Teen Times Fall 2020

Fall 2020

Magazine for Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, Inc.

In This Issue:

Meet the New NEC 2020–2021 National Executive Council

Celebrate FCCLA’s 75th Anniversary Lead and Learn Virtually “Beyond Measure”

+ The National Road Safety Foundation is proud to partner with FCCLA The National Road Safety Foundation (NRSF) is a non-profit group that’s been promoting safe driving for nearly 60 years.

We’ve got lots of great programs and resources to help talk about safe driving.

We sponsor the Safe Rides-Save Lives PSA Challenge, offering a $3,500 prize to the FCCLA Chapter that submits the best idea for a public service announcement about safe driving.

Opened now, deadline date is 3/1/21.

This fall we are expanding our partnership to include support for a major initiative of FCCLA’s FACTS program -- the Teen Road Safety Assessment (Teen RSA).

In the past, more than 1,000 FCCLA members in dozens of schools conducted Teen RSAs to identify potential dangers at intersections near their schools. Our sponsorship this academic year will expand the reach of the Teen RSA, engaging more youth traffic safety advocates to conduct assessments of school intersections and then advocate for infrastructure solutions to prevent deaths and injuries.

NRSF – Partnering with Youth for Safer Roads The National Road Safety Foundation • 18 East 50th Street • New York, NY 10022 • www.nrsf.org www.teenlane.org • Director of Operations, Michelle Anderson • 212-837-4854 • info@nrsf.org

Teen Times is the national magazine of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, a career and technical student organization that helps young men and women become leaders and address important personal, family, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences education, or as determined by the state department of education.

NATIONAL STAFF

Sandy Spavone, Executive Director Marla Burk, CMP, Director of Conferences Beth Carpenter, Director of Programs Mark Hornby, CPA, CAE, SHRM-CP, Director of Operations Karen Patti, Director of Leadership Janet Ryder, Director of Communications Catherine Lewis, North Carolina Executive Director Christine Hollingsworth, Senior Competitive Events Manager Kelley Conners, CMP, Senior Conference Manager Caitlin Garrity, Membership Manager Marissa Kunerth, Communications and Public Relations Manager Abigail Lee, Partnership Manager Margaret Mainguy, Programs Manager Ashley Nelson, CFCS, Professional Development Manager Ana Torres, Accounting Manager Coryn Green, Digital Media Coordinator Noelle Barge, Administrative Assistant Michelle Hedrick, Executive Assistant Anna MacDonald, Finance and Membership Assistant Sara Quinn, Conference Assistant

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Welcome to a New Year with FCCLA

The start of a new school year is often a time of excitement and anticipation. Although this year is unlike any other, I am confident FCCLA members will continue to impact families, careers, and communities “Beyond Measure!”

Whether you’re hoping to further explore FCCLA’s four Career Pathways, participate in FCCLA’s new Stand Up National Program, compete in one of 50+ Competitive Events, or join in celebrating FCCLA’s 75th anniversary, we are excited to have more than 182,000 members from across the nation a part of the Ultimate Leadership Experience.

This year’s theme challenges members to think outside the box as you define for yourself what it means to BE ME! Whether you are seeking to grow “Beyond Measure,” influence “Beyond Measure,” explore “Beyond Measure,” or lead “Beyond Measure,” through participation in FCCLA, you have the opportunity to expand your leadership potential and develop skills for life.

FCCLA’s National Staff and Board of Directors are working diligently to plan and prepare for the year ahead. I look forward to seeing the success this year brings for our FCCLA family and cannot wait to serve with you!

Sincerely,

FCCLA Executive Director

Hello FCCLA, This year’s theme “Beyond Measure” encourages members to challenge themselves, embrace their talents, develop new skills, and follow their career passions. It’s important to remember that everyone starts somewhere, and that everything you learn in FCCLA will help you grow to be the best possible version of yourself. Get ready, this year through FCCLA you will truly discover what it means to BE ME! While living through these unprecedented times, it is important that we seek out the positives every chance we have—and what better way than getting involved in FCCLA? With this issue of Teen Times, you have the tools to strengthen your real world skills and discover a variety of leadership opportunities.

I am so excited to see all that you accomplish this year! Make sure you tag the NEC on Instagram (@fcclanec) and the official National FCCLA Instagram (@nationalfccla) so we can stay up-to-date on how you are engaging in FCCLA “Beyond Measure!”

I look forward to serving this year with you!

Supriya Patel FCCLA National President

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OVERVIEW

& IMPACT OF

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a national nonprofit student organization that helps youth develop leadership and workplace skills to prepare for both college and careers through peer-to-peer education, community engagement, and the application of skills learned in the Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) classroom.

FCCLA ENGAGES: • • •

Students through career exploration and leadership development Teachers to support FCS education Business and industry leaders to enhance opportunities for members

FCCLA EMPOWERS STUDENTS TO: • • • •

Balance career and family responsibilities Develop leadership skills Practice STEM skills Build technical skills in Family and Consumer Sciences related careers

KEY DATA 182,000+ members annually

6,600+ Family and Consumer Sciences advisers

5,200+

chapters across the nation

3,500+

Competitive Event participants annually

16,000,000+

U.S. citizens on average are reached annually through community service and youth-led projects

$2 Million+

in scholarships and awards provided annually

FCCLA MEMBERS LEARN EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS BY: • • • •

Developing teamwork, creativity, leadership, responsibility, and time management skills Practicing and demonstrating technical skills for FCSrelated careers Learning directly from industry professionals Exploring opportunities to practice and develop these skills

IMPACT FACTS 85%

of FCCLA members have a 3.0 or higher GPA

73%

of FCCLA members take advanced courses

59% Citation: myCollegeOptions®/FCCLA research study (2019). National sample includes 25,558 high school FCS students and 449 FCS educators.

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of FCS teachers believe FCCLA has made teaching more meaningful and engaging to students

www.fcclainc.org | national@fcclainc.org

Youth Leaders

Meet the 2020-2021 National Executive Council

Supriya Patel

Weston Buhr

Grade: Senior State: Minnesota Fun Fact: Supy has been a vegetarian her whole life.

Dream Job: Pediatric Dermatologist or Physician’s Assistant

Grade: Senior State: Colorado Fun Fact: Weston can play six instruments.

Dream Job: Professional Pianist

National President

Supriya (Supy) Patel has been an active and involved FCCLA member since ninth grade. Last year, she served as Minnesota FCCLA’s Vice President of Public Relations. She also previously served as her Chapter’s President. Along with FCCLA, she is a varsity swimmer and participates in Women for Change, National Honor Society, and Knowledge Bowl. Outside of school, she swims on a local club team and takes voice lessons. She enjoys reading, traveling, yoga, and playing with her English bulldog. After high school, she plans to attend college on a pre-med track.

