Local High School Students to Participate in Health Sciences Conference April 11-12

The South Dakota HOSA-Future Health Professionals State Leadership Conference is scheduled for April 11-12, 2024. The conference, expecting over 800 high school students, will offer academic sessions, competitions, awards, and a college fair. Students will explore health care topics and compete in events like sports medicine and clinical nursing.

South Dakota HOSA, a student organization, was chartered in the 2012-13 academic year. The South Dakota Area Health Education Center and the USD Sanford School of Medicine established it. The program aims to inspire students, especially from smaller communities, towards health care careers and guide them into formal training.

Brock Rops, South Dakota HOSA's executive director, stressed the importance of students' interest in health sciences. He also emphasized the need to highlight job opportunities in South Dakota's health sector.

The 2024 State Leadership Conference is a collaborative effort with institutions like the USD School of Health Sciences, Sanford Health, and First Premier Bank/Bankcard. These partners are dedicated to fostering the next generation of health professionals in South Dakota.

For more details about South Dakota HOSA and the State Leadership Conference, visit www.sdhosa.org. The website provides information about the conference and opportunities for students interested in health care careers.

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