What is the advisor's role in facilitating sessions during HOSA events?

The advisor's role in facilitating sessions during HOSA events is primarily to assist the officer in conducting area or state general and business sessions. This collaborative approach allows the advisor to provide guidance, support, and their expertise while empowering the officers to take the lead. By working together, they can ensure that the sessions run smoothly, maintain the focus on the agenda, and actively engage participants. The advisor's involvement is crucial in fostering a productive environment that encourages student leadership, decision-making, and collaboration, ultimately enhancing the overall experience of the event.

In contrast, conducting the sessions independently would undermine the opportunities for student officers to develop their leadership skills. Preparing all materials for the sessions could lead to an imbalance in roles and responsibilities, detracting from the officers’ ownership of the event. Similarly, scheduling the sessions ahead of time is a logistical task that, while important, does not specifically pertain to the active facilitation role the advisor has during the event itself.