Hannah Jones

National First Vice President Grade: Senior State: Kentucky Fun Fact: Hannah is lactose intolerant but cheese is her favorite food.

Dream Job: Obstetrician For the past four years, Hannah has been an active member of FCCLA. She has served as Kentucky’s Region 15 President and Kentucky FCCLA’s State Vice President of Individual Programs. Apart from FCCLA, Hannah is an active member in her church and youth group, dance team and varsity volleyball captain, an avid volunteer in her community and a Rae of Sunshine Ambassador. Hannah loves traveling, singing, and learning new things. After high school, Hannah plans to attend the University of Kentucky and later attend medical school and study to become an Obstetrician.

Favorite Beverage Sweet Tea Ale-8 Orange Vanilla Coca-Cola Iced Tea Carmel Frappuccino Diet Strawberry Limeade Iced Almond Milk Latte

Favorite Music/ Performer Taylor Swift Dolly Parton Ariana Grande Harry Styles R&B Post Malone Pentatonix John Legend Rex Orange County

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National Vice President of Community Service

For the past three years, Weston Buhr has been actively involved in FCCLA. He has competed in two state and national conferences, achieving gold medals in both National Programs in Action - Power of One and Chapter Service Project Display. He most recently served as Colorado’s FCCLA Second Vice President as well as the Arkansas Valley District President. In addition to FCCLA, Weston is deeply passionate about music and uses his musical talents to bring his community free piano concerts every December. Weston hopes to use his love of service to inspire other FCCLA members to give back to their families, schools, communities, states, and country.

Melanie Mendonca

National Vice President of Competitive Events Grade: Senior State: New Jersey Fun Fact: Melanie was born on the same day as Selena Gomez.

Dream Job: Clinical Psychiatrist Melanie Mendonca has been an active member in FCCLA for the past three years. Most recently, she served as the Co-President for New Jersey FCCLA and as her Chapter’s Communications Officer.

Outside of FCCLA, Melanie has been scouting as a Girl Scout for the past seven years and participates as an altar-server in her church. She is also a member of National Honor Society, National Technical Honor Society, and French Alliance. In her free time, she enjoys playing her guitar, trying new cuisines with her friends and family, and traveling at any opportunity she gets! Melanie aspires to serve her community by becoming a clinical psychiatrist.

Favorite Candy

Faith Honey Anderson

Hot Tamales Haribo Gummy Bears Reese’s Skittles Crunch Kit Kat Hershey’s Milk Chocolate Bars Almond Joy Snickers Chocolate Covered Gummy Bears

Grade: Junior State: Wyoming Fun Fact: Faith Honey’s first vehicle was a 1984 Ford F-150.

Dream Job: Licensed Social Worker

National Vice President of Development

FCCLA has been an instrumental part of Faith Honey Anderson’s life for the past four years. Serving as a Wyoming District Officer, State Parliamentarian, and both Chapter President and Public Relations Officer, she has learned a variety of skills that she will carry with her into the future. With a heart for helping others, she is ready to serve in her family, future career, and community. With the schedule flexibility that comes with being an online student, Faith Honey is involved in numerous activities alongside FCCLA, such as serving on the Wyoming State 4-H Leadership Team, and being an American Legion Auxiliary Junior Member.

Youth Leaders

Kaden Fox

Regan Rhymes

Grade: Senior State: Kansas Fun Fact: Kaden’s favorite subject in school is math.

Dream Job: Orthodontist

Grade: Junior State: North Carolina Fun Fact: Regan can recite over 100 digits of Pi. Dream Job: Registered Dietitian

National Vice President of Finance

Kaden Fox has been an active member of FCCLA for five years.

He has served in multiple chapter office positions, as his District’s President, and most recently as the Kansas FCCLA State Vice President of Corporate Relations and Finance. Kaden has always been passionate about and driven to make a positive impact in the lives of others. Outside of FCCLA, Kaden is the head drum major for his school’s marching band, the president of his school’s coffee shop, an officer in his school’s Student Council, and is a member of National Honor Society and Math Club. In his free time, Kaden enjoys spending time with family and friends and loves to travel.

National Vice President of Programs

For five years, Regan Rhymes has been an active member of FCCLA. She has served as North Carolina’s FCCLA State Vice President of Middle Schools and her school’s Chapter President. Outside of FCCLA, she is involved in Professional Choir, Spanish Honor Society, service groups, Student Council, and drug awareness organizations. In her free time, Regan enjoys baking, making music, spending time in nature, and hanging out with friends and family.

After high school, she aspires to become a registered dietitian and get her Masters of Public Health in order to help people maintain healthy lifestyles.

Logan Justice

Brynley Jones

Grade: Junior State: Kentucky Fun Fact: Logan has one sibling, a sister.

Dream Job: Criminal Defense Lawyer or FBI Agent

Grade: Senior State: Georgia Fun Fact: Brynley has been to 14 schools total in her life.

Dream Job: Politician

National Vice President of Public Relations

National Vice President of Membership

Logan Justice has been actively involved in FCCLA for six years.

Previously, he served as the Kentucky First Vice President, Kentucky Region 15 Vice President of Community Service, and in multiple chapter offices. Along with his participation in FCCLA, Logan also serves as the Co-President of the Paul Laurence Dunbar (PLD) Student Council, an Ambassador for the Rae of Sunshine Foundation, and is the Public Relations Manager of PLD Lamplighter Media Productions. In addition, he is a member of the Spanish Honor Society, Science Honor Society, PLD Golf Team, National Beta Club, and the Quill and Scroll Honor Society.

Bellamy Wooten

National Vice President of Parliamentary Law Grade: Senior State: Texas Fun Fact: Bellamy makes daily vlogs to share with her friends.

Dream Job: Cultural Anthropologist Bellamy Wooten has been a part of FCCLA for the past three years.

She has most recently served as Texas FCCLA’s Vice President of Programs and her chapter’s Regional Officer Candidate. In addition to her participation in FCCLA, Bellamy loves to stay involved in her school and community. She is an officer in Student Council, drum major of her band, a University Interscholastic League competitor, member of National Honor Society, and involved in her school’s yearbook and art club. In her free time, Bellamy loves to hang out with her friends and family. After high school, she plans to travel, study different cultures, and be a positive influence in the world.

Brynley Jones has been a FCCLA member for three years. She served as the Georgia Region 9 Officer and has hosted several workshops, developed membership campaigns, and advocated for FCCLA to legislators. She has a passion for Family and Consumer Sciences education and servant-leadership. Outside of FCCLA, Brynley enjoys National Honor Society, graphic design, sports photography, traveling, and modeling. She has traveled to over half the United States! After high school, Brynley hopes to pursue a degree in political science with a minor in a STEM-related concentration.

