Aspiring Officer Experience Application

Middle Level applicants selected to take part in this experiential program will get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to serve as a Executive Council Officer with BPA. They will be invited to join us as we prepare for an engaging and exciting NLC. You’ll be able to enjoy a unique set of experiences that include leadership, service, and friendship. Sessions include:

One (1) rehearsal session
One (1) official team meeting
One (1) State Officer Event
One (1) Executive Council Q&A session

Application Requirements

To be eligible for this program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

A Middle Level member in good standing with the organization
All forms must be completed and returned by April 1, 2025
Be present at the 2025 National Leadership Conference in Orlando, Florida

Application Instructions

Make sure to provide complete responses to all questions and upload the advisor letter of recommendation.

Participant Name(Required)

First Last

Participant Email (if applicable)

Type "N/A" if participant does not have an email address.

Participant Phone Number (if applicable)

Type "000-000-0000" if participant does not have a phone number.

Participant Member ID #(Required)

Current Grade(Required)

Number of Years in BPA(Required)

Chapter/School Name(Required)

State(Required)

Chapter Advisor Name(Required)

First Last

Chapter Advisor Email(Required)

Chapter Advisor Phone Number(Required)

Have you served as a chapter, regional, or state officer?(Required)

List the position(s) you held and the corresponding year you served in the role.

Have you participated in the Workplace Skills Assessment Program (competitive events)?(Required)

List the competition(s) you competed in and the levels at which you competed (e.g., Prepared Speech at State Leadership Conference).

What other BPA programs have you participated in (check all that apply)?(Required)

BPA Cares

BPA Partner Competition

Fall Leadership Conference (state level)

National Virtual Events (V01-V15)

State Leadership Conference

Student Certification Series I

Student Certification Series II

Student Leadership Summit (national level)

Torch Awards

In all of your BPA experiences, which has been the most influential or important to you and why?(Required)

What do you hope to learn if selected to participate in the Aspiring Officer Experience?(Required)

What qualities does a leader possess and how do you display those qualities in your own life?(Required)

Letter of Recommendation from Chapter Advisor(Required)

Accepted file types: pdf, word, Max. file size: 256 MB.

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