More than 6,500 members, advisers and guests from across the nation put their Imagination in Action for the 2011 National Leadership Conference (NLC), July 10-14. FCCLA members and chapters were recognized at NLC for being national program award winners, scholarship recipients, increasing membership, and more! Attendees also participated in youth sessions, adviser professional development, and competitive events.
The National Executive Council carried out the theme “NLC Live” through the general sessions, as they went behind the scenes to showcase The Ultimate Leadership Experience! The conference highlighted several speakers who inspired and motivated attendees about the power of potential, including, Chef Jeff Henderson, Patrick Kasper, and Albert Mensah. STAR Events, FCCLA Contests, and Family and Consumer Sciences Knowledge Bowl were an exciting way for members to showcase and be recognized for their hard work on projects they completed throughout the year.
Conference delegates also conducted business of the organization. They elected the 2011-2012 National Executive Council and passed two bylaw amendments regarding voting delegates and voting. At the closing general session FCCLA was able to donate a check totaling $267,225 to Children’s Miracle Network. The sights and attractions in and around Anaheim also had members excited to be at NLC. From Disneyland to Los Angeles tours, there was something for every member to enjoy. The friendships, memories, and leadership skills gained at the 2011 National Leadership Conference will last a lifetime!
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
Leadership Academy- New!
On Tuesday, July 12th, students from around the country came together for the Leadership Academy. Caroline Weir, Leilani Mullins, Andrew Schantz, and Kristen Ray, members of the Leadership Training Team, all put on these workshops. Workshops focused on building certain leadership skills such as professionalism, networking, and communication. Not only that, some of the workshops focused on The Student Leadership Challenge’s areas of “Enable Others to Act” and “Encourage the Heart.”
Students participating in the session worked together to complete tasks and build teamwork. Games and activities were utilized to encourage active participation and skill building. One of the games featured had to do with fostering collaboration. The members began with an icebreaker where they had to add on to what the person before them said, creating an uncooperative story. The game produced some giggles and achieved its purpose of bringing members together for some fun and collaboration, but the story was nonsensical so was followed up by one that did make sense. Then, they wrapped up by making a cooperative story to bring together the ultimate goal and lesson of collaboration.
By participating in these sessions, students got a better overall understanding of leadership skills that they possess and can develop even further. Students were able to work together, network, and have fun!
Students participating in the session worked together to complete tasks and build teamwork. Games and activities were utilized to encourage active participation and skill building. One of the games featured had to do with fostering collaboration. The members began with an icebreaker where they had to add on to what the person before them said, creating an uncooperative story. The game produced some giggles and achieved its purpose of bringing members together for some fun and collaboration, but the story was nonsensical so was followed up by one that did make sense. Then, they wrapped up by making a cooperative story to bring together the ultimate goal and lesson of collaboration.
By participating in these sessions, students got a better overall understanding of leadership skills that they possess and can develop even further. Students were able to work together, network, and have fun!
National Officer Elections
The 2011 National Officer Candidates (NOC) rocked it at the 2011 FCCLA National Leadership Conference! The twenty candidates were selected from the total number of candidates by the nominating committee. The speeches were held in two groups, one in the morning and one after lunch. All of the speeches were memorized and had to be three minutes or less.
Each candidate added their own flare to the election process with their “one-of-a-kind” speeches. They were very polished in their business attire as they graced the stage. The speeches focused on how FCCLA promotes diversity and evolves to changing times.
While listening to the speeches, members and voting delegates were inspired by the accomplishments of the NOC’s. Their speeches gave insight into the many opportunities that FCCLA offers. Once done with the speeches, the candidates headed over to participate in the FishBowl, where the voting delegates posed questions to the candidates. Elections took place later on in the evening as each state casted their vote for the ten candidates. Results were announced the next morning after a run-off was held. The ten newly elected National Officers are listed below:
■Miguel Astello, Texas
■Tori Coates, Oklahoma
■Alex Durham, Arkansas
■Ariana Lake, Montana
■Kaylen Larson, Minnesota
■Kristy Paquette, Texas
■Jessica Pope, Georgia
■Jessie Pratt, Wisconsin
■Kelcie Sturgeon, West Virginia
■Hannah Wright, Nebraska
Congratulations to all of the National Officer Canidates for your hardwork and dedication to the organization!
Each candidate added their own flare to the election process with their “one-of-a-kind” speeches. They were very polished in their business attire as they graced the stage. The speeches focused on how FCCLA promotes diversity and evolves to changing times.
While listening to the speeches, members and voting delegates were inspired by the accomplishments of the NOC’s. Their speeches gave insight into the many opportunities that FCCLA offers. Once done with the speeches, the candidates headed over to participate in the FishBowl, where the voting delegates posed questions to the candidates. Elections took place later on in the evening as each state casted their vote for the ten candidates. Results were announced the next morning after a run-off was held. The ten newly elected National Officers are listed below:
■Miguel Astello, Texas
■Tori Coates, Oklahoma
■Alex Durham, Arkansas
■Ariana Lake, Montana
■Kaylen Larson, Minnesota
■Kristy Paquette, Texas
■Jessica Pope, Georgia
■Jessie Pratt, Wisconsin
■Kelcie Sturgeon, West Virginia
■Hannah Wright, Nebraska
Congratulations to all of the National Officer Canidates for your hardwork and dedication to the organization!
Monday, July 12, 2010
2010 NLC Wrap-Up
Thank you to everyone who attended the 2010 National Leadership Conference in Chicago, Illinois! FCCLA celebrated 65 Years of Leadership in the best way possible- with members, advisers, alumni, staff and guests from all over the nation.
Congratulations to the 2010-2011 National Executive Council and the outgoing NEC for doing a wonderful job onstage and during the week. Also, congratulations to all Competitive Events participants for the hard work and extreme dedication put into the conference. Your preparation paid off and everyone at FCCLA is very proud. Keep working hard and continue doing great thigns in your schools and communities.
It was a great pleasure for FCCLA to present a check for over $241,000 to Children's Miracle Network and hear from our own miracle child, Aidan. FCCLA will once again partner with Children's Miracle Network for the 2010-2011 National Outreach Project. All chapters and states are encouraged to continue fundraising for another year so we can help impact the lives of sick and injured children.
If you have any questions or comments about this year's National Leadership Meeting, please feel free to contact National Staff. Contact information can be found on the national website at www.fcclainc.org. Also, FCCLA members are encouraged to follow FCCLA on Twitter (NationalFCCLA) and Facebook (Search Family, Career and Community Leaders of America).
Thanks again for a successful conference and good luck preparing for the upcoming FCCLA year!.
Congratulations to the 2010-2011 National Executive Council and the outgoing NEC for doing a wonderful job onstage and during the week. Also, congratulations to all Competitive Events participants for the hard work and extreme dedication put into the conference. Your preparation paid off and everyone at FCCLA is very proud. Keep working hard and continue doing great thigns in your schools and communities.
It was a great pleasure for FCCLA to present a check for over $241,000 to Children's Miracle Network and hear from our own miracle child, Aidan. FCCLA will once again partner with Children's Miracle Network for the 2010-2011 National Outreach Project. All chapters and states are encouraged to continue fundraising for another year so we can help impact the lives of sick and injured children.
If you have any questions or comments about this year's National Leadership Meeting, please feel free to contact National Staff. Contact information can be found on the national website at www.fcclainc.org. Also, FCCLA members are encouraged to follow FCCLA on Twitter (NationalFCCLA) and Facebook (Search Family, Career and Community Leaders of America).
Thanks again for a successful conference and good luck preparing for the upcoming FCCLA year!.
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
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