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OHIO FCCLA

DICTIONARY

OF ACTIVITIES AND EVENTS .

***IMPORTANT NOTE*** This dictionary is only intended as a quick reference to understanding the many

FCCLA opportunities to both student and teacher/adviser. Please use further

resources to obtain detailed information and current deadline dates. Entries are listed

in alphabetical order with no page numbers due to items annually being added or

deleted.

This document can be downloaded for free from the state webpage at www.ohiofccla.com .

or

This document can be purchased in hard copy form by contacting the State Adviser

at [email protected] Cost is $5.00

Last Updated 3/2014 Dictionary updated every three years-current updates will be emailed and online as needed.

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Special Thank You to Ohio FCCLA Adviser

Consultant Team! Ohio FCCLA Adviser Consultant Team prepared the Ohio FCCLA State Dictionary of

Activities and Events for Ohio advisers. Ohio FCCLA is extending a special thank you

to all members of the adviser consultant team.

Dova Zak Penta [email protected] Region 1

Kim Root Bellevue [email protected] Region 2

Tami Baumberger Shelby [email protected] Region 2

Kris Bruce Crestline [email protected] Region 2

Jennifer Demczyk Black River [email protected] Region 2

Kelley Smith Tallmadge [email protected] Region 3

Cheryl Perkeybile Fort Recovery [email protected] Region 4

Darnice Wilkinson Miami Valley CTC [email protected] Region 5

Rita Potter Piqua [email protected] Region 5

Jennifer Cross Eaton [email protected] Region 5

Susan Lengerich Indian Lake [email protected] Region 6

Jennifer McClure- Spillers Fairfield- Union [email protected] Region 7

Katie Lucas Mid East [email protected] Region 8

Megan Grimm Cochoston [email protected] Region 8

Becky Berling Ross/Butler [email protected] Region 9

Martha Boggs Fayetteville [email protected] Region 10

Advisers are essential to the existence of FCCLA. FCCLA needs Advisers who are interested in helping

others develop the skills required to run a successful chapter and who command the respect of students,

administration, and the public

Ohio FCCLA Adviser Consultant Team members share personal knowledge, experience and information with other

advisers by:

Answering basic questions

Helping new advisers and serving as mentors

Presenting workshops and fall adviser professional development retreats

Meeting with advisers who request help

Maintaining a Web site dedicated to advisers in Ohio

Providing new resources for advisers

Organizing Ohio FCCLA State STAR Events

This team of advisers is for the purpose of helping both new and seasoned advisers. Adviser consultants

placed on this team consists of both new and seasoned advisers and are placed on this team by their own

interest of serving or if they are asked to serve. Please feel free to contact an adviser consultant for more

information when you have questions. If they can’t answer your question they should be able to direct you

in the right direction or find the answer for you and get back with you.

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How to use and what you will find in this

dictionary…….. Things to know: This dictionary is intended to help new and seasoned advisers learn about

terms and activities associated with the FCCLA organization

This document will continue to evolve as FCCLA changes and grows

This dictionary is being offered online/hard copy so that each adviser may

choose how they would like to set up their file/binder system

This is a working document to include all advisers input…..please notify

an adviser consultant (listed within this document) when you feel there

should be something added or shared with other advisers

Each adviser should feel free to write in their document to help remember

specific things to each of their events that involve their personal chapter(s)

(ie; transportation departure times, PO’s that need to be made, hotels stayed

at in the past, etc.)

Resources

- Adviser Consultant Members

- Check out the resource page

located in this dictionary

Activities Listed in Dictionary

BOLDED items are individual

resource pages

NON BOLDED items are specific

terms/activities listed in the

dictionary

- Resources

- National & State Regions

- General FCCLA Information

- Opening/Closing Ceremony

- Adviser Recognition

- Affiliation/Membership

- Board of Directors

- Capital Hill Leadership

- Career Days

- Chapter Degree

- Constitution

- Consumer Knowledge Bowl

- Deadline Dates

- District Officers

- Dress Code Policy

- Endowment

- Evaluator/Assistant Lead for

Judging Events

- Fall Leadership Conference

- FCCLA Merchandise Store

- Financial Literacy Competition

- Goals

- Headquarters

- Honorary Membership

- Leadership Academy

- Lifesmarts

- Local Officer

- Logos

- Media

- Mini Handbook

- National Cluster Meeting

- National Leadership

Conference

- National Officer

- National Programs

- Ohio State Fair Booth and

Activities

- Outreach Project

National and State

- Outstanding Chapter

- Parliamentary Procedure

- Planning Process

- Power of One

- President’s Service Award

- Regional Officer

- Regional Professional

Development Meetings

- Regionals

- Regional Leadership Training

- Scholarships

- School Administration Award

- STAR Events

- State Degree

- State Officer

- State Parents

- State Projects and National

Program Awards

- Step One (Webquest)

- Teen Times

- Theme for State

- Glossary of Acronyms

- Check off list of things to do

for event planning (template)

RESOURCES

The following resources are referenced throughout this dictionary. Additional

pages follow in order that you may contact someone for further information.

