National Leadership Conference

Hey Everyone,

Nationals is next month!!! Be sure you have all your materials ready for your competition. Now your competing with the best in the nation, but don't worry because judging by our State Leadership Conference we have nothing to worry about. Hey and speaking of our State Leadership Conference I hope everyone filled out our survey, if you haven't had a chance yet, here's the link, http://www.AdvancedSurvey.com/default.asp?SurveyID=60167 it only takes a couple of minutes and remember you can help make States even better!!!

Christopher Corbin
Region 6 Vice President

Student Survey

Did you enjoy this year's State Leadership Conference? Share your thoughts with us! Complete the Student Evaluation Survey at http://www.AdvancedSurvey.com/default.asp?SurveyID=60167 , or you can find the link on the Michigan BPA website. We appreciate any and all suggestions as to how we can further improve your BPA experience!

Jonathan D. Smith
Region 5 Vice President

36th Annual State Leadership Conference

The 36th Annual State Leadership Conference begins in a week! Are you ready? The state theme is "Setting Higher Standards", and the State Executive Council has done just that! We've created several new activities and events for you to participate in. The weekend's events include:

• ThinkFast! Trivia Game - Thursday, 8-10pm in the Ambassador Ballrooms
• Legacy Launchers 1-6 - Friday, 11am-2:45pm in the Ambassador Ballrooms
• Opening Session - 7:30-9pm
• Legacy Launchers 7-12 - Saturday, 10am-1:45pm in the Ambassador Ballrooms
• "MEET THE CANDIDATES" Campaign Rally - 2:45-4:30 in the Ambassador East Ballroom
• Dinner Session - 6:30-9pm
• Dollar Dance (with "Under The Spotlight" dance) - 9:30-11:30pm
• Awards Session - Sunday, starts at 9:15am

Join fellow Michigan BPA members and compete for money and prizes during the ThinkFast! Trivia Game sponsored by Davenport University. Then take part in the life-changing experiences that are offered in the Legacy Launchers on Friday and Saturday. Afterwards, take a minute to meet the candidates campaigning for positions on the 2008-2009 State Executive Council during the "MEET THE CANDIDATES" Campaign Rally.

Then, following dinner Saturday evening, join the State Executive Council at the Dollar Dance by donating $1 at the door. And don't miss the "Under The Spotlight" dance, during the Dollar Dance. In this event, a few lucky individuals chosen at random, who purchased raffle tickets at Courtesy Corps, will have the chance to dance with a current State Officer! All proceeds from the Dollar Dance and the "Under The Spotlight" dance will be donated to the American Cancer Society.

This year's SLC will be the most memorable yet! Make sure to prepare for an exciting weekend. We look forward to seeing you all there!

Jonathan D. Smith, Region 5 Vice President

State Officer Candidates

I would like to wish all State Officer Candidates good luck while running for office at the State Conference.....coming up very soon!! A current state officer will soon be in touch with you, but I encourage you not to wait to get your questions answered. Your state officers would be happy to give you further information or any advice, words of wisdom, and helpful hints needed. I'm sure you are all very busy preparing for states. It will be a stressful and nerve-racking time, but also a very rewarding experience! Please do not hesitate to contact the State Executive Council officers. Our contact information can be found under the "State Executive Council" link. Also, make sure to check out the new SLC site for information to help you further prepare for the big conference.

Once again, GOOD LUCK!

Kiley Kyser
State President

2008 State Leadership Conference Web Site

As the homepage for the Michigan BPA website says, we have an up and running web site specifically for the upcoming 36th Annual Michigan Association State Leadership Conference! This site has all the information about the upcoming SLC all in one spot. The web site will have information for parents during the Conference with highlights including:

• Daily Photo Updates!
• SLC Live Blog!
• Conference Videos!
• Documents for prep and more!
  
• SLC Frequently Asked Questions

Visit the web site through the link on the Michigan BPA homepage or through this link: 2008 State Leadership Conference

The site provides information for parents as to where, and when the 2008 SLC takes place. Anything regarding the conference may be directed to both this page and the Michigan BPA site.

2007-2008 State Executive Council

Regional Updates

Hi everyone!

I hope everyone had a fun time at their Regional Conference. I had the opportunity to attend and help out with Region 10 and Region 1's conferences. This was Region 10's first year ever having a conference and things went great! Competitions ran smoothly and everyone had a great time. Southwestern Michigan College helped out a lot and provided fun things to do. Region 1 went smoothly as usual and Davenport again was a huge help to this. The regional advisors from both regions deserve extreme credit for this as well. I can't wait to see everyone at the State Leadership Conference! Please see the two posts below this. They are great opportunities for people to take advantage of :)

-Brittney Osborne

Region 1 Vice President

Jackets for Jobs, Inc. Design Contest

Business Professionals of America students have the opportunity to create either a brochure or web site for Jackets for Jobs, Inc.

For more details go to:

www.michiganbpa.org/files/2007-Nov_JacketsforJobsGraphicWebContestGuidelines.pdf

Entries must be postmarked on or before February 15th.

National Anthem Singer at SLC

We are continuing our tradition of having a contest for students who areinterested in singing the National Anthem at the Opening Session of theState Leadership Conference. Any student who qualifies to attend the SLCas a regional event winner or Statesman Award Recipient is eligible tosubmit an entry for this contest. Students must submit their performancesinging the national anthem on audiocassette or CD, a current photograph,and short bio to the State Office. The performance at the SLC will be acappella; therefore, it´s best that the audition performance be submittedin that manner. Please note that these items will not be returned. Allentries must be RECEIVED by January 24, 2008.