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NEW YORK STATE ASSOCIATION FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA

TO: New York State FBLA Advisers FROM: New York State FBLA Board of Trustees DATE: January 31, 2018 SUBJECT: 2018 State Leadership Conference The NYS FBLA Board of Trustees and State Officer Team look forward to welcoming you to the 2018 NYS FBLA State Leadership Conference on Wednesday-Friday, April 11-13, 2018, at the Doubletree Hotel and Holiday Inn Hotel in Binghamton, NY, where our members will be “Building Their Bridges to Success.” PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU CAREFULLY REVIEW THE 2017-2018 NYS FBLA COMPETITIVE EVENT GUIDELINES. There are several changes to existing events and new events for the SLC – the most recent update was made on January 6, 2018. Please go to the NYS FBLA website to download a copy for your chapter: http://www.nysfbla.org/conferences-competitions/slc The Competitive Event Registration and Conference/Hotel Registration will now be submitted via online forms. The links for those forms are located on the state website homepage. This is the only way we will accept this information. The deadline for online form submission is 11:59pm on Thursday, March 1, 2018. After that, the links will no longer work. This mailing contains templates of both the Competitive Event Registration form and the Conference/Hotel Registration form as well as several other forms that you can download/print for your use in developing your registration prior to entering it online. You will not be able to save the online form to work on it piecemeal, so you need to be accurate when entering your data to the online forms. You can also use these forms to submit to your school for payment. Payment will still need to be made via mail.

Online Submission by March 1, 2018 at 11:59pm Competitive Event Registration Online Submiision by March 1, 2018 at 11:59pm Conference/Hotel Registration

Postmark March 1, 2018 - 50% Hotel Payment to: Anita Halstead NYS FBLA 12 Ora Street New Windsor, NY 12553

Upload by March 28 one PDF file Student Permission, Emergency Form, and Code of Conduct Form

Checks are to be made payable to NYS FBLA. Please mail via US Mail First Class or Priority Mail (so you can track). DO NOT SHIP VIA CERTIFIED, EXPRESS OR OTHER FORMAT WHERE A SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED If you have any questions regarding the SLC, please call or write Ms. Anita Halstead, NYS FBLA, 12 Ora Street, New Windsor, NY 12553, cell phone: 845-781-3945. E-Mail: anitahalstead@gmail.com ADVISERS’ MEETING - MANDATORY All advisers must attend one of these important meetings on Wednesday, April 11 at either 11:00 - 11:45 am or 4:00 - 4:45 pm in the Doubletree Hotel. Essential information regarding the conference (including schedule changes, etc.) will be disseminated. There is also a New Advisers Meeting scheduled for the same room from 3:00 - 3:45 pm on Wednesday for advisers who are either new to FBLA or new to the State Leadership Conference. ADVISERS’ PERMISSION & HEALTH FORM (Form A) – Upload as a signed PDF document by March 28, 2018 This is a special Permission & Health Form for advisers to complete if they wish. The form gives NYS FBLA representatives the right to obtain emergency medical care for an adviser who becomes ill or has an accident while at the conference. It is not mandatory for an adviser to complete this form, but we do encourage it.

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CALENDAR OF DEADLINES (Form B) A one-page calendar of SLC-related deadline dates is included with this mailing. Please print this calendar and keep it posted where you can see it on a daily basis to make certain you don’t miss a filing deadline. CHAPTER BUSINESS DISPLAY THEME The theme for the Chapter Business Display event for the 2018 SLC is: “Building Your Bridge to Success” COMPETITIVE EVENT REGISTRATION FORM (Form C -working template included in this mailing and online submission form link located on state website) 1. Before completing this form, please review the 2017-2018 NYS Competitive Events Guidelines to familiarize yourself with the eligibility

requirements for each competitive event. The competitive event guidelines can be viewed on the NYS FBLA website at http://www.nysfbla.org/conferences-competitions/slc.

The competitive event registration form must be submitted as follows:

• Online submission deadline date for all items listed is March 1, 2018 at 11:59pm • Online registration forms are not available after March 1, 2018 • You must submit transcripts, IEP, and Course Offering Analysis Forms via PDF upload by March 1.

• An alternative testing form per student if needed (for students with IEP’s) • SLC Competitive Event Eligibility Information (unofficial transcript and/or current report card). Note: An unofficial transcript and/or current report card is required of all students competing in the following events and must be mailed with the competitive event registration form. Transcripts and/or current report cards must indicate grade level (7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12) and all business courses taken or presently taking. Students will be disqualified if a transcript and/or current report card is not submitted with the Competitive Event Registration Forms. • Accounting I • Basic Decision Making* • FBLA Creed Speaking • Introduction to Business • Introduction to Business

Communication • Introduction to Business Presentation • Introduction to Business Procedures

• Introduction to FBLA • Introduction to Financial Math • Introduction to Information Technology • Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure • Introduction to Public Speaking* • Introduction to Word Processing • Outstanding New Member, Grades 7, 8, 9

*Transcript was to be submitted at Spring District Meeting. 2. Based on the Competitive Event Registration form, students will be assigned specific times for each competitive event in which they

are entered. You will receive a list of these assignments when you register at the conference on April 11. Conflicts will be handled at the conference during competitive event registration at conference headquarters. A MAXIMUM OF TWO (2) CONFLICT CHANGES PER CHAPTER MAY BE MADE AT THIS TIME. DOCUMENTATION (TRANSCRIPTS OR REPORT CARDS) MUST BE PROVIDED.

3. Competitive event materials for the following events must be turned in by advisers during competitive event registration on

Wednesday, April 11 between 10:00 am and 3:00 pm in competitive event headquarters. • Chapter of the Year • Outstanding New Chapter

4. Calculators can be used in all appropriate events; however, no graphing calculators, scientific calculators, cell phones, or other

memory storage devices are allowed in any event. Only basic 4-function calculators will be permitted. Four-function calculators must be provided by contestants. Devices other than four-function calculators will be confiscated by the event proctors until the end of the event.

5. For the following SKILLED EVENTS (Computer Applications, Introduction to Word Processing, Spreadsheet Applications, Word

Processing), a home-site testing component is part of the event. Upon receipt of your online competitive event registration, Mrs. Gaber will send the chapter adviser, VIA E-MAIL, downloadable copies of the performance section of the skilled events for which your chapter has registered. The completed home-site tests need to be uploaded to the state website in accordance with the instructions by APRIL 1, 2018 at 11:59 pm. There can be no substitutions of students taking these tests once your chapter has submitted its

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competitive event registration. The students registered must also attend the SLC and take the second part of the skilled event test, a 100-question written test. The results of the written test and the home-site tested performance section will be combined to determine the winners in each of the skilled events.

CURFEW SIGN-IN At curfew, all advisers will check all chapter members’ rooms and have each member sign the curfew sign-in form for their chapter. The adviser will then turn the completed form in to the security guard assigned to the floor by 12:30 am. This procedure is taken as a legal precaution. The curfew sign-in forms will be included in the registration packet you receive when you check-in to your assigned hotel. The forms will be collected each night by the Security Coordinator. Should any students be found out of their assigned rooms after curfew, the curfew sign-in sheet for the chapter will be obtained and checked to verify that the students signed in and agreed to remain in their assigned rooms until 6:00 am. The matter will then be turned over to the Conference Discipline Committee for review and action. DINING ASSIGNMENTS – DINNER ONLY Dinners will be buffet style with assigned seating at the hotel your chapter is assigned to. Meals include: dinner on Wednesday and dinner on Thursday. Breakfast and lunch items can be purchased à la carte from the hotel restaurants or from local area restaurants. A restaurant flyer will be provided in every chapter’s registration packet. DRESS CODE Through their participation in FBLA, students should develop a keen awareness of what appropriate business attire consists of, as well as an awareness of the image one's attire projects in the business world. Appropriate business attire is required of all students and advisers at all general sessions, district meetings, competitive events, workshops, and meals of all FBLA-sponsored conferences or meetings. Conference name tags (and bracelets at SLC) are part of the dress code and must be worn at all times. Please see the Parents’ Guide to the SLC included in this mailing for the full dress code. EVENT TOPICS (Form D) The following events have pre-assigned topics issued by National FBLA that are to be used at both the state and national levels. Please see Form D for the topics. These topics have been issued in adviser e-mail blasts as well as posted on the NYS FBLA and National FBLA websites all school year.

• 3D Animation • Broadcast Journalism • Business Ethics • Computer Game & Simulation Programming • Digital Video Production • E-business • Emerging Business Issues

• Graphic Design • Introduction to Business Presentation • Mobile Application Development • Public Service Announcement • Publication Design • Social Media Campaign • Web Site Design

HOTEL ADDRESS/TELEPHONE NUMBER The hotel address and telephone number is as follows:

DoubleTree by Hilton Binghamton Holiday Inn Binghamton Downtown 225 Water Street 2 Hawley Street Binghamton, NY 13901 Binghamton, NY 13901 Phone: 607-722-7575 Phone: 607-722-1212 HOTEL CHECK-OUT PROCEDURES All students must remove all luggage from their assigned hotel rooms between 7 and 8:30 am on Friday morning. Luggage is to be moved to the adviser’s room, where it will be kept until the chapter's departure. HOTEL/CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM (Form E -working template included in this mailing and online submission form link located on state website) The template for the NYS FBLA SLC Hotel/Conference Registration form is within this mailing and the online submission form is available on the state website. Please follow the instructions carefully! Inattention to detail and failure to follow instructions thoroughly will delay the processing of your registration forms.

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Online submission deadline for hotel registration is March 1, 2018 at 11:59 pm. Online submission forms will not be available after this date. A 50% housing deposit must be mailed that day as well to the address below. Make all checks or money orders payable to NYS FBLA. Mail to:

Anita Halstead Please mail via US Mail First Class or Priority Mail NYS FBLA Do not send via certified or express mail as it cannot be signed for 12 Ora Street PLEASE ALSO SEND A PDF COPY OF REGISTRATION FORMS VIA EMAIL TO

anitahalstead@gmail.com New Windsor, NY 12553 All balances due must be mailed no later than March 28, 2018. 1. Please fill out all sections of the online Hotel/Conference Registration Form completely. The template for the hotel registration form is

included in this mailing. You complete it for use for requesting payment from your school and also to assist you in completing the online submission form when you are ready to do so.