Information and Forms Book This book is created annually with current information and deadline dates by the state adviser from ODE.

A variety of forms, applications, and detailed information on activities and events can be found within this

document. The updated version is typically available during the month of September. It can be found on

the Ohio FCCLA Website. Access to the Information and Forms book is directly found on the homepage. It

can be printed in parts or whole. Many advisers print the entire book so chapter members can also have

access to the information.

FCCLA Web Sites National FCCLA Website: www.fcclainc.org National FCCLA Website gives you up to

date information on national meetings and programming. There is also an adviser section on

Website with blog.

National FCCLA NEC Blog- http://fcclanec.blogspot.com/?m=1

National Twitter- www.twitter.com/NationalFCCLA

Pinterest- www.pinterest.com/nationalfccla/

National Facebook- www.facebook.com/nationalfccla

Ohio FCCLA Webpage: www.ohiofccla.com Ohio FCCLA Website gives you up to date

information on Ohio events, STAR Events, regional competitions, Information and Forms

Book and link to affiliate your members.

Ohio FCCLA Alumni and Associates: www.ohiofcclaalumni.com

The Alumni is administrated by Ohio FCCLA Alumni and Associates Association. It

provides opportunities for alumni to volunteer and also grants for National Leadership

Conference.

Ohio FCCLA Endowment: www.ohiofcclaendowment.com

The Endowment is dedicated to providing an additional source of funding for scholarships

and grants for Ohio FCCLA.

Membership Registration: www.registermychapter.com/fcclamem/oh

National Conference Registration for Ohio: www.registermychapter.com/fccla/nat-oh

FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/FCCLA.ohio

Twitter: www.twitter.com/FCCLAOhio

State Adviser Email: Paulette Farrago [email protected]

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KNOW YOUR REGIONS

National FCCLA Regions

CENTRAL REGION—

Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky,

Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota,

Wisconsin

NORTH ATLANTIC REGION—

Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts,

New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont,

West Virginia

PACIFIC REGION—

Alaska, Arizona, California, Colorado, Guam,

Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New

Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming

SOUTHERN REGION—

Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia,

Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Puerto Rico, South Carolina,

Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Virginia Islands

Regions/Districts

Region 1 030 Four County

039 Penta

059 Oregon City

060 Sylvania City

061 Toledo City

062 Washington Local

Region 2 003 Ashland- West Holmes

032 EHOVE

033 Sandusky City

057 Lorain City

058 Lorain County

066 Medina County

081 Madison Local

082 Mansfield City

083 Pioneer

105 Wayne County

Region 3 004 Ashtabula County

015 Columbiana County

019 Cleveland City

020 Cleveland Heights

021 East Cleveland City

023 Lakewood

025 Mayfield Excel T.E.C.C.

026 Parma City

027 Cuyahoga Valley

028 Polaris

052 Auburn

053 Mentor

063 Mahoning County

078 Maplewood

089 Alliance City

090 Canton City

092 Massillon City

093 Plain Local VEPD

094 Stark County

095 Akron City

096 Four City Compact

097 Six Compact

098 Portage Lake

099 Trumbull County

115 Canton

Region 4 001 Apollo

002 Lima

085 Vanguard –Sentinel

102 Vantage

116 Millstream

121 Tri-Star

Region 5 069 Upper Valley

071 Dayton City

073 Miami Valley

117 Greenville City

120 Centerville

Region 6 011 Springfield- Clark

031 Delaware Area

037 Tolles

056 Ohio Hi-Point

111 Tri-Rivers

Region 7 035 Columbus City

036 Eastland-Fairfield

038 South Western City

084 Pickaway-Ross

119 Lancaster

Region 8 006 Belmont- Harrison

016 East Liverpool

050 Jefferson County

051 Knox County

055 C-TEC (Licking)

074 Morgan Local

075 Mid-East

101 Buckeye Career

104 Washington County

108 Coshocton Co

Region 9 008 Butler Tech

009 Hamilton City

042 Greene County

043 Cincinnati City

044 Great Oaks

072 Mad River

103 Warren County

Region 10 005 Tri-County

007 Southern Hills

012 US Grant

040 Gallia-Jackson-Vinton

054 Lawrence County

067 Meigs

077 Pike County

086 Scioto County

107 Adams County/Ohio Valley

OPENING CEREMONY

PRESIDENT: (Gives a rap with the gavel signaling the officers and members to stand)

“We are the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America. Our mission is to

promote personal growth and leadership development through Family and Consumer

Sciences education.”

