MAAP STARS Spring Conference

Learn. Make. Network. Compete. Excel.

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STARS Conference 24.25

Thursday and Friday, May 8th & 9th, 2025
Mayo Civic Center, Mankato

This is a two-day conference for all the chapters from around the state (approximately 300+ students). It gives students the opportunity to demonstrate artistic, career, and life skills theyhave developed. Students participate in a wide variety of competitive and demonstrations events.

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MAAP STARS Award Winners 2023

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Educators receive Special Recognition

These three educators received special recognition at this year's conference, working tirelessly since the very beginning of MAAP STARS. We wouldn't be here without you!

MAAP Student of the Year

Congratulations to MAAP STARS Student of the Year, Mario Linares!

Mario attends Albert Lea ALC.

Advisor of the Year

Congratulations, Paula Olson!

Thank you for your dedication to students in Minnesota!

Special Recognition

Thank you Nicci Seifert and Karna Johnson for your years of dedicated services to students in Minnesota and our MAAP network.

MAAP Presidential Award

MAAP President Brad Jensen hands out the MAAP Presidential Award to Deb Nelson. Congratulations, Deb!

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