Favorite STAR Events

Favorite Shows

Favorite Brands

National Programs in Action Repurpose and Redesign Food Innovations Career Investigation Parliamentary Procedure FCCLA Chapter Website Design Professional Presentation Sustainability Challenge

Parks and Recreation The Office Modern Family Shark Tank Brooklyn 99 Stranger Things Criminal Minds American Idol Gilmore Girls

Adidas Lily Pulitzer Yamaha Nike Madewell Apple Abercrombie Vans Urban Outfitters

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FCCLA Financial Report

2020 FCCLA National Leadership Conference Business Session Financial Report Tate and Tryon performed an audit over the financial statement of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), which is comprised of the balance sheet as of July 31, 2019, and the related statement of activities, functional expense and cash flows for the eleven-month period then ended, and the related notes to the financial statements. This audit was performed in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAP). FCCLA received an unmodified opinion, which is the desired opinion, meaning that the financial statements are fairly presented and free of material misstatements.

For the year ended August 31, 2018, FCCLA recorded a net surplus of $849,069, comprised of revenue and expenses of $5,597,134 and $4,746,137, respectively.

Total assets increased by $937,410 to $6,487,813, led by a $946,735 increase in investments, as compared to August 31, 2018. Liabilities increased by $88,341 to $491,527, led by a $119,519 increased in accounts payable, as compared to August 31, 2018. This increase in accounts payable was due to changing of the fiscal year-end from August 31 to July 31, which resulted in an increase in expenses being accrued for the National Leadership Conference at the end of the new fiscal year.

Student Portal

Introducing the New Student Portal The student portal was designed for youth members. FCCLA is now providing students with access to FCCLA resources and providing a tool for students to keep their FCCLA records in one place. The student portal allows for FCCLA members to complete the following: • • • • • • • • • •

Apply for program awards as an individual or team Apply for scholarships Complete the online project summary form View and print your ‘My FCCLA Journey’ transcript Print your membership cards Transfer to a new chapter if you are not already submitted for affiliation Graduate yourself to Alumni & Associates (A&A) to continue your FCCLA involvement Check your affiliation status View membership resources And more!

To login, students need their membership ID number and password. Be sure to check out the student portal tutorial created by your National Vice President of Membership located on the Chapter Affiliation page of the FCCLA website.

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Conferences and Events Every year, we look forward to seeing the FCCLA family gather in different cities at conferences across the nation. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, conferences this school year will look a bit different. Out of concern for the health and safety of our members and in accordance with national guidelines, we have made the difficult decision to postpone or cancel some of our upcoming conferences.

Capitol Leadership Washington, D.C.

At this time, FCCLA is exploring the possibility of hosting Capitol Leadership in February 2021 during FCCLA Week, if travel and groups of 200 can be accommodated safely at that time. A final decision on this event will be provided by November 30, 2020.

Due to the impact of COVID-19 on travel and the ability to safely gather in large groups, FCCLA has postponed the 2020 National Fall Conference scheduled to the fall of 2021. New dates will be provided

by November 30, 2020.

National Fall Conference

Industry Immersion Chicago, IL

This Industry Immersion will focus on the Hospitality and Tourism Career Pathway and reveal more career opportunities in this field than you ever imagined. Attendees will explore career options within this pathway, engage in behind the scenes tours, experience a walking food tour, and explore the iconic “windy city!”

It will be an adventure of a lifetime as attendees use their time at the National Restaurant Show to be creative, engage with industry professionals and specialists, and gain a more in-depth understanding of the world of hospitality and tourism.

As of now, the 2021 Industry Immersion to be held in conjunction with the National Restaurant Association Tradeshow in Chicago, IL is scheduled for May 21-24, 2021. More information will be released

by January 2021.

National Leadership Conference Nashville, TN

The FCCLA National Leadership Conference is an opportunity for FCCLA members from across the country to gather and network with fellow members, attend FCCLA program workshops and leadership sessions, and participate in national STAR Events while traveling to a new destination. The National Leadership Conference is FCCLA’s largest annual event, where members and advisers are recognized for their accomplishments made throughout the school year.

At this time, FCCLA’s 2021 NLC is scheduled to take place June 27-July 1 in Nashville, Tennessee. FCCLA will continue to monitor the impact of COVID-19 on the possibility of hosting this meeting in person in conjunction with the city of Nashville and upon guidance from the National Board of Directors.

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2020-2021 Events & Deadlines 09/15– 10/15 25

MARCH 2021

SEPTEMBER 2020

• FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl TeamSmarts Quiz

01

• Membership Madness Toolkit Application Deadline

OCTOBER 2020 01

• National Consultant Team (NCT) Application Deadline

06

• FCCLA/Knowledge Matters Virtual Business Challenges Personal Finance and Fashion Registration begins

APRIL 2021 01

20

• FCCLA/Knowledge Matters Virtual Business Challenges Round 1 begins

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• Skill Demonstration Events and FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl registration deadline

01 13

NOVEMBER 2020 • Fall Affiliation Deadline • FCCLA/Knowledge Matters Virtual Business Challenges Round 1 Ends

DECEMBER 2020 08

• Virtual Leadership Experience Begins

JANUARY 2021 15

• 2021 Summer Intern Applications Due

FEBRUARY 2021 01 12 8-12

• Affiliation and Registration Deadline for Online STAR Events • First Lead4Change Challenge Deadline • National FCCLA Week: Your Story Monday, 2/8 Grow Beyond Measure Tuesday, 2/9 Influence Beyond Measure Wednesday, 2/10 Educate Beyond Measure Thursday, 2/11 Advocate Beyond Measure Friday, 2/12 Lead Beyond Measure

• Program Award Applications Due • Scholarship Applications Due: FCCLA Memorial Scholarship National Technical Honor Society Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids • Safe Rides Save Lives PSA Contest Entries Due

• Recognition Award Application Deadline: Alumni Achievement National Distinguished Service National Honorary Member National School Administrator State Adviser of the Year • National STAR Events Volunteer Awards Application Due • Membership Campaign Award Submission Due • Adviser Award Application Deadline: Adviser Mentor Educated Adviser Master Adviser Spirit of Advising • Outstanding Media Award & Chapter

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• NOC Intent to Run Form Due

01

• FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl Championship Registration Due • NLC Newcomers Scholarship Deadline

03

• National Officer Candidate Application Due

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• Second Lead4Change Deadline

31

• Competitive Events Advisory Team Nominations Due • Spring Final Affiliation Deadline

MAY 2021

06/27– 07/01 01

JUNE - JULY 2021 • National Leadership Conference Nashville, TN

AUGUST 2021 • Affiliation Opens

Events and Deadlines Communications Calendar National FCCLA has prepared the 2020–2021 Communications Calendar to help chapters nationwide promote messaging around a quarterly theme. Look for the 2020–2021 Communications Calendar in your classroom today, as you you go “Beyond Measure” through FCCLA’s quarterly themed messaging!

