On November 16, 2024, students of Surry Early College High School of Design’s HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America) chapter achieved outstanding results at the recent HOSA Regional Leadership Conference. This event, a key competition for future healthcare professionals, showcased the talents of Surry Early College’s students, with many securing top placements in competitive events.
The following students earned top 10 finishes in their respective events
● CERT Skills: Ja'Aura Fonville & Alexis Hutchens – 1st place
● CPR/First Aid: Jordin Beasley & Belinda Juarez – 1st place
● Dental Terminology: Levi Yount – 1st place
● Epidemiology: Arturo Duran – 1st place
● Forensic Science: Eva Brown & Acacia Phillips – 1st place
● Health Career Display: Emma Saul & Serenity Rose – Top 10
● Human Growth and Development: Emily Floyd – 2nd place, Peyton Easter – 3rd place
● Medical Law & Ethics: Madeline Needham – Top 5
● Medical Math: Autumn Hodge – Top 10
● Medical Spelling: Alyssa Wondolowski – 1st place
● Medical Terminology: Lukas White – 1st place, Ashlynn Medina – 2nd place
● Nutrition: Fernanda Bedolla-Chavez – 3rd place
● Occupational Therapy: Love Galyean – 3rd place
● Pathophysiology: Evey Eades – Top 5, Jaxon Lakey – Top 10, Kiya Patel – Top 10
● Patient Care Technician: Addison Southern – 1st place
● Phlebotomy: Ava Chrismon – Top 10, Ariana Rios-Perez – Top 10
● Prepared Speaking: Jessi Delacruz – 3rd place, Alyssa Mitchem – Top 10
● Researched Persuasive Writing & Speaking: Anaya Sweatman – Top 5
● Sports Medicine: Ben Sain – Top 5
In addition to these remarkable achievements, three of Surry Early College’s HOSA students were elected to regional officer positions:
● Jordin Beasley – Regional President
● Belinda Juarez – Regional Secretary
● Ja' Aura Fonville – Regional Treasurer
This success highlights the hard work, dedication, and teamwork of the Surry Early College HOSA students as they continue to excel in their pursuit of careers in healthcare. Their outstanding performances not only reflect their individual talents but also the strong support of their peers, mentors, and teachers.
Congratulations to all of the students for their impressive achievements at the HOSA Regional Leadership Conference!