IMPORTANT NOTES: Quad and triple accommodations may be a mix of bed types (including double/double and queen/queen beds that are to be shared (cots can only be placed in a king-bedded room to make a triple room). THERE IS NO QUINT HOUSING AVAILABLE AT THIS CONFERENCE. ALL CHAPTER MEMBERS, ADVISERS, AND CHAPERONES MUST REGISTER FOR THE CONFERENCE AND THEIR HOUSING THROUGH NYS FBLA. THE HOTEL WILL NOT ACCEPT RESERVATIONS FROM INDIVIDUALS ATTENDING THE CONFERENCE. The conference rates are listed on the SLC Rates/Date/Deadlines Form located on the state website and in this mailing. The conference rates include two meals (dinner on Wednesday and dinner on Thursday), room for two nights (or three nights if selecting the three night rate), NYS FBLA registration fee, and a souvenir.

2. A school check, certified check, or money order must be mailed to NYS FBLA c/o of Anita Halstead same day as submission of your

online housing list. NO PERSONAL CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED. PERSONAL CHECKS AND REGISTRATION FORMS WILL BE RETURNED. All checks are to be made payable to NYS FBLA. Please complete your hotel/conference registration forms so that those students who wish to room together are listed together in the room block. If you have a room that you would like to be a quad or a triple, but you do not have enough students to complete the room, we will attempt to complete the triple or quad by placing students from another chapter in the same situation with your students. Please indicate that you wish a roommate to be found by writing the words "find roommate" in the spaces you cannot fill. If NYS FBLA cannot fill the space, we will bill your chapter for the difference between the room type you requested and the final room type. If you do not wish us to fill a room by finding a roommate, please write "do not find roommate" in the empty spaces and be sure that payment for the room type you are requesting is included with the registration form (i.e. if you have only three girls, which would form a triple, and do not wish NYS FBLA to find a roommate to create a quad, the triple rate will apply).

3. Please be certain to complete the Conference Registration Form for each individual with all information requested on the form,

including male/female designation and checking the boxes (chapter officer, competitor, etc.). PLEASE MAKE SURE THAT YOU HAVE ALL NAMES SPELLED CORRECTLY, BECAUSE NAME BADGES WILL BE CREATED BASED ON THIS FORM. Names of advisers attending the conference must also be listed.

4. Room availability: All hotel rooms will be available on Tuesday, April after 5:00 pm and Wednesday, April 11 after 3:00 pm (some

rooms may be available earlier dependent upon previous night departures). Competitive Events on Wednesday will start promptly at 1:00 pm. Students may need to use the hotel’s public bathrooms in order to change into their business attire if they have competitions starting prior to their hotel rooms being available. WE WILL NOT CHANGE COMPETITION TIMES TO ACCOMMODATE THIS – STUDENTS SHOULD BE PREPARED FOR ANY SITUATION.

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5. CANCELLATION POLICY a. Once hotel/conference registration materials are received (deadline March 1, 2018), cancellations will be accepted up to

March 28, without penalty. After March 28, there will be NO refunds given for any aspect of the conference. However, boy for boy, girl for girl, or adviser for adviser substitutions can be made.

b. The one-day registrant and one-day chapter cancellation policy follows the same refund and cancellation dates as noted above. c. Cancellations/changes/substitutions must be made in writing to Anita Halstead at anitahalstead@gmail.com by March 28, 2018.

NO CANCELLATIONS/CHANGES/SUBSTITUTIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED BY THE HOTEL ITSELF.

6. All housing assignments are made at the discretion of Ms. Halstead. NO ROOM OR HOTEL CHANGES ARE TO BE MADE WITHOUT THE PERMISSION OF MS. HALSTEAD.

SLC INTERNSHIP PROGRAM (FORM F) This year, members have the opportunity to apply for our SLC Internship Program. Interns help state staff with conference logistics, state officers, workshops, and headquarters office management. Interested members must be available from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm at the conference. Applications are to be uploaded in PDF format by March 1, 2018. LEADERSHIP MATERIALS ORDER FORM (FORM G) Use this form to order previous SLC tests to use as study guides. Tests are available from the following years: 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. You can also order the tests via the online submission form on the state website at http://www.nysfbla.org/conferences-competitions/slc/slc-order-form. MEDICAL SERVICES The conference will have a Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) on staff throughout the conference. The EMT will be available through the hotel switchboard, hotel front desk, or through the conference headquarters. NATIONAL OFFICER APPLICANTS Any student interested in running for a National Office must upload a letter of intent, national officer application, and resume to https://www.nysfbla.org/nys-competitive-events-uploads by March 1, 2018. An interview with members of the National Officer Candidate Committee will be scheduled during the SLC. National Officer Applications are available on-line at the national website: http://www.fbla-pbl.org/conferences1/nlc/. Please note the national form is an online-submission form, which you will have to print out in order to complete for the SLC. DO NOT complete the form online and submit. You must be the selected and approved state candidate in order to submit the national online form. PARENTS’ GUIDE TO THE SLC (FORM H) This guide provides excellent information for parents about the SLC, the facilities, rates, and competitions. The Student Permission, Emergency Form, and Code of Conduct Form, New York State FBLA Dress Code, and the Special Needs (dietary etc.) forms are included in the parents’ guide. The Student Permission, Emergency Form, and Code of Conduct Form must be completed by each member attending the SLC and signed by the member, the member’s parent or guardian, the chapter adviser, and a school administrator. The Special Needs Form should be completed for any student or adult who has special dietary restrictions or a medical requirement such as an accessible bathroom, the use of a wheelchair on site, etc. All Student Permission, Emergency Form, and Code of Conduct Forms and Special Needs Forms must be uploaded in PDF format by March 28, 2018. ROOM ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE INSPECTION FORMS When advisers pick up their keys upon check-in at their assigned hotel, a Room Arrival Inspection Form and a Room Departure Inspection Form will be provided for each hotel room their chapter occupies. The advisers are to complete the arrival forms and turn them in at registration so that NYS FBLA is aware of any problems. These forms will serve as a record of the condition of the rooms upon arrival of the students. Upon checking out, advisers are asked to conduct a departure inspection of the rooms and complete the departure forms. These forms must be turned in to the front desk of the chapter’s assigned hotel along with all hotel keys. If NYS FBLA is charged for damage or extra cleaning of a room, the chapter(s) assigned to that room will be billed. SKILLED EVENTS UPDATE MEMO (FORM I) Advisers, please review this memo which provides updates on the competitive events that have a home-site testing component to them and how these events will be handled for the SLC. SPECIAL MEALS If a student has a special dietary requirement (ie. vegetarian, kosher, low salt, gluten-free, etc.), please complete the Special Needs Form that is part of the Parents’ Guide.

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STATE OFFICER CANDIDATES All state officer candidates are to report to the Arlington Room at the DoubleTree Hotel at 4:00 pm on Wednesday, April 11 for a State Officer Candidate Meeting. Campaign guidelines will be reviewed and campaign materials will be screened at this time. Advisers of newly-elected state officers must attend a mandatory meeting on Friday, April 13 at 7:30 am at the DoubleTree Hotel. STUDENT PERMISSION, EMERGENCY FORM, AND CODE OF CONDUCT FORM (SEE PARENTS’ GUIDE TO THE SLC) The last two pages of the Parents’ Guide to the SLC is the student FBLA Student Permission, Emergency Form, and Code of Conduct Form. The Code of Conduct must be read and signed by the adviser, student, parent/guardian, and school administrator. The Emergency Form gives NYS FBLA representatives permission to obtain emergency medical care for the student should the need arise during the conference. All Student Permission, Emergency Form, And Code of Conduct Forms must be uploaded in PDF format by March 28, 2018. ANY STUDENT WHO DOES NOT HAVE A FULLY SIGNED STUDENT PERMISSION, EMERGENCY FORM, AND CODE OF CONDUCT FORM ON FILE WITH NYS FBLA BY MARCH 28, 2018, WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SLC. TENTATIVE SLC 2018 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (FORM J) Advisers, please review the tentative SLC 2018 schedule of events for dates and times of specific events. Please note this schedule is subject to change as NYS FBLA assigns meeting space to the competitive events based on event registration. 2018 NYS FBLA T-SHIRT SALE (FORM K) Randolph HS FB LA is spearheading a NYS FBLA T-Shirt sale. All profits from the t-shirt sale will benefit the NYS FBLA Foundation. Please review the t-shirt sale flyer and order form for further details and order and payment due date. 2018 SLC TESTS ON CD PRE-ORDER FORM (Form L) The 2018 SLC tests are available for sale via pre-order using Form J which must be submitted via upload by April 1. The tests will be on a CD. If pre-ordered and payment has been received by April 1, the CD will be placed in your chapter’s feedback packet, which advisers will pick-up at the general session room at the Doubletree Hotel immediately following the Awards of Excellence session on Friday, April 13. There will not be CD’s for sale at the SLC. 2018 SLC THEME BASKET AUCTION (Form M) NYS FBLA will be conducting our annual Theme Basket Auction to benefit the NYS FBLA Foundation. All chapters are encouraged to participate by submitting a theme basket (theme ideas include movie night, kids crafts, coffee/tea lover basket, a pamper yourself basket, an Italian dinner basket, candy crazy, sports,, etc). 2018 SLC DANCES (Forms N and O) Our dance on Wednesday evening will be 80’s themed (80’s casual within dress code rules). Thursday night’s dance theme is “An Evening Around the World (semi-formal attire). VOTING DELEGATE INFORMATION Each local chapter, in good standing, is entitled to send voting delegates from its active membership to the State Leadership Conference in accordance with the following: 1-49 members = 2 voting delegates 50-100 members = 3 voting delegates 101 members or over = 4 voting delegates All voting delegates must be certified 15 days prior to the State Leadership Conference. To be "certified," delegates must be named by the chapter adviser on the conference registration form. The form must be submitted online by March 1, 2018. Voting delegates should be carefully selected as to their a) interest in and knowledge of FBLA, b) good judgment, c) ability to express themselves intelligently, and d) readiness to accept responsibility. Below is an explanation of the responsibilities of a voting delegate. Please have your voting delegates read this thoroughly. There will be a mandatory meeting of voting delegates on Wednesday, April 11 at 5:00 pm in the DoubleTree Hotel. RESPONSIBILITIES OF A VOTING DELEGATE 1. Mandatory Voting Delegate Meeting: All registered local chapter voting delegates must attend a mandatory meeting to be held at

5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 11 at the DoubleTree Hotel. A review of voting delegate responsibilities and voting procedures will be covered. Voting delegate ribbons will be distributed at this time. Any voting delegate who does not attend this meeting will forfeit his/her right to vote and there will be no substitutions.

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2. District Meeting: All voting delegates must attend (as must the entire chapter delegation) their respective district meeting on Wednesday, April 11 to hear the campaign speeches of the candidates for the office of State Vice President during this meeting.