August/September/October #FCCLAgrows #MembershipMadness #JoinFCCLA November/December/January #FCCLAinfluences #FCCLAfamily #GivingTuesday February/March/April #FCCLAadvocates #FCCLAcareers #FCCLAWeek May/June/July #FCCLAleads #FCCLAimpact #FCCLAcommunity

COMMUNICATIO NS

2020 - 2021

CALENDAR

Strive to go “Bey ond Measure” of comparison. personal talen Challenge your ts, skills, abilities, self to embrace and career inter it means to “Be your ests as you defin Me.” Think outs e for yourself wha ide Communicatio t ns Plan into your the box when integrating FCC LA’s 2020-202 chapter’s com this school year 1 munications and ! marketing effor ts

Grow

Quarter One:

August September October

Quarter Two:

November December January

Take your chapte r’s membership to new levels by incorporating FCCLA’s Memb ership Madness and help every Toolkit student find their fit within FCCLA #FCCLAgrows . #MembershipMad ness #JoinFCCLA

Place importance on spreading gener into your passio osity, pouring n, molding your relationships, and celebrating how your unique skills help others. #FCCLAinfluence s #FCCLAfamily #GivingTuesday

Advocate Quarter Three:

February March April

Lead

Quarter Four:

May June July

Celebrate the impact FCCLA has made in equipp the next gener ation of leader ing s with real world be college- and skills to career advocate for FCCLA -ready by using your voice to and FCS educa tion. #FCCLAadvocate s #FCCLAcareers #FCCLAWeek

Take your life to new career preparation, heights through global impact , leadership develo professionalism. pment, and person Create your own al skills and talents path as you use to be successful your and communities in your familie s, careers, .

#FCCLAleads

#FCCLAimpact

#FCCLAcommunit

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fcclainc.org

Poster included in the 2020–2021 Membership Kit and available for download in the FCCLA Adviser Portal.

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Feature Story

The Ultimate Leadership Experience Celebrates its 75th Anniversary Formally known as Future Homemakers of America (FHA), Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) was founded at a convention on June 11, 1945 in Chicago, Illinois when 29 Home Economic leaders came together with the idea of creating one national student organization aimed at preparing today’s students to be tomorrow’s leaders in the home and workplace.

Since 1945, FCCLA has been addressing important personal, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) education—previously known as Home Economics. At its height, the organization’s membership peaked at 607,175 with members from 53 state associations, including Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.

Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, and Bo Jackson are a few of FCCLA’s most nationally recognized alumni.

Today, more than ten million students have been involved in FCCLA. FCCLA has touched countless lives across the nation by providing members the opportunity to participate in National Programs, compete in Competitive Events, explore Career Pathways, and attend national conferences.

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75 years later, FCCLA remains the only Career and Technical Student Organization with family as its central focus and strengthens members 21st century employability skills by preparing students for college and careers that support Career Pathways in the FCS curriculum.

As times have changed, so has FCCLA. Since its founding, FCCLA has changed its name, adopted the Ultimate Leadership Experience tagline, introduced STAR Events and FCCLA/ LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl, launched the Leadership Academy and Adviser Academy, approved red jackets as part of the official dress for national conferences, hosted its first Virtual National Leadership Conference, and more!

FCCLA officially kicked off its 75th anniversary on June 11, 2020 and will continue to celebrate 75 years strong throughout the 2020-2021 school year. FCCLA plans to recognize this major milestone by honoring state associations’ charter dates and congratulating all 75 anniversary Leadership Hall of Fame inductees at the 2021 National Leadership Conference.

In 75 years, FCCLA has created a legacy of making a difference in families, careers, and communities across America and this is only the beginning! FCCLA is thankful to have you as a part of the FCCLA family and looks forward to leading “Beyond Measure� in the years to come!

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Feature Story

Congratulations to FCCLA’s 75th Anniversary Hall of Fame Leadership Inductees As part of FCCLA’s 75th anniversary celebration, FCCLA is commemorating leaders of the past and celebrating leaders of the present. During this celebration, 75 individuals were selected to be inducted into FCCLA’s Leadership Hall of Fame.

Induction into FCCLA’s Leadership Hall of Fame is the highest honor that any member, alumni, adviser, or supporter can receive. FCCLA is pleased to announce that the following individuals have been selected for induction into FCCLA’s 75th Anniversary Leadership Hall of Fame.

Darcy Glagolich, AK Stephanie Blair, AL Kimberly Mitchell, AL Jean Weisling, AZ Annette Hayes, AR James Oviatt, CA Lisa Washmuth, CA Melissa Webb, CA Kimberly Baldwin, CO Patti Winniczuk, FL Vickie Rundbaken, GA Lynsey Singleton, GA Linda Uyehara, HI Lisa Costa, ID Theresa Golis, ID Susan Burge, IL Catherine Carter, IL Sarah Rushing, IL Alyson McIntyre-Reiger, IN Brenda Sue Osman, IN Peggy Wild, IN Janis Moore, IA Sherry Vogel, IA Pam Lamb, KS Gayla Randel, KS

Renae Spangler, KS Reeca Carver, KY Kayla Godbey, KY Angela Gott, KY Leslie Watkins, KY Dalta Gary, LA Paula Kershaw, LA Troy Anderson, MD Wendy Ambrose, MN Lori Ann Henry, MN Christine Hollingsworth, MO Debra Price, MO Catherine Felz, MT Velma Cain, NE Lisa Groth, NE Janice Steenson, NE Catherine DiGioia-Weinfield, NJ William Plastine, NJ Lucas Argon, NM Peg Helt, NY Karen Thomas, NY Reno Palombit, NC Jenny Watson, NC Mari Borr, ND Vicki Neuharth, ND

Karin Davis, OK Lesa Foster, OK Denise Morris, OK Rhonda Paul Ashburn, OK Paula Tripp, OK Julie Bell, SD Debra DeBates, SD Joline Dunbar, SD Alex Everett, TX Linda Wells, TX Nikki Sue Larkin, UT Jason Skidmore, UT Charles Carson, VA Heather Jones, VA Gracie Quarles, VA Deborah Will, VA Kathy Hahn, WA Kathleen Hendrix, WA Rene’ Ketchum, WA Cheryl Uceny, WA Sandy Spavone, WV Carolyn Barnhart, WI Elvira Schmidt, WI Elaine Staaland, WI Patty Micheli, WY

Congratulations again to FCCLA’s 75th Anniversary Leadership Hall of Fame Inductees!