OFFICERS: “Focusing on the multiple roles of family member, wage earner; and community leader,

members develop skills for life through character development, creative and critical

thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and career preparation."

MEMBERS: “As we work toward the accomplishment of our goals, we learn cooperation, take

responsibility, develop leadership; and give service.”

PRESIDENT: The ______________________________________ meeting of the

__________________________Chapter of FCCLA of FCCLA is now in session. You

may be seated.”

CLOSING CEREMONY

PRESIDENT: (Gives a rap with the gavel as a signal to stand)

“FCCLA members, we are challenged to accept the responsibility of making today’s

decisions that affect our lives and the world tomorrow.”

“Let us repeat the Creed.”

MEMBERS: “We are the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America.

We face the future with warm courage and high hope;

For we have the clear consciousness of seeking old and precious values.

For we are the builders of homes,

Homes for America’s future;

Homes where living will be the expression of everything that is

good and fair,

Homes where truth and love and security and faith will be

realities, not dreams.

We are the Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America.

We face the future with warm courage and high hope.”

PRESIDENT: The ______________________________________ meeting of the

__________________________Chapter of FCCLA is adjourned.

Adviser Recognition

WHAT IS THIS: National and Ohio State Activity TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

The purpose of adviser recognition is to

reward local advisers for outstanding

contributions to the organization. These

advisers have a commitment to the

organization and have given their personal

time and energy to encourage student

involvement in a variety of ways.

Information and Forms Book

Go to national website and click on

Awards and then Adult Awards

THINGS TO KNOW: Two awards are available; Master Adviser and Adviser Mentor There is a February deadline date for applying Recipients are recognized at the National Leadership Conference and State Leadership Conference Years advising are required for application as well as recommendation letters and other criteria

dependent on the award- 3 years of advising for Master Adviser

PERSONAL ADVISER NOTES:

Adviser Website Resources

WHAT IS THIS: National and Ohio State

Activity TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Adviser resources are available on two

websites. The Ohio FCCLA Adviser

Consultant website is totally devoted to

giving new ideas to local advisers. The

National FCCLA has a portion of their

website devoted to advisers.

www.ohiofcclaadviser.com

Go to national website and click on Adviser

The Adviser- local adviser publication

THINGS TO KNOW: National FCCLA website has a section devoted to lesson plans that have been submitted by other

advisers. There are over 100 lesson plans. The Adviser publication is distributed 3 times a year to local advisers. It is also posted on national

website. There is an exchange of ideas at the Ohio FCCLA Adviser Consultant website. The adviser section of National FCCLA website also contains a blog.


http://www.ohiofcclaadviser.com/

Affiliation/Membership

WHAT IS THIS: Ohio State Activity Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Registering your members as an official

member of FCCLA gives them many

leadership and growth opportunities.

Ohio affiliates through Ohio FCCLA

Do not affiliate on National Website

Check Information & Forms Book for

deadlines

Online affiliation only

THINGS TO KNOW: Affiliation is completed online at www.registermychapter.com/fcclamem/oh

Chapter ID#, password and email are required to register. If not affiliated previous year, contact

Paulette Farago at [email protected] to be entered into data base and receive a password.

National dues are $9 per person and state dues are $6 per person for a total of $15 per person.

Types of affiliation for Ohio- Individual, Chapter FCS High School, Middle School and Urban.

Individual- All occupational/workforce program plus FCS programs. Membership dues are paid according to

the total number of members that a chapter registers.

Chapter FCS High School- FCS Chapters at high schools register all members as a chapter. The fee is $750.

Unlimited number of high school FCS students may be affiliated at one price for state and 50 members for

National FCCLA.

Middle School- Chapters at middle school may affiliate unlimited number of members for one fee of $750.

This includes both National and Ohio affiliation.

