A resource guide created by Milwaukee AHEC to support AmeriCorps members and HOSA advisors. It includes a table of contents, introduction, timeline for the year, sample activities, service learning and volunteering tips, end of year celebration planning, working with HOSA officers, planning HOSA meetings, Milwaukee AHEC reports, community resources, and potential guest speakers.
This resource guide is created by Milwaukee AHEC to support AmeriCorps members and HOSA advisors. It provides tools, information, and resources for student engagement and health career pathways.
The guide opens with a table of contents and an introduction explaining its purpose. It then lists where to find things including competitive event guidelines, HOSA handbook sections, dress code policies, state and regional contacts, testing portals, and a calendar of events for 2026-2027.
A timeline for the year is provided starting from August through July. It covers getting to know students and staff, setting goals, raising awareness, recruiting members, scheduling meetings, guest speaker outreach, field trips, competition preparation, service projects, and end of year planning.
Sample activities include a Wisconsin DPI Health Careers Engagement Toolkit, hands-on health career activity stations, day in the life presentations, and health challenges. National Days of Service are listed for MLK day, 9/11, and Earth Day.
Service learning and volunteering sections emphasize student-led projects. Resources include Polygence, Photovoice Digital Workbook, and volunteer matching through United Way. The guide also details planning an end of year celebration with timelines for ordering gifts and arranging food.