These leaders will join the individuals who were inducted into FCCLA’s Hall of Fame during the 50th Anniversary celebration. Their names will forever be woven into the fabric of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.

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Varsity Crewneck

75 Year Keychain

Celebrating of excellence Collectable Plush

Anniversary Gift Bag

Camper Mug

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Get Involved with FCCLA National Programs!

FCCLA National Programs are the perfect way to connect your passion for helping others, developing your leadership skills, and planning for your future careers with your passion for FCCLA. These National Programs include project ideas to help you get started, create your plan of action, and execute a life changing experience for you and your community. Make sure you check out FCCLA’s newest program, Stand Up, available to all chapters, and become an advocate for positive change!

Career Connection

Members explore Career Pathways and develop, plan, carry out, and evaluate projects to discover their strengths and practice career-ready skills.

Community Service

Take action in your community and discover the difference you can make.

FACTS

Put the brakes on impaired driving and traffic crashes. Through this peer education program students strive to save lives through personal, vehicle, and road safety.

Families First

Discover how you can strengthen family relationships and help youth become strong family members and leaders for today and tomorrow and strengthen the family as the basic unit of society.

Financial Fitness

Members plan and carry out projects that help them and their peers learn to become wise financial managers and smart consumers, teaching one another how to make, save, and spend money wisely.

Power of One

Give yourself the power to make a positive change in your families, careers, and communities, one goal at a time.

Stand Up

New this year, the FCCLA Stand Up national peer education program guides members to develop, plan, carry out, and evaluate advocacy activities to improve the quality of life in their communities. Members develop their voice through the units: Assess, Educate, and Advocate to make a positive impact.

Student Body

Guiding members to make informed, responsible decisions about their health, providing opportunities to teach others, and developing healthy lifestyles and communication and leadership skills through the Healthy You, the Fit You, the Real You, and the Resilient You.

Remember there is an opportunity to earn funds for your chapter by submitting a Program Award Application by March 1, 2021.

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Congratulations to the 2020 Program Award Winners!

Career Connection

Community Service

High School Winner: Page County High School, VA Middle School Winner: Warren County Middle School, VA Runner Up: Liberty Middle School Knights, GA

High School Winner: Boyd County High School FCCLA, NE Middle School Winner: Fredonia Jr., KS Runner Up: Drummond High School FCCLA, OK

FACTS

Families First

High School Winner: Black River High School, OH Middle School Winner: Granville Middle School, OH Runner Up: Howells-Dodge Middle School, NE

High School Winner: Houston County High School, GA Middle School Winner: Drummond High School FCCLA, OK Runner Up: Redfield FCCLA Chapter, SD

FACTS Roadway Safety Achievement (RSA) Winner: McCracken County High School FCCLA, KY

Financial Fitness

STOP the Violence

High School Winner: Strasburg High School, VA Middle School Winner: Southeast Middle School FCCLA, NC Runner Up: Twin River Jr./Sr. High School FCCLA, NE

High School Winner: Alton FCCLA, IL Middle School Winner: Beaumont Middle FCCLA, KY Runner Up: Tushka High School FCCLA, OK

Student Body

Power of One

High School Winner: Page County High School, VA Middle School Winner: Fredonia Jr., KS Runner Up: McCracken County High School FCCLA, KY

Recipients can be viewed online at fcclainc.org.

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State-Level Recognition for Top Traffic Safety Projects

Congratulations to the 2020 $500 FACTS State-Level Award Winners!

Brookland High School, AR Houston County High School, GA Firth High School, ID Sunman Dearborn Middle School, IN Sedan Jr/Sr High School, KS McCracken County High School, KY Spring Lake Park High School, MN Linn High School, MO Conrad High School, MT Howells-Dodge High School, NE

Carlin High School, NV Clayton High School, NC Black River FCCLA, OH Oklahoma Union FCCLA, OK West Central FCCLA, SD Buffalo High School, TX Panguitch High School, UT Potomac Falls High School, VA Graham-Kapowsin High School, WA

Thanks to generous support from FCCLA’s partners, Ford Driving Skills for Life (Ford DSFL) and the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), chapters have an opportunity to earn a $500 award for participation in FCCLA’s Families Acting for Community Traffic Safety (FACTS) National Program. This peer-to-peer education program engages youth in a better understanding of personal, vehicle, and road safety.

Traffic crashes are one of the greatest threats to youth safety and they are preventable. Get your chapter engaged in FACTS and do your part to save lives through traffic safety awareness and advocacy.

How to Earn $500 and Make a Difference Step 1: Go to FCCLA’s website to gain access to free traffic safety resources and activities that you can bring home to your school and community. Also, be sure to check out free traffic safety resources by visiting the resource area on the Ford Driving Skills for Life website. You can also participate in the interactive The Academy and gain skills and ideas you could use in your FACTS projects! fcclainc.org Step 2: Plan and lead a FACTS project before March 1, 2021.

Step 3: Apply for a FACTS program award via the FCCLA portal. All FACTS applications will be personally reviewed by traffic safety experts at your state’s Office of Highway Safety. These experts will select the top project from their state and that chapter will receive a $500 FACTS state-level award!

Visit the FCCLA website at fcclainc.org to learn how to apply by March 1, 2021.

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Raise Funds and Learn New Skills with FCCLA Partners

Get Involved

FCCLA is proud to partner with like-minded organizations to offer exciting sponsored initiatives to chapters. Take a look through the opportunities below to learn fun ways your chapter can build skills and earn awards!

Spread affordable internet with Access from AT&T

The internet can empower lives with access to essential resources, but only for those who can connect to it. That’s why FCCLA needs your help to spread the word about Access from AT&T, an affordable internet service available for low-income families in 21 states across the country. Sign up to promote this opportunity in your community with the help of your school counselor, an online promotion, or partner with your local school food distribution program to hand out flyers to eligible families. The first 40 chapters to report their event back to National FCCLA will earn $250! This is a simple and effective service project.

Lead4Change Student Leadership Program

FCCLA’s National Outreach Project, Lead4Change Student Leadership Program, is helping to fill a gap in middle and high school education by giving students the opportunity to lead, create, and implement team projects designed to meet a need in their school, local, or global community. With Lead4Change, your chapter not only has access to free lessons, but can also enter the Lead4Change Challenge for the chance to win $10,000 for your school or charity! Sign up now at Lead4Change.org. Congratulations to all 26 FCCLA chapters that received awards in 2020!