3. General Leadership Session #1: All voting delegates must attend (as must the entire chapter delegation) this general session on

Wednesday, April 11 at 8:00 pm. The candidates for the offices of President, Executive Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, and Historian will give their speeches and/or presentations at this session.

4. Campaign Rally/Candidates Rap: Voting delegates should visit the campaign booths on Thursday, April 12 between 10:00 am and

2:00 pm to meet the candidates, and ask them questions. 5. General Leadership Session #2: All voting delegates must attend this general session on Thursday, April 12 at 3:00 pm. Voting

delegates will have the opportunity to question candidates for the offices of President, Executive Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, and Historian before the entire New York State delegation.

6. Voting Delegate Session: All voting delegates must attend this voting session on Thursday, April 12 at 4:15 pm to vote for all

mainline officer positions and their respective State Vice President positions. THROUGHOUT THE CONFERENCE, ALL VOTING DELEGATES MUST WEAR THEIR VOTING DELEGATE RIBBONS. IF A

VOTING DELEGATE IS NOT WEARING THE RIBBON AT THE TIME OF VOTING, THE DELEGATE WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO VOTE.

REMINDER

All competitive event and conference/hotel registration forms must be submitted this year as online submissions.

The deadline is March 1 at 11:59pm

SLC Questions can be directed to Anita Halstead at anitahalstead@gmail.com or by calling her at 845-781-3945

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TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR SLC FORMS

Form # Form Title # of Pages Deadline Date

Cover Memo 7

A Adviser Permission & Health 1 Not Mandatory – March 28 by PDF Upload – see website

B Calendar of Deadlines for SLC Materials 1

C Competitive Event Registration 12 Online submission by March 1, 2018 at 11:59pm

D Event Topics 2

E Hotel/Conference Registration 7 Online submission by March 1, 2018 at 11:59pm

F 2018 SLC Internship Application 3 March 1, 2018 by PDF Upload – see website

G Leadership Materials Order Form 1 See website. Must be paid in full prior to tests being sent to advisor

H Parents’ Survival Guide to the SLC 9 March 28, 2018 by PDF Upload (Student Permission, Emergency Form, and Code of Conduct Form only – form must be fully signed, including by school administrator)

I Skilled Events Update 1

J Tentative 2018 SLC Schedule of Events 9 This is still highly tentative. We will send out a revised schedule once all registrations have been processed.

K 2018 SLC Tests on CD Preorder 1 April 1, 2018 via PDF Upload – see website; Must be paid in full by April 1 for CD to be included in feedback bag at SLC

L 2018 T-Shirt Sale 2 March 15, 2018 with full payment mailed to Donna Meyer of Randolph HS

M Theme Basket Auction 1 Bring Theme Basket to SLC

N/O Dance Flyers 2

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FORM A NEW YORK STATE FBLA ADVISER PERMISSION/HEALTH FORM

Please read and consider the following statements carefully before signing. In the event of a medical emergency, the procedure will be to call the next of kin, time permitting, before taking the adult to a doctor or hospital. However, when the next of kin cannot be reached, the following will permit proper treatment. I hereby give permission for the FBLA Conference designee to transport me to and from a doctor or hospital for emergency treatment. I hereby give permission for the FBLA Conference designee to sign any consent which may be necessary to allow hospital personnel and/or a licensed physician to examine me and perform any emergency procedures, treatments or surgery which may be necessary and to consent to the administration of any drugs or medication necessary to such emergency care. I am allergic to the following drugs and or medications (if none, so state): I am in good physical health and have no ailments or maladies except (if none, so state): List any medications that must be taken: I hereby agree to hold NYS FBLA free and harmless from and indemnify NYS FBLA for any expenses incurred in the rendering of such care and treatment and from any liability which may arise as a result of such care and treatment. Adviser Name Next of Kin Name School Name Home Telephone Number School Telephone Number Business Telephone Number Family Doctor Doctor’s Phone Number Health Insurance Policy Name Health Insurance Policy Number The following signatures indicate that all parties have read and agree to all permission and health guidelines and that all information stated on this form is correct to the best of everyone’s knowledge. Adviser Signature Date Next of Kin Signature Date Upload as a PDF document via link on NYS FBLA state website by March 28, 2018.

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FORM B

CALENDAR OF DEADLINES FOR 2018 SLC REGISTRATION

Online submission by February 5

Intent to Attend SLC Form (available as an online submission form on the state website homepage)

Online submission by March 1 at 11:59 pm

Competitive Event Registration (template/worksheet available in this mailing; online submission form available on the state website) • All necessary transcripts, IEP form, and Course Analysis Form are to be uploaded in PDF

format by March 1 (see state website for upload link) Online submission by March 1 at 11:59 pm

Hotel and Conference Registration Forms (template/worksheet available in this mailing; online submission form available on the state website) • 50% hotel/conference registration payment via check must be postmarked March 1 and mailed

to Anita Halstead Upload March 1 by 11:59 pm (Upload links are already active on the state website)

Reports, technology-based productions, interview materials to www.nysfbla.org: • 3D Animation • American Enterprise Project • Business Plan • Businessperson of the Year Application • Community Service Project • Computer Game & Simulation Programming • Digital Video Production • E-Business • Future Business Leader • Job Interview • Local Chapter Annual Business Report • Mobile Application Development • National Officer Candidate • Outstanding Local Adviser Award Application • Outstanding New Member-Grades 7, 8, 9 • Partnership with Business • Website Design • Who’s Who In FBLA

Postmark March 28 • Any balances due for Hotel/Conference Registration to Anita Halstead • Student Permission, Emergency Form, and Code of Conduct Form only, Adviser Health &

Permission Form to be uploaded in PDF format – see upload link on state website Upload April 1 by 11:59 pm

Completed Skilled Events Home-site Test Component to be uploaded–see upload link on website • Computer Applications • Introduction to Word Processing • Spreadsheet Applications • Word Processing

Cancellation Policy: Once hotel/conference registration materials are received (online deadline March 1), cancellations will be accepted up to March 28, 2018 without penalty. After March 28, there will be NO refunds given for any aspect of the conference. Boy for boy, girl for girl, or adviser for adviser substitutions can be made, however. The one-day registrant and one-day chapter cancellation policy follows the same cancellation schedule as above. Cancellations/substitutions/changes must be made in writing to Anita Halstead at anitahalstead@gmail.com. After April 8, please contact Ms. Halstead via voicemail at 845-781-3945. NO CANCELLATIONS/SUBSTITUTIONS/CHANGES WILL BE ACCEPTED BY THE HOTEL ITSELF.

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FORM C

NEW YORK STATE FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA

“Building Your Bridge to Success”

2018 STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE COMPETITIVE EVENT REGISTRATION

Online Registration Deadline:

March 1, 2018 at 11:59pm Online submission form available on the state website

(with all required transcripts, IEP Forms, Course Analysis Form uploaded in

PDF format using the upload links on the state website by March 1, 2018

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SLC COMPETITVE EVENT REGISTRATION Please complete all information requested on the online competitive registration form (use this template to make sure you have all the information you require to complete the online form). All transcripts must be uploaded in PDF format before March 1, 2018. The online submission form for competitive event registration must be submitted by March 1, 2018 by 11:59pm. Please read thoroughly the Competitive Event Registration section of the SLC Information Packet before completing the online registration.

Chapter Name: District:

Chapter Mailing Address: Where should verification

information be mailed/emailed?

Adviser Name: School Telephone: Best Time to Call: Fax Number: E-mail Address: Cell Phone: Best Time to Call: Time of Arrival at Conference: Please be as specific as possible, as this assists us in scheduling the students for their events. ______Tuesday, April 10 by ______________________ am/pm ______Wednesday, April 11 by ___________________ am/pm ______Thursday, April 12 by ______________________ am/pm ADVISER EVENT PROCTOR REGISTRATION All advisers and chaperones attending the conference must be listed below. Each person will be assigned to chair, assistant chair, proctor, or time keep at least two (and possibly three) competitive events. Each assignment will be for Wednesday afternoon, Thursday morning, and/or Thursday afternoon. Some of these assignments will require advisers to attend special meetings prior to the event start to communicate any last minute information. Assignments will be made at the discretion of the SLC Chairperson. Advisers/chaperones may also be assigned to serve as dance and social activity chaperones or as dress code monitors. THESE ARE MANDATORY ACTIVITIES FOR ALL ADVISERS AND CHAPERONES. 1. 3. 2. 4.

DISTRICT ELIMINATION FINALISTS This section will be completed by the Verification Coordinator based on the finalist lists submitted by the Board of Trustees from the Spring District Meetings and the top state-wide students in the Parliamentary Procedure team, Parliamentary Procedure Individual, and the Future Business Leader competitions. Chapters will be emailed the final competitors will be in these events during the last week of February.

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DIRECT ENTRY SLC CHAPTER EVENTS Please check the events that your chapter will be entering for the SLC. Guidelines and application forms are located on the NYS FBLA website: www.nysfbla.org American Enterprise Project ____ Report uploaded to the state website by March 1, 2018 Businessperson of the Year* ____ Application uploaded to the state website by March 1, 2018 Chapter Business Display ____ Chapter will bring display to SLC Chapter of the Year (existing chapters) ____ Chapter will submit scrapbook at SLC Registration Community Service Project ____ Report uploaded to the state website by March 1, 2018 Local Chapter Annual Business Report ____ Report uploaded to the state website by March 1, 2018 Outstanding New Chapter (1st & 2nd year) ____ Chapter will submit scrapbook at SLC Registration Outstanding Local Adviser Award* ____ Application uploaded to the state website by March 1, 2018 Partnership with Business Project ____ Report uploaded to the state website by March 1, 2018 TEAM EVENTS WITH COLLABORATIVE WRITTEN TESTS TO BE TAKEN AT SLC The following events are individual or team events (1 member or a team of 2-3 members). Individuals will take the objective test by themselves, while a team of 2 or 3 members will take the test as a team together. The top 5 individuals or teams in each event will move on to the performance round of competition. Please see SLC Tentative Agenda for written test times on Wednesday afternoon/Thursday morning and performance round times on Thursday morning/afternoon. A student may compete in only one (1) of these eight events. Roster # Banking and Financial Systems No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC.

1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

Entrepreneurship No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC.

1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

Global Business No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC.

1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

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Hospitality Management No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC.

1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

Management Decision Making No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC.

1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

Marketing No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC.

1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

Network Design No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC.

1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

Sports & Entertainment Management No more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC.

