounds like a lot of work!What’s in it for me?” • Competitions align with your curriculum • You’re an advisor, not a coach • Networking opportunities • Travel • Watching your students excel, grow and apply what they are learning in your classroom.

  18. Need another reason to join? • It’s all about the KIDS! • Let us connect you with advisors and students in your area. They will tell you how amazing things can happen with BPA.

  19. “Tell me more…” • Want the latest updates about contests, State Leadership Conference planning, and changes to expect for this coming year? • Visit us online: www.texasbpa.com

  20. For more information Diana Weber State Advisor, Texas Association mrsweberbpa@gmail.com Visit our websites www.texasbpa.com www.bpa.org

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