FCCLA STAR Events Students Taking Action with Recognition

What are STAR Events?

STAR Events are competitive events in which members are recognized for proficiency and

achievement in chapter and individual projects, leadership skills, and career

preparation

They are divided into 4 categories:Foundational, Leadership, Career Preparation & Online

Foundational Events

These events, which build basic leadership & life skills, are for FCCLA members who want to

get involved and improve upon themselves.

Applied Technology Career InvestigationEntrepreneurship Environmental AmbassadorFocus on Children Illustrated TalkInterpersonal Communications Job InterviewLeadershipLife Event PlanningNutrition & Wellness Parliamentary ProcedureRecycle & Redesign

Leadership EventsThese events provide an opportunity for

leaders to gain recognition for their work in their chapters. The event content is designed to be a chapter project led by the team who

takes it to the competition.

AdvocacyChapter Service Project Manual or DisplayChapter Showcase Manual or DisplayNational Programs in ActionPromote and Publicize FCCLA

Career Preparation Events

These events are for students interested in a specific career area. Most events are for only students who have taken the related classes &

spent time building career specific skills and knowledge, but a few events are open to students

who want to explore a specific career path.

Culinary Arts Early ChildhoodFashion Construction Fashion DesignFood Innovations Interior DesignTeach & Train Hospitality, Tourism & Recreation

Online Events

These events have two participation levels. In Level I, participants submit their online, digital project for

evaluation. In Level II, the 20 highest scoring entries are invited to present their digital project, plus an oral

presentation, at Nationals.

Digital Stories for ChangeNo Kid Hungry National Outreach ProjectFCCLA Chapter Website

I want to compete! Now what?

1. Look at the handout and decide on 2-3 projects that look interesting.

2. Go to the FCCLA website to read through each event’s description, instructions and evaluation criteria (so you can make up your mind & know EXACTLY what you need to do)

3. Have parents sign the permission form.

4. Complete the FCCLA Planning Process, turn-in to Mrs. Walton before November 18th.

5. Meet the deadlines agree upon for typed materials, draft of speech, presentation, visuals, etc. (Regionals are in February, State is in March!)