1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________)

3. __________________________________ (__________)

DIRECT ENTRY INDIVIDUAL/TEAM PERFORMANCE EVENTS The following events are either individual or team of 2-3 members which are direct-entry performance events to the SLC. Please see the SLC Tentative Schedule for performance dates for both preliminary and final rounds. Roster # 3D Animation ____ Upload the URL on the Statement of Assurance by March 1 (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC A Statement of Assurance must be uploaded by March 1, 2018

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Roster # Broadcast Journalism (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC

Business Ethics (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual. *Students in this event are not eligible to compete in Business Ethics.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC Business Plan ____ Report must be uploaded to the state website by March 1 (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

Computer Game & Simulation Programming ____ Upload the URL on the Statement of Assurance by March 1 (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC A Statement of Assurance must be uploaded by March 1, 2018 Digital Video Production ____ Upload the URL on the Statement of Assurance by March 1 (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC A Statement of Assurance must be uploaded by March 1, 2018 ____ Upload the URL on the Statement of Assurance by March 1

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E-Business (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC A Statement of Assurance must be uploaded by March 1, 2018 Electronic Career Portfolio 1. __________________________________ (__________) This event allows only one entry per chapter. Entrant must not have competed in this event at a prior NLC. Emerging Business Issues (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual. *Students in this event are not eligible to compete in Business Ethics. SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

FBLA Creed Speaking 1.___________________________________ (__________)

This event allows only one entry per chapter. This is a state only event. Graphic Design (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC Help Desk Individual event consisting of an objective test and a role play performance round. Entrant must not have competed in this event at a prior NLC. 1.___________________________________ (__________) Introduction to Business Presentation (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual. *Transcript required to show grade level of 7, 8, 9, or 10

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC

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Mobile Application Development ____ Upload the URL on the Statement of Assurance by March 1 (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC A Statement of Assurance must be uploaded by March 1, 2018

Outstanding First Year Member Grades 7, 8, 9 ____ Report must be uploaded to the state website by March 1 This event allows only one entry per chapter. Entrant must not have competed in this event at a prior NLC. *Transcript required to show grade level of 7, 8, or 9

1.___________________________________ (__________) Public Service Announcement (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC Publication Design (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC Sales Presentation This event allows only one entry per chapter. Entrant must not have competed in this event at a prior NLC. 1.___________________________________ (__________) Social Media Campaign (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC

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Website Design ____ Upload the URL on the Statement of Assurance by March 1 (An individual or a team of 2-3 members). ____ We agree not to make changes to the website after March 1 In the event of a team entry, no more than one (1) team member may have competed in this event at a prior NLC. A member who has competed in this event as an individual and competed in the event at the NLC, may compete again as a team member, not as an individual.

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2. __________________________________ (__________) 3. __________________________________ (__________)

SEE EVENT TOPICS SHEET FOR 2018 TOPIC A Statement of Assurance must be uploaded by March 1, 2018

DIRECT ENTRY INDIVIDUAL WRITTEN OBJECTIVE TEST EVENTS These events are direct-entry objective written tests. Each chapter may enter two members in each event, except where otherwise indicated. There will be multiple written test sessions offered on Wednesday and Thursday and students will be assigned to test sessions based on the other events they are competing in. Roster # Accounting I 1.___________________________________ (__________) Transcript required to show Accounting courses. 2. __________________________________ (__________) Accounting II 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) Advertising 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) Agribusiness 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) Business Calculations 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) Business Communication 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) Business Law 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) Computer Problem Solving 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________)

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Cyber Security 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) Economics 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2.___________________________________ (__________) Health Care Administration

1.___________________________________ (__________)

2.___________________________________ (__________) Insurance & Risk Management 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2.___________________________________ (__________) Introduction to Business 1.___________________________________ (__________) Transcript required to show grade level of 7, 8, 9, or 10

2.___________________________________ (__________)

Introduction to Business Communication 1.___________________________________ (__________) Transcript required to show grade level of 7, 8, 9, or 10

2.___________________________________ (__________)

Introduction to Business Procedures 1.___________________________________ (__________) Transcript required to show grade level of 7, 8, 9, or 10

2.___________________________________ (__________)

Introduction to FBLA 1.___________________________________ (__________) Transcript required to show grade level of 7, 8, 9, or 10

2. __________________________________ (__________)

Introduction to Financial Math 1.___________________________________ (__________) Transcript required to show grade level of 7, 8, 9, or 10 2. __________________________________ (__________) Introduction to Information Technology 1.___________________________________ (__________) Transcript required to show grade level of 7, 8, 9, or 10

2.___________________________________ (__________)

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Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure 1.___________________________________ (__________) Transcript required to show grade level of 7, 8, 9, or 10

2.___________________________________ (__________)

Journalism 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) Networking Concepts 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2.___________________________________ (__________) Organizational Leadership 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2. __________________________________ (__________) Personal Finance 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2.___________________________________ (__________) Securities & Investments 1.___________________________________ (__________) 2.___________________________________ (__________)

SKILLED EVENTS WITH HOME-SITE PRODUCTION TEST AND SLC WRITTEN OBJECTIVE TEST The following events have a home-site production test component that will be emailed to the adviser upon receipt of the Competitive Event Registration. Completed production test must be uploaded prior to April 1, 2018 for judging. All entrants will also take an objective written test at the SLC. Roster # Computer Applications 1.___________________________________ (__________) This event allows only one entry per chapter. Introduction to Word Processing 1.___________________________________ (__________) This event allows only one entry per chapter. Transcript required to show grade level of 7, 8, 9, or 10. Spreadsheet Applications 1.___________________________________ (__________) This event allows only one entry per chapter. Word Processing 1.___________________________________ (__________) This event allows only one entry per chapter. DIRECT-ENTRY PREJUDGED EVENT ONLY The following event is a prejudged event only. Each chapter may register one member. Who's Who In FBLA ____ Application uploaded to the state website by March 1, 2018 1.___________________________________ (__________)

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NEW YORK STATE FBLA COMPETITION/COURSE OFFERING ANALYSIS FORM

To assist our verification staff in reviewing your competitive event entries, please complete this section if your school offers courses that do not have the same titles as the competitive event titles.

NEW YORK STATE COMPETITIVE EVENT YOUR CORRESPONDING COURSE TITLE

Accounting I

Word Processing

Other Events:

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NEW YORK STATE FBLA STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

ALTERNATIVE TESTING REGISTRATION FORM (Complete one form per student. Make copies as needed)

STUDENT NAME: CHAPTER NAME: ADVISER: ADVISER HOME PHONE: Please check the testing modifications needed for your student at the State Leadership Conference:

Extended Time

Reader

Enlarged Print

Recorder

Other: List the competitive events FOR this student: Event One: Event Two: Event Three:

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FORM D

2018 SLC/NLC TOPICS 3-D Animation Category: Prejudged Projects & Presentation Type: Individual or Team Topic: Using 3-D animation, create an informational video on how to get a job. At minimum, the video must include information on the following components: - Where to find information on job openings - Writing a resume and cover letter - Completing application forms - How to present yourself in a job interview - Tips for a successful job interview Broadcast Journalism Category: Presentation with Equipment Type: Individual or Team Topic: You or your team work for your local news station. You are being given the opportunity to write and present a 7-minute news broadcast on the weekend edition of the evening news. You must research, write, and present the following stories: - A story about your local high school's success at the FBLA State Leadership Conference and their preparations for NLC. - A story that wraps up and highlight's your local high school's track season. - A story about the ongoing theft of bicycles in your hometown. Business Ethics Category: Presentation without Equipment Type: Individual or Team Topic: Research an ethical case related to the automobile industry and discuss why it happened; how it should be resolved; and what could have prevented it. Computer Game & Simulation Programming Category: Prejudged Projects & Presentation Type: Individual or Team Topic: A sandbox is a style of game in which minimal character limitations are placed on the gamer, allowing the gamer to roam and change a virtual world at will. In contrast to a progression-style game, a sandbox game emphasizes roaming and allows a gamer to select tasks. Instead of featuring segmented areas or numbered levels, a sandbox game usually occurs in a “world” to which the gamer has full access from start to finish. Create an original sandbox-style game that revolves around a year in the life of a typical FBLA member and the varied activities that he/she can become involved in; such as competitive events, fundraising, community service, national membership programs, and national recognition programs. The game must: - Run on a PC using Windows 7 or newer - Be virus and malware free - Run solely by keyboard stroke - Qualify for a maximum ESRB rating of E10+

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Digital Video Production Category: Prejudged Projects & Presentation Type: Individual or Team Topic: Create a promotional video that explains why your school board should support starting an FBLA chapter at your school. E-business Category: Prejudged Projects & Presentation Type: Individual or Team Topic: Develop an e-business website for your new “fresh food” (i.e. prepared meals, ingredients to make meals, natural foods, etc.) home delivery service for your community of 250,000 residents. Since it is a delivery service, there is room to expand your geographic delivery area. Give your business a name and a logo. Your service will have a variety of delivery options to meet the needs of different types of customers (i.e. meat, vegetarian, vegan, family, couples, gluten-free, etc.). The website should clearly identify the target market locations and its product availability. The website should allow customers to check availability of products, place and pay for orders online as a one-time customer, or become a member and set up plans for a calendar year. The site should also contain a contact page. Emerging Business Issues Category: Presentation without Equipment Type: Individual or Team Topic: Crowdsourcing is the process of obtaining needed services, ideas, content, or funding by soliciting contributions from a large group of people, particularly an online community. Crowdsourcing has become very popular for soliciting funding for business ventures or persons facing medical crises, for example. However, it is also being used by individuals to solicit funding that will aid them in purchasing material items such as a new car or television. Be prepared to argue the affirmative, that crowdsourcing is an effective way to raise money for a valid purpose; and be prepared to argue the negative, that crowdsourcing is ineffective because it can be used for personal gain. Graphic Design Category: Presentation with Equipment Type: Individual or Team Topic: Create a digital magazine spread for the FBLA publication, Tomorrow’s Business Leader. You must include a cover; a feature article on an FBLA program; an interview with an educator, professional member, or sponsor; and a promotional announcement for the 2018 National Leadership Conference in Baltimore. Introduction to Business Presentation Category: Presentation with Equipment Type: Individual or Team Topic: Create a business presentation that revolves around the theme, “What is FBLA to me?” Mobile Application Development Category: Prejudged Projects & Presentation Type: Individual or Team Topic: Develop an app to manage the issuance of books and to provide other information at a school library. Give the school a name. The app must be able to do or show the following: - Allow students and teachers to reserve books. - Allow students and teachers to check out books. - Remind students and teachers when books are overdue. - Show a map of the school library.

