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HOSA chapter launches at District 99, students plan food drive and competitions
Summary
Students and sponsor Kathy McDonald introduced a new HOSA (Future Health Professionals) chapter at District 99, outlined volunteer work (a two‑week food drive and pediatric blanket project), competitive event pathways and scholarship opportunities.
Student leaders of a new HOSA (Future Health Professionals) chapter at Community High School District 99 presented their plans to the school board, highlighting volunteer work, professional speakers and competitive events that can lead to scholarships.
Kathy McDonald, the certified school nurse at North High, described HOSA’s mission and national recognition, saying the organization "promotes career opportunities in the health industry and enhances delivery of quality health care to all people." Student co‑founder Kira Chaudhry said the club aims to "expose students to the variety of different health care careers" and to offer volunteering and competition experiences that build skills and networks.
Students outlined ongoing work: a two‑week fish‑pantry food drive for a Downers Grove pantry, a blanket project for pediatric cancer patients and plans to attend virtual December competitions with state‑level advancement for top performers. Club officers said competitions focus on practical demonstrations — for example, CPR skills — and noted the scholarship opportunities those events can unlock.
The board thanked the students for the initiative and community focus. The presentation closed with board members encouraging the students to continue the work and pursue health careers.
The board allowed the students to leave after the presentation; trustees moved on to the next agenda items.