Safe Rides Save Lives PSA Contest

Empowered by FACTS and sponsored by the National Road Safety Foundation (NRSF), the Safe Rides Save Lives PSA contest is an opportunity for FCCLA members to create a public service announcement (PSA) encouraging their peers to make safe choices on the road. Put your creativity to the test with this year’s theme: seat belt safety. Entries are due March 1, 2021.

FACTS Project Award Winner in Every State

FCCLA has partnered with Ford Driving Skills for Life (Ford DSFL) and the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) to award the top FACTS project in each state a $500 cash prize. Simply conduct a FACTS project during the school year and submit a program award application by March 1, 2021, for your chance to win. All state winners will also be considered for a national award!

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Competitive Events Overview Welcome to the start of a new school year and some exciting changes to FCCLA’s Competitive Event opportunities! Here’s what you can expect in the 2020–2021 competition year:

FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl The FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl has been restructured to allow the teams to compete virtually. All teams will begin with online TeamSmarts competition, may advance to live, virtual competition, and the top 16 teams will qualify for the 2021 National Leadership Conference championship. Learn more about the great resources for teams at www.lifesmarts.org.

FCCLA/Knowledge Matters Virtual Business Challenge–Personal Finance and Fashion The FCCLA/Knowledge Matters Virtual Business Challenges–Personal Finance competition continues, and a new FCCLA Fashion competition has been added!

Be sure to check out these free, online competitions at www.knowledgematters.com.

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Skill Demonstration Events

Students Taking Action with Recognition (STAR) Events

Skill Demonstration Events continue with virtual competitions this fall!

These events allow you to put into action skills and knowledge learned in your Family and Consumer Sciences courses. Which event will you attempt?

STAR Events continue to grow and change! The events now offered at the national level are listed below. Be sure to check with your state association to determine what events are available to you both virtually and in-person!

• Culinary Food Art • Culinary Knife Skills • Fashion Sketch • F CCLA Creed Speaking and Interpretation • Interior Design Sketch • Interviewing Skills • P astry Arts Technical Decorating Skills • Speak Out for FCCLA • #TeachFCS • Technology in Teaching • Toys that Teach

Online Challenge Testing: • • • • • • • • • •

Consumer Math Culinary Math Early Childhood Education and Training Fashion Construction and Design FCCLA Knowledge Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation Interior Design Nutrition Science in FCS

• Baking and Pastry • Career Investigation • Chapter in Review Display or Portfolio • Chapter Service Project Display or Portfolio • Culinary Arts • Culinary Math Management • Digital Stories for Change • Early Childhood Education • Entrepreneurship • Event Management • Fashion Construction • Fashion Design • FCCLA Chapter Website • Focus on Children • Food Innovations • Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation • Interior Design • Instructional Video Design • Interpersonal Communications

• Job Interview • Leadership • National Programs in Action • Nutrition and Wellness • Parliamentary Procedure • Professional Presentation • Promote and Publicize FCCLA! • Public Policy Advocate • Repurpose and Redesign • Say Yes to FCS Education • Sports Nutrition • Sustainability Challenge • Teach and Train

Be sure to ask your chapter adviser for information on all of FCCLA’s Competitive Events. The 2020–2021 Competitive Events Guide is available to all affiliated advisers in the FCCLA Adviser Portal and to all affiliated students in the FCCLA Student Portal.

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FCCLA Week

Join FCCLA members from across the nation to lead “Beyond Measure” during FCCLA Week, February 8–12, 2021!

Top Five List to Prepare for FCCLA Week:

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8 Grow Beyond Measure Fire up FCCLA Week by sharing with your classmates why and how FCCLA has helped you grow “Beyond Measure!”

#GrowBeyondMeasure

Make a Plan Check out this year’s FCCLA Week themes and work with your chapter to plan your ideas to implement in your community each day. Don’t wait too long to make your plan. You’ll need time to prepare and carry out the rest of the items in our top five list.

Connect with Other FCCLA Chapters Want to make a big splash? Try connecting with other local FCCLA chapters to double up on your FCCLA Week efforts! Reach out to your state officers to find out how to get connected with other chapters.

Invite People Do your research and identify local leaders, business owners, community representatives, and policymakers who may be interested in your efforts. Create personalized invitations for your FCCLA Week events and try to hand deliver them if possible.

Create Buzz Before FCCLA Week Once you have a plan in place, promote it! Use social media, flyers, and personal invitations to let students at your school know about the events. Network with other clubs at your school and invite them to help. Don’t forget to create a press release about your event to get local media involved!

Thank Your Supporters One of the best ways you can earn continued support is to thank community members for the work they’ve done. Send thank you cards to the VIPs you invited—even if they did not attend. Thank your school administration, parents, teachers, and others students who helped you, and, most importantly, thank your fellow FCCLA members and adviser for a job well done!

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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9 Influence Beyond Measure As a member of FCCLA, you influence others “Beyond Measure” through community service, leadership skills, and your attitude. Share who your influences are and how you’ve influenced others! #InfluenceBeyondMeasure

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10 Educate Beyond Measure Take part in Family and Consumer Sciences Educator Day by thanking the educators in your life and sharing how they are “Beyond Measure!”

#FCCLAEducateBeyondMeasure

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 11 Advocate Beyond Measure Share with others how FCCLA has allowed you to advocate “Beyond Measure” for your future careers as well as your independent adult life.

How have you learned how to “adult?”

#AdvocateBeyondMeasure

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 12 Lead Beyond Measure Lead “Beyond Measure” by showing your FCCLA spirit. Red out and decorate your day with red clothing, signs, food, and decorations!

#LeadBeyondMeasure

Lead4Change

Opportunities & Awards

Wow! Who would have predicted the events of this 2020 year? We miss every FCCLA student and love each opportunity to connect with you through virtual sessions, hearing about your projects and service, or celebrating your achievements!

Until we are back together in person, we know that you are willing and able to stay connected with others and to find your purpose as you lead and serve. The Lead4Change program is still a great way to achieve these goals. All of our materials work perfectly in a virtual environment.

Did you know that students can register for free on Lead4Change.org and have instant access to the lessons and resources? Yes, that’s right! The lessons can be student led and completed in teams of three or more. When you are ready, an adult teacher, adviser, or parent can enter your work in the Lead4Change Challenge.

If you need idea starters for projects you can do virtually or with physical distancing, check out the guide we have developed from projects we’ve seen in the past. Your projects – your ideas!

Make this year your best year ever. Do you need …

• Leadership Lessons • Project Ideas • A better understanding of what is Lead4Change Find all of these answers and more by registering as a Lead4Change member at lead4change.org/register.

Membership is free and student teams who enter the Lead4Change Challenge will receive Certificates of Completion and Graduation Honor Cords.