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Public Service Announcement Category: Presentation with Equipment Type: Individual or Team Topic: Develop a public service announcement that addresses the issue of student safety and protection with regard to cyber bullying. Publication Design Category: Presentation with Equipment Type: Individual or Team Topic: You have been hired to develop a publication portfolio for a new “fresh food” (i.e. prepared meals, ingredients to make meals, natural foods, etc.) home delivery service that will open soon in a community of about 250,000 residents. The business will be a delivery service. The business will have a variety of delivery options to meet the needs of different types of customers (i.e. meat, vegetarian, vegan, family, couples, gluten-free, etc.). The materials developed should clearly identify the target market and its products. Give the business a name. The portfolio should include a logo for the business, a poster to advertise the business, a business card, and three additional promotional products. Social Media Campaign Category: Presentation with Equipment Type: Individual or Team Topic: Create a social media marketing campaign to create buzz surrounding healthy eating and the opening of your new “fresh food” (i.e. prepared meals, ingredients to make meals, natural foods, etc.) home delivery service that will open soon in a community of about 250,000 residents. The business will be a delivery service. The business will have a variety of delivery options to meet the needs of different types of customers (i.e. meat, vegetarian, vegan, family, couples, gluten-free, etc.). The campaign should clearly identify the target market and its products. Give the business a name. The campaign must utilize a minimum of three different social media platforms. Website Design Category: Prejudged Projects & Presentation Type: Individual or Team Topic: Create a website on how to get a job. You will need to come up with a name and logo for your website. At minimum, the website must include information on the following components: - Where to find information on job openings - Writing a resume and cover letter - Completing application forms - How to present yourself in a job interview - Tips for a successful job interview

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FORM E

NEW YORK STATE FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA

“Building Your Bridge to Success”

2018 STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE HOTEL/CONFERENCE REGISTRATION

Online Registration Deadline:

March 1, 2018 at 11:59pm

With 50% payment of hotel/conference registration fees postmarked by March 1, 2018 to:

Ms. Anita Halstead NYS FBLA

12 Ora Street New Windsor, NY 12553

Postmark by March 28 balance of hotel/conference registration fees and all student Code of Conduct/Permission & Health Forms

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Hotel/Conference Registration

TEMPLATE TO ASSIST YOU IN COMPLETING ONLINE SUBMISSION

Chapter Name: District:

IS YOUR CHAPTER PARTICIPATING AS: Chapter Mailing Address: ______ Full Conference Attendees (Wednesday to Friday)

______ ONE DAY Attendees

______ Extra Night Attendees ARRIVAL AFTER 6:00 P.M. on (Tuesday-Friday)

ADVISER NAME:

School Telephone: Best Time to Call: Fax Number: E-mail Address : Cell Phone Number: Best Time to Call: Chapter President’s Name: E-mail Address: Arrival at Conference: __Tuesday, April 4 after 6 pm ___Wednesday, April 11 after 11 am One Day Registration:

___Wed. and Thur., April 11 and 6

___Wednesday, April 5 Only

___Thursday, April 11 Only

ARRIVAL TIME: DEPARTURE TIME: TRAVEL INFORMATION WILL YOU REQUIRE OVERNIGHT PARKING FOR: ___ SCHOOL BUS ___ Car OR ___ SCHOOL VAN ______ NO WILL YOU REQUIRE HOTEL VAN PICK-UP: ___ YES (complete below) ____ NO

DATE OF ARRIVAL: Please check one and complete the appropriate information:

NUMBER OF PEOPLE ARRIVING:

___ Binghamton Bus Station ___ Binghamton Airport Bus Number/Carrier: Flight Number/Carrier: _______________ Arrival Time: _______________________ Arrival Time:_______________________ From What City: ____________________ From Which Airport:_________________

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DATE OF DEPARTURE: __________________ NUMBER OF PEOPLE DEPARTING: Please check one and complete the appropriate information: ___ Binghamton Bus Station ___ Binghamton Airport Bus Number/Carrier:____________________ Flight Number/Carrier: ________________ Depart Time:__________________________ Depart Time: TO Which City:_________________________ TO Which City?

VOTING DELEGATE REGISTRATION Please see the voting delegate section of the adviser information memo at the beginning of this mailing for the responsibilities of a voting delegate. Please list below the required voting delegate information for your chapter:

NUMBER OF DUES-PAID MEMBERS REPORTED TO NYS FBLA FOR THE 2017-2018 YEAR: _____________________

Each local chapter in good standing is entitled to send voting delegates from its active membership to the State Leadership Conference in accordance with the following: ___ 1-49 members = 2 voting delegates

___ 50-100 members = 3 voting delegates

___ 101 members or over = 4 voting delegates

Names of Voting Delegates 1. (1-49 Members) 3. (50-100 Members)

2. (1-49 Members) 4. (101 or over Members) SPECIAL NEEDS INFORMATION

IF ANY OF YOUR STUDENTS OR ADVISERS HAVE SPECIAL NEEDS REQUIREMENTS SUCH AS: *Special Room Requirements: Handicapped, low floor, near elevator, other *If anyone is in a wheelchair or uses a walker *Special Meals: Kosher, low salt, cholesterol free, vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free, vegan, other PLEASE HAVE THE STUDENT OR ADVISER COMPLETE THE SPECIAL NEEDS FORM THAT IS PART OF THE PARENT’S GUIDE TO THE SLC. ONE FORM SHOULD BE COMPLETED FOR EACH PERSON AND IS DUE TO MS. HALSTEAD POSTMARKED BY APRIL 1, 2018. NON-CONFERENCE GUEST OR BUS DRIVER REGISTRATION Does your chapter require hotel room space for a non-conference guest or bus driver?: __ Yes (Complete Below) __ No

Name of Person: Arrival Date: Departure Date: Room Type Wanted: ___ Single ___ Double Suggestion for Roommate if Double:

Name of Person: Arrival Date: Departure Date: ___ Yes ___ No Room Type Wanted: ___ Single ___ Double Suggestion for Roommate if Double:

Please make sure that full payment for above is included with your chapter's conference registration (contact Anita Halstead for special pricing). Remember that these individuals do not receive meals or registration packets.

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Conference Registration Information: ________________________________________ _________ _______________________________________

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Rates are listed in this mailing.

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be used for name badge preparation

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Conference Registration Information – PAGE 2 ____________________________________________ _________ _______________________________________

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pages will be used for name badge preparation.

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Amount of Check Enclosed: $_________________________ Check Number: _______________________

Do You Require A Receipt For Adviser Room & Reg. Fees: __ Yes __ No

REMEMBER: THESE FORMS ARE JUST A TEMPLATE FOR YOUR USE. ACTUAL CONFERENCE/HOTEL REGISTRATION MUST BE DONE VIA THE ONLINE FORMS – THE LINKS TO THESE FORMS ARE ON THE STATE WEBSITE AT www.nysfbla.org

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Hotel Room Arrangement: Arrival Date/Time: __________________ Depart Date: __________________

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FORM F NEW YORK STATE FBLA SLC INTERN PROGRAM

The New York State FBLA Foundation will continue its SLC Intern Program at the 2018 State Leadership Conference. The SLC Intern Program is a great way for new and experienced members alike to learn more about the fields of Hospitality Management, Event Planning, and Project Management as well as the behind the scenes work that makes a State Leadership Conference successful. Students will assist SLC State Staff on Event Planning (including some activity preps and set-ups), Hospitality Management (assisting staff in making sure judges are taken care of and that competitive event activities stay on schedule) and Small Project Management (including the set-up and management of the SLC Theme Basket and Souvenir Sales Tables). A template of the application for the SLC Internship Program is attached. If you are interested in serving as an SLC Intern, please complete it and upload in PDF format using the upload link on the state website by March 1, 2018 at 11:59pm The SLC Intern Coordinator will select 10 interns from the applications submitted and you and your advisor will be notified via email of the final list of interns by March 15, 2018. Please Note: 1. Any current member may apply.

2. Interns may participate in only ONE (1) SLC competitive event. 3. Throughout the SLC, interns will be evaluated by the SLC Staff with whom they work. Evaluations will be

collected by the SLC Intern Coordinator and compiled to determine the 2018 SLC Outstanding Intern. All SLC interns will be awarded a certificate on stage at the closing session and a plaque will be awarded to the one selected as the Outstanding Intern.

4. The SLC Intern Coordinator will write each intern a letter of participation for their use in developing a future Electronic Career Portfolio.

5. Interns are required to dress in business attire throughout the conference (see the Dress Code in the SLC Mailing).

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NEW YORK STATE FBLA SLC INTERN PROGRAM APPLICATION

Eligibility: 2017-2018 NYS FBLA dues paid members who will attend the 2018 SLC. Student may enter only one SLC Competitive Event. Please type or print legibly using black ink.

Student Name

Student Email Address

Student Cell Phone—to be used at SLC only

Chapter Name

Chapter Address

Advisor Name

Advisor Email Address

Advisor Cell Phone—to be used at SLC only

Student Grade Level

Competitive Event You Will Compete In at SLC

Applicant’s Signature ______________________________________________________________________ Advisor’s Signature _______________________________________________________________________ Parent Signature__________________________________________________________________________ Please upload this completed form and the essay as a PDF document by March 1, 2018 at 11:59pm using the upload link located on the state website at www.nysfbla.org Please write a 200-word essay describing your interest in serving as an SLC Intern and what skills you possess that would be useful as an intern. Use the back of this form if necessary or you may attach a word processed document. Essay must not exceed 200 words.

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SLC INTERN 2018 Does Not EVALUATION ITEMS Not Meet Meets Exceeds Points

Recommended Expectations Expectations Expectations Earned

1. Quality of Essay - neatness, grammar, spelling, descriptive 0 1-7 8-14 15-20 2. Professional appearance (see Dress Code) 0 1-5 6-10 11-15 3. Completes assigned responsibilities effectively and in a timely manner 0 1-5 6-10 11-15 4. Demonstrates poise and a good attitude 0 1-3 4-7 8-10 5. Demonstrates self-confidence and initiative 0 1-3 4-7 8-10 6. Actively interacts with SLC staff, judges and attendees 0 1-3 4-7 8-10

7. Demonstrates the ability to effectively answer questions and knows where to go to get answers, if needed 0 1-3 4-7 8-10

8. Demonstrates organization, neatness, and knowledge of business procedures 0 1-3 4-7 8-10

Total Points /100

Max.

Intern Name:

School:

Description of Activity Worked:

Evaluator's Signature Comments:

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FORM G

LEADERSHIP MATERIALS ORDER FORM This form is available online at www.nysfbla.org/conferences/slc-order-form/

ADVISER NAME: CHAPTER NAME: MAILING ADDRESS: CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: ADVISER E-MAIL ADDRESS: Leadership Development Items for Sale: Number Item Price Ordered Total Cost 2013 SLC Tests on CD $30 per set 2014 SLC Tests on CD $30 per set 2015 SLC Tests on CD $30 per set 2016 SLC Tests on CD $30 per set 2017 SLC Tests on CD $30 per set Total Please send school check or money order for total cost of order (payable to NYS FBLA) and order form to:

NYS FBLA c/o Diane Masters

106 E. Washington Street Bath, NY 14810

Please allow two weeks for shipment.

