(Me with other members in Business Professionals of America)
As an
American Foreign Culture Exchange student in the year of 2011, I went to Canyon
Ridge High School in Twin Falls, Idaho. Still remember there was one time I was
chosen to participate in school BPA (Business Professionals of America)’s
activity. To be honest, I was not a member of BPA, the reason my accounting
teacher Mrs. Bean wanted me to get involved is that I have great interests in
accounting, and I did excellent in her class.
Clearly
remembered, this was a fundraiser in business associated with Deb fashion show.
Members of the Business Professionals of America (BPA) and few additional models
handpicked from my school were helping model the prom dresses. I have to say
this was a special experience for me to dress up as a model, and escorted by
guys across the stage, with all flashlights blinking under the stage. Chris, the leader of BPA, he mentioned that the
purpose for this event was to help out the club running, and it was also a
chance for girls to see prom dresses of real models of all ages and sizes. In
other words, “girls need to be checking out dresses and figuring our what would
look best for their body type and shape. With many types of dresses to choose
from, ladies need to see the dresses worn in person in order to get the correct
perspective (Marsh).” In my opinion, it can be seen as a non-profit business
event, but can still bring customers later after they saw hundreds of prom
dresses that dressed on real models.
About this community, “BPA
is the leading CTSO (Career and Technical Student Organization) for students
pursuing careers in business management, office administration, information
technology and other related career fields (Business Professionals of America).
Thus, Canyon Ridge High School BPA club was able to practice the ability of
students in business management. It is also a great opportunities and advantage
for people who want to show their leadership and ability in society, and give
chance to add more social experiences in later on resumes.
1. Marsh, Heaven. "BPA Fashion Show." Edition 2 Vol 5. Canyon Ridge High School, 29 Mar. 2011.
Web. 21 Feb. 2013.
2. "About BPA." Business Professionals
of America. Business Professionals of America, 2012. Web. 21 Feb. 2013.
It's so cool how Deb picked the business club to be models in their show. That seems like such a great experience. I bet you had a blast doing it! It would've been nice if you explained a little more about what the BPA does as an organization, maybe gave a little background information on the group. I also like how you included a picture of all the girls in their dresses.
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