FCCLA has many Lead4Change Challenge winning teams each year. This is your year! We can’t wait to see what you will do. Share your story on our social media sites too! Find @lead4changeorg on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

DID YOU KNOW?

LEAD4CHANGE LESSONS CAN BE STUDENT-LED AND COMPLETED VIRTUALLY > You can form a virtual or in-person team of 3 or more 6–12th grade students > Your team can enter the Lead4Change Challenge and win a grant up to $10,000 We can’t wait to see what you will do this year as you LEAD & SERVE!

YOU AND YOUR ADVISER CAN REGISTER AT

Lead4Change.org

Opportunities & Awards

The Ultimate Leadership Fund The Ultimate Leadership Fund is FCCLA’s newest annual giving campaign that provides affiliation support grants to chapters in need. Through your generous support of the Ultimate Leadership Fund, FCCLA can continue to enhance the lives of youth across the nation. This fund will provide grant dollars to students and chapters who are in need of financial assistance to affiliate within the organization. FCCLA needs your support to continue to be the Ultimate Leadership Experience for students nationwide.

THE ULTIMATE LEADERSHIP FUND

Please consider becoming a fundraiser or making a donation to help FCCLA continue to shape today’s youth for tomorrow’s careers. It is through the support from individuals like you that FCCLA is able to continue its work as the premier Career and Technical Student Organization for Family and Consumer Sciences education.

To learn more about how you can support the campaign, please visit fcclainc.org/donate.

Take Down Tobacco

Contest Ends 4/30/2021 FCCLA and the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids continue to partner to engage FCCLA members in the Take Down Tobacco advocacy program that helps students understand the dangers of tobacco and nicotine use and how their voices can help create the first tobacco and nicotine-free generation!

3 Ways Your Chapter Can Be Eligible for the Take Down Tobacco Contest 1. G uide Take Down Tobacco 101 or The Rise of Vaping trainings. Advisers or members can deliver in-person or virtual trainings at Chapter meetings, in classes, and at assemblies.

2. Students at your school can complete the online Take Down Tobacco 101 course.

3. Students at your school can complete The Rise of Vaping online course.

Awards

• T he first 25 FCCLA chapters to guide and log a Take Down Tobacco 101 or The Rise of Vaping training for a minimum of 20 students OR have at least 20 students complete the Take Down Tobacco 101 and/or The Rise of Vaping online courses will earn $150.

• FCCLA Chapters that train at least 100 students and/or have at least 100 students complete Take Down Tobacco 101 or Rise of Vaping online courses through April 30, 2021 are entered to win one of three $500 prizes (to be awarded after April 30, 2021).

Chapters may also want to use this opportunity as a Public Policy Advocate STAR event and/or to apply for a Student Body National Program Award.

For contest instructions, check out https://fcclainc.org/engage/partner-contests.

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Opportunities & Awards

Help Us Get the Message Out About Seat Belt Safety!

Empowered by FACTS and sponsored by The National Road Safety Foundation (NRSF), FCCLA is proud to offer the Safe Rides—Save Lives PSA Contest! This initiative is an excellent opportunity for FCCLA members to display their creativity and advocacy as they encourage their peers to make safe choices on the road.

2020-2021 PSA CONTEST

• Mission: Create a video PSA that is exactly 25 seconds • Audience: Teen Drivers and Passengers • Topic: The theme for the 2020-2021 PSA contest is seat belt safety.

•W hy: The PSA goal is to develop and send teen-friendly messages to prevent traffic crashes and save lives.

•H ow: Go to www.nrsf.org and use resources from the National Road Safety Foundation to craft the video’s message. Be sure to review the official contest rules before filming.

• When: Video submissions are due March 1, 2021.

AWARDS

Cash prizes are awarded directly to the individual or group of top three submissions.

1st Place - $3,500 2nd Place - $1,000 3rd Place - $500

Video submissions are due on or before March 1, 2021, at 11:59 PM ET.

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OpportunitiesJust & Awards for Fun

Virtual Leadership Experience FCCLA is excited to offer our first-ever Virtual Leadership Experience (VLE), a virtual enrichment program for chapter advisers to integrate FCCLA into their FCS classroom with career experts and FCCLA leaders.

VLE will be hosted on a virtual platform, December 8, 2020 through February 12, 2021 and can be accessed through the comfort and convenience of your home or classroom.

VLE will provide advisers and students the opportunity to hear from motivational speakers, strengthen real world skills, navigate a College and Industry Resource Fair, meet the 2020-2021 National Executive Council, explore Career Pathways, discover National Program presentations, and more! All Career Pathway and National Program presentations will be delivered in lesson plan format to empower advisers to incorporate all the enrichment videos, presentations, and activities into their FCS classroom through the lesson plans, resources, and materials provided. In addition to the VLE content, the Skill Demonstration Events winners and the FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl qualifiers will be announced.

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Opportunities & Awards

Go For the Red Go For the Red is an FCCLA membership campaign that provides incentives for members and chapters working to increase membership. Go For the Red challenges students to recruit, retain, and recognize members. Lead your chapter “Beyond Measure” and Go For the Red. Awards are presented to individuals and chapters showcasing excellent recruitment skills.

INDIVIDUAL AWARD

Individuals who recruit three or more members can apply for the individual award. All participants that meet the qualifications and deadline will be entered into a drawing for one of the three prize options listed below.

Five awardees will be picked at random from those that qualify. All awardees will be provided with an electronic certificate of achievement.

Prize Options: • AirPods • $150 Amazon Gift Card • JBL Flip 5 Speaker

CHAPTER AWARD

Chapters that increase their members by 10 (bronze), 15 (silver), or 20 (gold) members from the previous year can apply for the chapter award. All participants that meet the qualifications and deadline will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win one of three $200 cash prizes. All chapter awardees will also be provided with an electronic certificate of achievement.

• Bronze Level – one entry into the raffle for cash prize • Silver Level – two entries into the raffle for cash prize • Gold Level – three entries into the raffle for cash prize All members who attend NLC will receive a special Go For the Red ribbon.

Visit fcclainc.org/join/membership-campaign to apply.

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Opportunities & Awards

Adult Awards

FCCLA members have amazing support and leadership examples through the adults involved in the organization.

The Alumni Achievement Award recognizes former members who have distinguished themselves in a chosen field of endeavor.

The Distinguished Service Award recognizes outstanding contributions and continuing service by individuals whose primary responsibilities are directly related to the organization’s programs.

The Honorary Membership Award recognizes persons whose professional responsibilities are not directly related to the organization but who have made outstanding contributions and provide continuing service to the national organization.

The National School Administrator Award recognizes and honors local administrators who give outstanding support to the organization on the local, state, and national levels. This application is due March 1, 2021 to State Advisers.