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FORM H

NEW YORK STATE FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA

“Building Your Bridge to Success”

2018 STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE PARENTS’ SURVIVAL GUIDE

PDF Upload of all documents:

Student Permission, Emergency Form, and Code of Conduct Form

is

March 28, 2018

See upload link on the state website at www.nysfbla.org

Forms should be submitted as one documents in alphabetical order by last name. If you have more than 25 students attending, you made split the files into two or three PDF files – please name them School Name File 1, 2, 3 etc.)

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What is the “SLC?” The State Leadership Conference, or “SLC” as it is commonly known, is an annual state-wide conference held to fulfill three objectives. • Provide members the opportunity to test their business skills in

competition with those of fellow members across New York State. • Elect the 2018-2019 New York State FBLA Officer team. • Provide members with motivational and social learning experiences. The 2018 New York State Leadership Conference will be at the DoubleTree Hotel Binghamton and the Holiday Inn Binghamton in Binghamton, New York. Facilities The DoubleTree Hotel and the Holiday Inn Hotel are well-appointed hotels in downtown Binghamton. They are located on the same side of the street, about two city blocks apart, with sidewalk access. Chapters will be assigned their hotel by the FBLA Conference Hotel and Registration Coordinator. Chapters will not be split between hotels and chapters will have dinner both nights of the conference in the hotel they are assigned to. Competitions and other activities will take place in both the hotels. Although telephones are available in every sleeping room, there are surcharges for using them for outgoing calls. In the case of a fire, the elevators will be closed and evacuation will take place via the stairs. Soda, snack, and ice machines are located throughout the hotels. There are

restaurants in both hotels and numerous small eateries within the walking area between the two hotels. There is also a CVS and a department store on the same street. Security The hotels have their own security guards stationed throughout the facilities. There is a curfew check-in procedure followed by all advisers and a security guard is stationed on every FBLA occupied floor of the hotels from 10:00 pm to 6:00 am throughout the duration of the conference. There is an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) on duty 16 hours each day during the conference in case of a medical emergency Conference Rate: What Does It Include? As a part of the $361 per person quad room rate (other room rates apply for triple, double) a conference delegate will receive two meals, including dinner on Wednesday and dinner on Thursday. The $361 per person quad rate also includes quad occupancy room for two nights and a conference registration fee. Chapters may opt to arrive a day early (Tuesday) in which case the quad occupancy rate will be $391/person. Quad occupancy is designated as four (4) people to two (2) double sized beds.

The New York

State FBLA State

Leadership Conference

April 11-13,

2018 Binghamton

Conference begins at 1:00 pm April 11.

Conference

ends at noon

April 13.

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Competitions New York State FBLA offers 73 different skilled, performance, team, and chapter events for FBLA members to participate in at the State Leadership Conference, including:

• 3D Animation • Accounting I • Accounting II • Advertising • Agribusiness • American Enterprise Project • Banking & Financial Systems • Basic Decision Making • Broadcast Journalism • Business Calculations • Business Communication • Business Ethics • Business Law • Business Plan • Chapter Business Display • Chapter of the Year • Client Service • Community Service Project • Computer Applications • Computer Game &

Simulation Programming • Computer Problem Solving • Cyber Security • Digital Video Production • E-business • Economics • Electronic Career Portfolio • Emerging Business Issues • Entrepreneurship • FBLA Creed Speaking • Future Business Leader • Global Business • Graphic Design • Health Care Administration • Help Desk • Hospitality Management • Impromptu Speaking • Insurance & Risk

Management

• Introduction to Business • Introduction to Business

Communication • Introduction to Business

Presentation • Introduction to Business

Procedures • Introduction to FBLA • Introduction to Financial

Math • Introduction to Information

Technology • Introduction to Parliamentary

Procedure • Introduction to Public

Speaking • Introduction to Word

Processing • Job Interview • Journalism • Local Chapter Annual

Business Report • Management Decision

Making • Marketing • Mobile Application

Development • Network Design • Networking Concepts • Organizational Leadership • Outstanding New Chapter • Outstanding New Member,

Grades 7, 8, 9 • Parliamentary Procedure –

Individual • Parliamentary Procedure --

Team • Partnership with Business

Project • Personal Finance

• Public Service Announcement

• Public Speaking II • Publication Design • Sales Presentation • Securities & Investments • Social Media Campaign • Sports & Entertainment

Management • Spreadsheet Applications • Website Design • Who’s Who in FBLA • Word Processing

If a delegate places first through fourth in a competition that is also considered a National FBLA event, the delegate would be the NYS FBLA representative in that event at the National Leadership Conference, which begins on June 28 in Baltimore, Maryland. Transportation to the SLC Student transportation to the SLC will vary based upon the school. Many chapters travel by school bus; however, public bus transportation is also available. All student delegates attending the conference must be chaperoned by an FBLA adviser, parent, or authorized designee of the school district.

By placing 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or

4th in most

Competitive Events, FBLA

members advance to the

National Leadership Conference

in Baltimore,

Maryland on June 28-July 1.

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Dress Code There is a dress code for the conference. Appropriate business attire is required to be worn by all delegates to competitions, general sessions, meals, and meetings. A copy of the Dress Code is included in this guide for you to review with your child. The local chapter adviser will also review the dress code with the students attending the conference and will discuss what is considered to be appropriate business attire. Casual attire is permissible only for free time and during the recreation night/dance on Wednesday evening. The dance on Thursday evening is the annual officers’ ball and is a dressy event. Good taste should be exercised when selecting casual attire for the conference. Student Permission, Emergency Form, and Code of Conduct Form The last page of this packet is the New York State FBLA Student Permission, Emergency Form, and Code of Conduct Form which is required to be read and signed by every conference delegate, their parent/guardian, adviser, and school administrator. The Code of Conduct details what is expected of every student, what constitutes a violation of the Code of Conduct, and the consequences of the violation for the individual student and the local chapter. The Permission & Emergency Form requests the information and permission necessary to seek medical assistance for a student delegate should the need arise. This form must be returned to the chapter adviser and then forwarded to the designated state FBLA representative prior to the conference. At curfew during the conference, each chapter adviser will be asked to have their students sign a curfew check-

in sheet. Students must remain in their rooms from 12 am until 6 am. Should a student break curfew, it will be considered a violation of the Code of Conduct and will be handled as outlined in the Code of Conduct. Special Needs Form If your child has a special need such as dietary restrictions, a handicapped accessible room, etc., please complete the attached form and have the adviser submit it to us with the signed permission and health forms. Please be as specific as possible about the special needs, especially as it pertains to food. Miscellaneous The State Leadership Conference is a NON-SMOKING CONFERENCE. The address and telephone number of the DoubleTree Hotel and Holiday Inn are: DoubleTree Hotel Holiday Inn Hotel 225 Water Street 2 Hawley Street Binghamton, NY 13901 Binghamton, NY 13901 Phone: 607-722-7575 Phone: 607-722-1212 In case of an emergency, please call the hotel and request that a message be taken immediately to conference headquarters in the hotel. Conference staff members will locate FBLA members and/or advisers.

As always, the smoking of cigarettes or the use

of any illegal

substance at the SLC

is strictly prohibited.

All FBLA functions

are non-smoking.

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Why your son or daughter should attend the SLC The State Leadership Conference is an excellent way for FBLA members to gain valuable leadership experience that will be of benefit to them throughout their lives. Competition, socializing, networking and campaigning are all part of FBLA, and a great motivating experience for all members. FBLA members will be “Building Their Bridges To Success” at the 2018 State Leadership Conference.

2017-2018 NYS FBLA State Officer Team President – Gillian Mathews, Tri-Valley High School Executive Vice President – Nicolena Vega, Benjamin Cardozo High School State Vice President District 2 – Phillip Sol, Benjamin Cardozo High School State Vice President District 3N – Aidan Mentnech, Tri-Valley High School State Vice President District 3S – Choe Weiser, Mamaroneck High School State Vice President District 4 – Marigrace Gerhardt, Cobleskill-Richmondville HS State Vice President District 7 – Alexis Venettozzi, Little Falls High School State Vice President District 12 – Ann Wang, Williamsville East High School State Vice President District 13 – Emily Johnson, Falconer Central School Secretary – Madeleine MacLean, Williamsville East High School Treasurer – Phoebe Weiser, Mamaroneck High School Reporter – Maggie Bernstein, Hendrick Hudson High School Historian – Jordan Richheimer, Williamsville East High School Parliamentarian – Brian Suk, Williamsville East High School

If you have

any questions

regarding the

conference,

please

contact your

child’s

adviser.

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FBLA-PBL Members and advisors should develop an awareness of the image one’s appearance projects. The purpose of the dress code is to uphold the professional image of the association and its members and to prepare students for the business world. Appropriate attire is required for ALL attendees, at all conference functions, including meals, unless otherwise stated. Conference name badges and SLC bracelets are part of this dress code and must be worn at all conference functions. For safety reasons, do not wear name badges when touring outside the conference facility.

ACCEPTABLE PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE FOR OFFICIAL FBLA ACTIVITIES:

MALES - Business suit with collared dress shirt and necktie OR - Sport coat, dress slacks, collared shirt and necktie OR - Dress slacks, collared shirt, and necktie - Belt or suspenders are to be worn unless there are no belt loops on the pants - Banded collar shirt may be worn ONLY if sport coat or business suit is worn - Dress shoes and socks

FEMALES - Business Suit with blouse OR - Business Pant Suit with blouse OR - Skirt or Dress Slacks with Blouse or Sweater OR - Business Dress - Capris or Gauchos with coordinating jacket/suit, worn BELOW the knee - Dress Shoes

INAPPROPRIATE ATTIRE (BOTH MEN & WOMEN) INCLUDES:

- Jewelry in visible body piercing, other than ears - Denim or chambray fabric of any kinds, overalls, shorts, skirts, stretch or stirrup pants, exercise or bike shorts - Backless, see-through, tight fitting, spaghetti straps, strapless, or low cut blouses/tops/dresses/skirts or any other garment with a low

neckline. - Skirts & Dresses that are more than approximately 2 inches ABOVE the knee - T-Shirts, Lycra, spandex, midriff tops, tank tops, and bathing suits - Sandals, Athletic Shoes, industrial work shoes, hiking boots, bare feet or over the knee boots. - Athletic Wear, including sneakers - Hats or flannel fabric clothing - Bolo Ties - Visible Foundation Garments

Clarification: Many women’s two piece suits are currently designed so that they do not require a blouse. Therefore, this will be accepted. In addition, sling back shoes, open toe shoes and sleeveless dresses are accepted. Casual Attire is acceptable for some dances. Casual attire includes jeans, shorts (no more than 4 inches above the knee), nice t-shirts or denim/chambray shirts, sneakers or sandals. (Not Allowed are Lycra, spandex, midriff tops, pajamas, bathing suits, or any type of slippers). If there is doubt, select something else to wear. Be a professional. Updated July 20, 2017

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NEW YORK STATE FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT

Individual chapters or delegates violating any of the following rules while attending a district, state, or national conference will be dealt with in accordance with the procedures adopted by the Board of Trustees, and the penalties outlined below. The term “delegate” shall mean any FBLA member including State Officers. ALL VIOLATIONS WILL BE REPORTED TO PARENT/GUARDIANS, SCHOOL DISTRICT, LOCAL CHAPTER ADVISOR(S), AND THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES.

Any delegate while attending any FBLA functions/events/conferences (anything that represents FBLA) will be subject to displinary action.

VIOLATIONS OF ITEMS 1 THROUGH 6 WILL CAUSE DISQUALIFICATION OF THE STUDENT DELEGATE FROM INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM EVENTS AT THE CONFERENCE. STATE OFFICERS WILL ALSO RECEIVE A 30-DAY PROBATION PERIOD AND A PARTIAL LOSS OF STATE OFFICER DEPOSIT ($100).

1. All delegates must remain inside their assigned room during the curfew hours, 12:00am – 6:00am. Any area outside the

room is a violation including advisor’s room. 2. A one-day conference delegate must be off the grounds of the conference facilities by curfew. 3. A delegate must attend all general sessions and required activities at assigned times. 4. A delegate will wear appropriate business attire at workshops, leadership sessions, district meetings, competitive events, and

meals. Refer to Dress Code. 5. A delegate must keep his/her advisor informed of his/her activities and whereabouts at all times. 6. No delegate will leave the conference facilities unless he/she has received permission from his/her chapter advisor. His/her parents

or legal guardian(s) must transport a delegate returning home in an emergency.

VIOLATIONS OF ITEMS 7 THROUGH 15 WILL CAUSE DISQUALIFICATION OF THE DELEGATE FROM INDIVIDUAL AND TEAM EVENTS, LOSS OF CHAPTER POINTS WHERE APPLICABLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE STUDENT WILL BE DETAINED FOR THE DURATION OF THE CONFERENCE, AND WILL NOT BE PERMITTED TO PARTICIPATE IN ANY ACTIVITIES. ADDITIONALLY, STATE OFFICERS WILL FACE REMOVAL FROM OFFICE AS WELL AS FULL FORFEITURE OF ANY TRAVEL GRANTS AND STATE OFFICER DEPOSIT.

7. Smoking/vaping, use of any tobacco-related products is not permitted. 8. A delegate will not use his/her personal transportation to, from, or during the conference unless accompanied by his/her

parent(s), legal guardian(s), or authorized designee. 9. A delegate will not deface, change or remove public or private property. The student, chapter, and/or their

parent/guardians will be responsible and must pay damages of any property or furnishings. 10. Association among delegates will be limited to authorized conference activities. Delegates of the opposite sex will not be allowed

in the sleeping quarters unless a designated chapter advisor/chaperone is present in the room. 11. No delegate will be permitted to participate in any sexual activities while at a hotel or conference site. 12. Any delegate who knowingly remains in a room where any prohibited activities occur will also be in violation of the Code of

Conduct. 13. No delegate will use, possess, or sell illegal or controlled substances, or alcoholic beverages. No delegate will be permitted at a

bar or in nightclubs. 14. No delegate will engage in any activity that involves wagering or gambling. 15. No delegate will engage in any activity that will result in a risk to health, safety, and/or welfare of self or others. No delegate will

violate any local, state, or federal law. Violators will be turned over to the appropriate law enforcement agency.

Compliance with curfew and conduct of state officers will be under the purview of the state officer advisor(s), except in case of an emergency.

The discipline committee will act upon any misconduct not aforementioned and an appropriate penalty will be determined and enforced. A chapter’s unwillingness to abide by the decision of the Discipline Committee will result in the chapter’s suspension from FBLA sponsored functions for one calendar year. Delegates shall respect and abide by the authority vested to the Board of Trustees and it designees, or authorized representative of the conference/hotel staff.

Updated July 2017

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NEW YORK STATE FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA STUDENT PERMISSION, EMERGENCY FORM, AND CODE OF CONDUCT SIGNATURE FORM

It is the responsibility of the local chapter advisor to submit this form for each student attending the following event: EVENT INFORMATION LOCATION

This form must be emailed as a PDF file to . The submission of the form is a safety issue; copies of forms are kept electronically at the conference. The information on the forms is kept confidential, and the forms are deleted after the FBLA event. Local Chapter Advisors/Chaperone must carry an original copy to the conference.

**PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY**

Participant’s Full Name: School Name: _ Advisor Name: Participant’s Address: Participant’s Cell Phone: _ Participant’s Home Phone: _ Participant’s Date of Birth: _ Parent/Guardian’s Full Name(s):

EMERGENCY INFORMATION

Name of Emergency Contact Person:

Home Phone: _ Work Phone: Cell Phone:

Family Physician Name: _Physician Phone:

Insurance Company Name:

Plan Number/Group Number:

My/our child is allergic to the following drugs and/or medications (if none, so state):

List any medication that must be taken (if none, so state):

We/I hereby give permission for the FBLA Advisor or other responsible designee to transport my/our child to or from a doctor or hospital for emergency treatment. We/I hereby give permission for the FBLA Advisor or designee to sign any consents which may be necessary to allow hospital personnel and/or a licensed physician to examine my/our child and perform any emergency procedures, treatment, or surgery which may be necessary and to consent to the administration of any drugs or medication necessary to such emergency care.

We/I hereby agree to hold NYS FBLA free and harmless from and indemnify NYS FBLA for any expenses incurred in the rendering of such care and treatment and from any liability which may arise as a result of such care and treatment.

We have read and agree to abide by the NYS FBLA Code of Conduct as stated on the reverse side, also found in the NYS FBLA Handbook, or on the NYS FBLA website at www.nysfbla.org. We have read and clearly understand the NYS FBLA Dress Code for this event. We understand that damages to any property or furnishings in the hotel or convention center, any items taken from the guest room in the hotel, or any disrespect shown to other hotel guests will result in the student and their parents/guardians being held financially responsible for any associated costs. We also agree that the school officials, the FBLA Chapter advisor, the NYS FBLA conference staff, and the FBLA Board of Trustees have the right to disqualify and/or detain the above named student (participant) for the duration of the conference if the student (participant) is found to be in violation of the code of conduct.

The following signatures indicate that all parties have read, understand, and agree to all permission, health, dress code, student code of conduct guidelines, and that all information on this form is correct to the best of everyone’s knowledge.

Student Signature: Date:

Parent/Guardian Signature: Date:

Advisor/Chaperone Signature: _ Date:

Administrator Name: _ Telephone #:

Administrator Signature: _ Date:

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NYS FBLA 2018 STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

STUDENT AND ADVISER/CHAPERONE SPECIAL NEEDS FORM

Please complete this form and have the chapter adviser submit to NYS FBLA with the Permission and Health Forms if your child has a special need such as a dietary restriction or physical/medical condition that requires a certain accommodations (ie. handicap accessibility, low floor, etc.). Please provide as much information as possible regarding the requirements, especially as it relates to food restrictions. This form must be received by NYS FBLA by March 28, 2018. Student Name: Chapter Name: Adviser Name: Parent/Guardian Name and Emergency Contact #: _____ Dietary Restriction – special meals can be provided by the Convention Center for Kosher, Gluten Free, Vegan, Dairy Free, etc. Please state the type of restriction your child has and be specific as to the types of food they CAN and CANNOT eat. Our regular breakfast menu will include yogurt, breakfast pastries, cereal, milk, juices, eggs, bacon or sausage, fresh

fruit, French toast, breakfast potatoes. Our regular dinner menu will include salad choices, rolls and butter, vegetables, a selection of starches (either rice, pasta, or potato), entrees consisting of chicken and beef, and a dessert with water and soda available.

______ Physical/Medical Restriction – please state any special needs to accommodate a physical or medical restriction (ie. handicap-accessible room, use of a wheelchair on site, etc.)

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FORM I

SKILLED EVENTS UPDATE REMINDER NYS FBLA has approved home-site testing for the computer-generated portion of the skilled events (Computer Applications, Introduction to Word Processing, Spreadsheet Applications, and Word Processing). Each event will be composed of two (2) parts. Advisers will be sent the computer-generated part of the exams via e-mail as soon as NYS FBLA receives and verifies your chapter’s competitive event registration (must be submitted online March 1, 2018). You will be sent only the exams in which you have registered students. Another teacher or administrator (other than the chapter adviser) must administer the exams. The exams and the verification form must be UPLOADED by April 1, 2018 or it will result in disqualification. The completed exams and verification form must be uploaded. E-MAIL submissions will be disqualified. The second part of the exam is a 60-minute written test administered at the 2018 SLC to the same students who produced the computer-generated part of the exam. There can be no substitutions of students between the two portions of the exam. PLEASE TAKE THE TIME NOW TO CAREFULLY REVIEW THE EVENT GUIDELINES FOR THESE FOUR (4) EVENTS TO BE SURE THAT YOU ARE REGISTERING THE APPROPRIATE STUDENT(S) FOR THE EVENTS. UPON RECEIPT OF THE COMPUTER-GENERATED SECTIONS OF THE EXAMS, PLEASE CAREFULLY FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADMINISTERING, VERIFYING, AND SUBMITTING THE EXAMS TO AVOID DISQUALIFICATION. Questions pertaining to the skilled events, the event guidelines, or the computer-generated sections of the exam may be directed to Mrs. Debora Gaber, SLC Competitive Event Verification Coordinator (mrsgaber@aol.com or 845-623-3186).