State Adviser of the Year Award recognizes one individual who exemplifies professional management of the state association, dedication to FCCLA, and strong support of the national organization and its programs.

Adviser Awards

Did you know that FCCLA offers four national awards to FCCLA advisers?

The Spirit of Advising Award is nominated by State Advisers and recognizes those who are constantly faithful and working to ensure the success of their students.

The Master Adviser Award recognizes advisers who organize, integrate, and facilitate their chapters to the highest of standards.

The Adviser Mentor Award recognizes advisers who provide leadership and service to their fellow advisers.

The Educated Adviser Award recognizes advisers who go above and beyond in their professional development.

Applications for the Master Adviser and Adviser Mentor awards are due to State Advisers February 1, 2021.

Educated Adviser Award applications are due to National FCCLA April 1, 2021. All applications and additional information can be found on the National FCCLA website.

Applications can be found on the National FCCLA website and are due April 1, 2021.

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Advisers Facebook Group More than 3,300 FCCLA advisers from across the nation are members of National FCCLA’s private Facebook group. This FCCLA adviser-only Facebook group is a great resource for sharing ideas and resources. Some of FCCLA’s National Staff and Consultants are also members and available to help answer questions! Some of the most popular topics include fundraising ideas, Competitive Events, lesson plans, advocacy, chapter management, and much more!

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Partner Power

FCCLA Partnerships

FCCLA is pleased to announced that we have partnered with the Culinary School of Fort Worth to provide additional scholarships for national Competitive Event winners. The Culinary School of Fort Worth is a nationally accredited culinary institution that offers a more personal, hands-on approach to education for their students.

Their small teacher-to-student ratio and professionally trained faculty provides students with the opportunity to be prepared for an exciting career in the industry.

Start preparing your STAR Events and chance to win a scholarship at NLC! Scholarships will be offered from the Culinary School of Fort Worth for the following events during the 2020-2021 school year.

• • • • • • • • • • •

Baking and Pastry Culinary Arts Culinary Math Management Entrepreneurship Food Innovations Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation Job Interview National Programs in Action Nutrition and Wellness Sports Nutrition Sustainability Challenge

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION • O ne $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to each member on the highest scoring Level 3 team (or individual) for each of the STAR Events outlined above at the 2021 National Leadership Conference.

• One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to each member on the highest scoring Level 3 team for each of the STAR Events outlined above at the 2021 Texas State Leadership Conference.

• One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to any FCCLA student leaders who serve as State President during their membership in FCCLA. (Must serve during or after the 2020-2021 term) • One $1,000 scholarship will be awarded to FCCLA student leaders who serve as a National Officer during their membership in FCCLA. (Must serve during or after the 2020-2021 term) • These scholarships are only able to be used at the Culinary School of Fort Worth.

• These scholarships above are non-transferrable.

• These scholarships must be used the following fall or spring after the student’s graduation from high school.

• These scholarships cannot be stacked. If a student has been awarded multiple competition scholarships to attend the Culinary School of Fort Worth, only the highest amount will be honored.

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Virtual Learning

Tips and Tricks for Virtual Learning and Leading COVID-19 has changed the way we live, lead, and learn. Not only has the coronavirus pandemic brought countless changes to our day-to-day lives, it has drastically affected society as a whole. Instead of learning in traditional classrooms, many students are now logging onto computers this school year. This sudden shift has challenged everyone to navigate a new normal filled with distance learning, remote working, social distancing, and mask mandates.

During this unprecedented time, FCCLA remains committed to prioritizing the health, safety, and well-being of its members, advisers, and supporters, and is working diligently to provide helpful tools and resources to enhance this school year. Check out FCCLA’s five tips and tricks to successfully lead and learn “Beyond Measure” this year!

1. CREATE A ROUTINE

4. INVOLVE OTHERS

Find a schedule that works for you and stick to it.

Designate a workspace with minimal distractions as this will provide structure and allow you to successfully focus on your assignments and activities. Make adjustments as needed and schedule breaks to avoid burnout.

Stay connected and continue to seek new opportunities and experiences. Involve others by working together to overcome challenges and celebrating accomplishments.

Utilize social media and video conferencing platforms to keep in touch with old friends and network with new. Invite classmates to join the Ultimate Leadership Experience and participate in future virtual conferences as well as upcoming meetings and events.

2. SET GOALS Identify what you want to achieve and the steps you need to take to accomplish your goals. Write down your goals and tell others to make them feel more tangible. Create an action plan, formulate a timeline, and ask others for help when you need it. Don’t forget to celebrate after you meet your goal! Try expanding your goals to include health and fitness, school, career, financial, personal, and family goals as you work to improve all areas of your life.

3. MAINTAIN MOTIVATION Don’t become discouraged. Surround yourself with supportive people and remind yourself of your success.

Keep a positive attitude by thinking self-affirming thoughts and creating a mental picture of the goal you are working toward. Remember to reward yourself and thank others along the way!

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5. HAVE FUN Strive to make the most out of everything! Use your free time to pick up a new hobby, explore FCCLA’s four Career Pathways, volunteer, spend time with family or friends, or whatever else you’ve always wanted to do.

Prioritizing having fun while learning and leading this school year through FCCLA!

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Proud to be the safe driving sponsor of FCCLA Ford Driving Skills for Life is a FREE program developed in 2003 to address the leading cause of death among teenagers in the United States — vehicles crashes.

Teens will drive vehicles on a closed course under the supervision of professional instructors, improving their skills in these key areas: u Hazard Recognition

u Speed Management

• The point of no return • How to scan for trouble • Minimizing distractions • Safety zones • Minimum vision lead time • Approaching and turning left at intersections

u Vehicle Handling

• Driving at a speed that doesn’t endanger or impede others • Using proper signals and covering the brake • Conventional braking systems versus anti-lock braking (ABS) systems • Emergency braking techniques

u Space Management

• Contact road patches • How acceleration, deceleration, braking and turns affect vehicle balance • Adjusting to a vehicle’s size and weight • How to recover from skids in front and rear-wheel drive vehicles

u Distracted and Impaired Driving

• Maintaining space around, ahead of and behind your vehicle • Learning how to adjust speed • Maintaining a safe distance between vehicles • How to avoid being rear-ended and avoiding a head-on crash

• Ford DSFL also addresses distracted driving and impaired driving in both the hands-on and web-based curriculum.

Join our Notification List If you’re interested in being informed of upcoming events in your area, sign up for our notification list. https://www.drivingskillsforlife.com/events-cat/get-notified

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Registration is limited. Teens with a driving permit or license are eligible. For more information and to register, please visit www.drivingskillsforlife.com.