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FORM J

NEW YORK STATE FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA

“Building Your Bridge to Success”

2018 STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE TENTATIVE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

AS OF JANUARY 28, 2018 (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

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2018 NEW YORK STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS (as of 1-28-18) – SUBJECT TO CHANGE

TIME WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11, 2018 EVENTS LOCATION DT = DoubleTree Hotel HI = Holiday Inn 8:30 am Mandatory SLC Intern Meeting (for Tuesday evening arrivals) 10:00 am -3:00 pm Conference & Competitive Events Registration 11:00 am Mandatory Adviser’s Meeting (for Tuesday arrivals) Noon-5:00 pm Exhibits/Theme Basket Table Student Activity Room (Board games available for use) Student Lounge 1:00 pm Mandatory SLC Intern Meeting (for Wednesday morning arrivals) 1:00 pm Collaborative Team Event Written Testing (Session I) -Entrepreneurship -Global Business -Banking & Financial Systems -Management Dec. Making -Marketing -Hospitality Management -Network Design -Sports & Entertainment Mgmt. 1:00 pm Performance Event Chairpersons Meeting (for 2pm events) 1:30 pm Judges Meeting with Event Chairpersons (for the 2pm events) 2:00 pm Digital Video Production Presentations (Finals) 2:00 pm Introduction to Business Plan Presentations (Finals) 2:00 pm Outstanding New Member, Grades 7, 8, 9 2:00 pm Public Service Announcement (Prelims) 2:00 pm Emerging Business Issues (Prelims) Preparation Room Performance Room A Performance Room B

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2:00 pm Written Events and Skilled Written Events (Session I) -Accounting I -Computer Applications

-Accounting II -Introduction to Word Processing -Advertisings -Spreadsheet Applications -Agribusiness -Word Processing -Business Calculation -Business Communication -Business Law -Computer Problem Solving -Cyber Security -Economics -FBLA Principles & Procedures -Insurance & Risk Management -Introduction to Business -Introduction to Business Communication -Introduction to Business Procedures -Introduction to Financial Math -Introduction to Information Technology -Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure -Journalism -Networking Concepts -Organizational Leadership -Personal Finance -Securities and Investments

2:15 pm Collaborative Team Event Written Testing (Session II) 3:00 pm Workshop

3:00 pm New Adviser Meeting

3:00 pm Mandatory SLC Intern Meeting (for Wednesday afternoon arrivals)

3:00 pm

Parliamentary Procedure Team Event (Finals)

Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room 3:15 pm Written Events and Skilled Written Events (Session II) 3:00 pm Performance Event Chairpersons Meeting (for 2pm events) 3:30 pm Judges Meeting with Event Chairpersons (for the 4pm events) 3:30 pm Collaborative Team Event Written Testing (Session III)

4:00 pm Graphic Design (Finals) 4:00 pm Mobile Application Development (Finals) 4:00 pm Workshop

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4:00 pm Mandatory Advisers’ Meeting 4:00 pm Chapter Presidents’ Meeting 4:00 pm State Officer Candidate Meeting/State Officer Candidate Screening of Campaign Materials 5:00 pm Mandatory Voting Delegates’ Meeting 5:45 pm District Meetings (Mandatory) District VP Candidate Speeches and Question & Answer Session District 1N/1S District 2 District 3N District 3S District 4

District 5/6 District 7 District 9 District 10 District 8/11 District 12 District 13 6:30 pm Dinner (Assigned Seating)

8:00 pm GENERAL LEADERSHIP SESSION #1 (Mandatory) Campaign Rally (Assigned Seating)

9:30 pm-11:30 pm MANDATORY STUDENT SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Dance (Western) Student Activity Room (Board games available for use) Student Lounges 9:30 pm National Officer Candidate Interviews

9:30 pm State Parliamentarian Candidate Interviews 10:30-11:45 pm Board of Trustees Meeting

Midnight CURFEW

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TIME THURSDAY, APRIL 12, 2018 EVENTS LOCATION 6:00-7:30 am Set-up of Campaign Booths Set-up of Chapter Business Display (No Public Admittance) 7:00-8:15 am Breakfast on your own 8:00 am-5:00 pm Conference Registration/Information 8:00 am-5:00 pm Theme Basket Auction/Exhibit Booths/Intern Booth 8:00 am Judges’ Breakfast 8:30 am Judges’ Meeting with Event Chairpersons 8:30 am Written Events and Skilled Written Events (Session III) 9:00 am-8:00 pm Coat Check Room for One-Day Registrants 9:00 am-2:00 pm Student Activity Room (Board games available for use)

Student Lounge

9:00 am-4:00 pm Advisers’/Judges’ Hospitality Areas

9:00 am Collaborative Team Conflict Testing

9:00 am Social Media Campaign (Finals)

9:30 am Chapter Business Display Judging 9:30 am Alternative Testing 9:45 am

Written Events and Skilled Written Events (Session IV ) Same events as Sessions I and II and Help Desk

9:00 am Performance Events Basic Decision Making (Semi-finals) Preparation Room Performance Room A Performance Room B

Impromptu Speaking (Semi-finals) Preparation Room Performance Room A Performance Room B

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9:00 am Emerging Business Issues (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room

Client Service (Semi-Finals) Preparation Room Performance Room A Performance Room B Marketing (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room Entrepreneurship (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room

Hospitality Management (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room Introduction to Business Presentations (Semi-Finals)

Performance Room A Performance Room B

Job Interview (Semi-finals) Performance Room A Performance Room B

Public Speaking I (Semi-finals) Performance Room A

)

Public Speaking II (Semi-finals) Performance Room A

Performance Room B

Future Business Leader (Semi-finals)

Computer Game & Simulation Programming (Finals) 10:00 am Sales Presentation (Finals) 10:00 am-2:00 pm Campaign Booths Open

The final hour (1pm -2pm) is open to Voting Delegates only

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10:45 am Written Events and Skilled Events (Session V) 10:45 am Website Design Presentations (Finals) 11:00 am Workshop Noon Lunch on Own Noon Written Events (Session V) Noon Judges’ Luncheon (Tickets Required) 1:00 pm Judges’ Meeting with Event Chairperson 1:00 pm Written Events and Skilled Events (Session VI) 1:00 pm Workshop 1:30 pm Introduction to Business Presentations (Finals) 1:30 pm Chapter of the Year Interviews 1:30 pm E-Business (Finals) 2:15 pm Written Test Conflicts 2:00 pm Performance Events (Finals) Job Interview (Finals) Performance Room

Public Speaking I (Finals) Performance Room Public Speaking II (Finals) Performance Room . Future Business Leader (Finals) Basic Decision Making (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room

Impromptu Speaking (Finals) Holding Room

Preparation Room Performance Room

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2:00 pm Business Ethics (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room

Global Business (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room Banking & Financial Systems (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room Client Service (Finals)

Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room

Help Desk (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room Management Decision Making (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room

Network Design (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room Sports & Entertainment Management (Finals) Holding Room Preparation Room Performance Room Public Service Announcement (Finals)

2:00 pm Community Service Project Presentations (Finals) 2:00 pm Alternative Testing 2:00 pm Campaign Booth and Chapter Business Display Breakdown 2:00 pm Workshop 2:30 pm 3D Animation (Finals)

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3:00 pm GENERAL LEADERSHIP SESSION #2 (Mandatory for Voting Delegates) Mainline Officer Candidate Question & Answer Session (Assigned Seating for Voting Delegates)

4:00 pm Electronic Career Portfolio Presentations 4:15-6:00 pm Voting Delegate Session 4:30-5:30 pm NYS FBLA Foundation Meeting

6:30 pm Dinner (Assigned Seating) 8:00 pm GENERAL LEADERSHIP SESSION # 3 (Mandatory)

Business Session, Election Results, Installation of Officers (Assigned Seating)

9:30 pm-11:30 pm MANDATORY STUDENT ACTIVITIES Officers’ Ball (Masquerade) Student Activity Room (Board games available for use) Student Lounges 9:30 pm-11:00 pm Advisers’ Appreciation Reception 9:45 pm New and Outgoing Officers’ Reception (Mandatory) Midnight CURFEW

TIME FRIDAY, APRIL 13, 2018 EVENTS LOCATION 7:00-8:15 am Breakfast on your own 7:30-8:00 am Incoming State Officer Adviser’s Meeting (Mandatory) 8:30-11:30 am GENERAL LEADERSHIP SESSION # 4 (Mandatory)

Presentation of Awards (Assigned Seating)

11:30 am Feedback Packet Distribution

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Form K

PRE-ORDER ONLY 2017-2018 FBLA Shirt SALES will benefit the NYS FBLA Foundation. All money and orders must be received no later than March 21, 2018.

Send orders to:

Donna Meyer, BOT C/O Randolph FBLA 7787 Maples Road Little Valley, NY 14755-9722

Make checks payable to RCS-FBLA

Shirts will be delivered at SLC in Binghamton from the Theme Basket Table. Use Excel order form for each chapter order.

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Chapter Name:________________________________ Advisor Name:________________________________ Advisor Cell #:________________________________

Send orders to: Donna Meyer, BOT C/O Randolph FBLA 7787 Maples Road Little Valley, NY 14755-9722 Make checks payable to RCS-FBLA

T-shirts Long sleeve t-shirts Crewneck Hoodie Total due

Youth Medium 0

Youth Large 0

Youth X-Large

Adult Small 0

Adult Medium 0

Adult Large 0

Adult XL 0

Adult 2XXL 0

Other sizes 0

2XL or larger additional charge

0

Total 0 0 0 0 0

All items will be blue and using Unisex sizing. 2XL and larger please add $2.50 per item. Long Sleeve t-shirts $27.00 T-shirts $20.00 Crewneck $32.00 Hoodies $39.00

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FORM L

NEW YORK STATE FBLA 2018 TESTS ON CD PRE-ORDER FORM

If you would like to purchase a set of the 2018 SLC Tests on CD, please complete the form online and submit with full payment to the address listed below no later than April 1, 2018. The 2018 SLC Tests on CD will be included in your feedback bag at the SLC. Your feedback bag will be available for pick up by the chapter adviser immediately following the close of the Awards Session on Friday, April 13. There will not be extra CD’s available for sale on-site. ADVISER NAME: CHAPTER NAME: MAILING ADDRESS: CONTACT PHONE NUMBER: ADVISER E-MAIL ADDRESS: Please send check for $30 (payable to NYS FBLA) and order form by April 1, 2018 to:

Diane Masters 106 E. Washington Street Bath, NY 14810

Chapters who submit the order form and payment received after the April 1 date, may not receive a CD at the SLC, but will have the CD mailed to them after the SLC.

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FORM M

Make and bring a theme basket to be auctioned off at the SLC. Anyone can win! All proceeds go to the NYS Foundation for NLC travel grants.

Earn points for Chapter of the Year Scrapbook (minimum $50 value) What will your theme be???

Movie Night Picnic Surf & Sun Chocolates Galore Pamper Yourself Gift Cards Cash Coffee/Tea/Hot Cocoa All things (city you live in)

This year’s goal is to raise $1,150 for the NYS FBLA FOUNDATION.

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