Urban - Urban programs in previous affiliation hubs may affiliate an unlimited number of members for one

price of $7500 ( $3000 for state dues and $4500 for national dues)


http://www.registermychapter.com/fcclamem/oh


Alumni and Associates - National


Past members (FHA, FHA/HERO, New

Homemakers of America) that join the

organization who wish to continue supporting

the student organization are known as Alumni

members; Associates are those who were never

a member of the student organization, but want

to affiliate and support them in their endeavors.

www.fcclainc.org

THINGS TO KNOW: Dues are $15.00 annually or 2 years for $25.00 Members receive a quarterly issue of Beyond the Red and Teen Times magazine


Alumni and Associates - Ohio


Past members and interested adults who

want to support the FCCLA organization

(including the above)

www.ohiofcclaalumni.com

Annual dues and Accomplishment Letter sent

to current members

THINGS TO KNOW: Dues are $10 per year Lifetime Membership is a one-time fee of $100.00. Officers serve a two year term: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and VP of

Merchandising/Promotion Sponsor FCCLA National Competitor Grants to State Qualifiers for the upcoming National Leadership

Conference. Qualifiers must apply. Sponsor and set up a tent at the Ohio State Fair to promote the organization Conduct Sales Events at Fall Leadership Conference and State Leadership Conference Support State Officers and State Officer Advisers through various financial donations such as state t-

shirts for conferences Support State Leadership Conference through donations for such items as speakers, decorations, polos

for Conference Helpers, etc. Sponsor Life Smart Teams going onto National Competition through petition process Keep an up-to-date data base of past members and advisers Store items of historical importance to the organization such as scrapbooks, program booklets, old FHA

magazines, outdated pins and emblems, past state t-shirts, and the Charter.



Board of Directors


The Ohio FCCLA Board of Directors is

the policy making body of the state

association

www.ohiofccla.com Information and Forms Book

THINGS TO KNOW: Elections take place yearly for local advisers representing regions. Even number regions elections take

place in even years and odd number regions take place in odd years. The Board of Directors is composed of the following positions:

Culinary Teacher, Early Childhood Education Teacher, Lodging Teacher,

Ten Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers (1 from each region), State Officers,

Endowment Chairperson, Representative from the Alumni and Associates, State Parent(s),

FCS Supervisor , State Adviser, Assistant State Director of Pathways, Programs and Services,

and Family and Consumer Sciences Education Consultant


Capitol Hill Leadership

WHAT IS THIS: National Activity TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

This is an exciting and unique opportunity for

all nationally affiliated FCCLA members and

advisers from across the country to network

with each other, develop leadership skills,

participate in service-learning opportunities,

and advocate for FCCLA.

Go to National Website-typically in

late summer/early fall there will be a

link on the homepage or

Go to National Website and click on

the Meetings tab

THINGS TO KNOW: This event happens late September so registration will need to be completed before school starts

There will be a lot of walking –wear appropriate shoes

Members will have the opportunity to meet and advocate for FCCLA with their local legislature

representative

State Officers attend every other year as a group or on their own every year. All members are eligible to attend.



Career Days


FCCLA has partnered with three teams in

Ohio; Columbus Blue Jackets, Cleveland Cavs,

and the Columbus Crew. Each team gives a

behind the scenes look at the careers involved

to run the team and then you have the

opportunity to watch the respective team game

that night.

Go to the Information and Forms Book

Go to the Ohio Website

Once you’ve gone sometimes you will

directly receive information in the mail

THINGS TO KNOW: These events easily fall into the Career Connection National Project These events happen on a school day/night and time away from school will depend on the distance you

will have to travel Registration cost is approximately $30.00 but each team is different and is subject to change Dates are not consistent on a yearly basis so you will always need to seek more detailed

information


Ceremonies

WHAT IS THIS: National and State Resources TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Along with the opening and closing ceremony,

candlelight ceremonies can be used to install

officers, new members, recognize members for

accomplishments.

Purchase a book called FCCLA: The

Ultimate Leadership Handbook – high

dollar ($60.00) but well worth the

investment Contact a consultant team member

THINGS TO KNOW: You will need to have 9 candle holders, 8 white candles, 1 white candle and a lighter that works Slips of paper that have each of the 8 purposes listed

Other options; nice tablecloth, roses, certificates, pins, etc.


Chapter Degree


An individual project helping a member to

grow. It shows they can assume responsibilities

in the home, chapter, school, job and

community.


THINGS TO KNOW: Granted by the local chapter School chapters must be affiliated to grant the chapter degree Special recognition ceremony should be given for those receiving the chapter degree Chapter Degree can be inserted when a member wants to complete the State Degree


Constitution

WHAT IS THIS: National and Ohio State Activity Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

The constitution states how a chapter should

operate the FCCLA organization. It should be

adopted and updated through parliamentary

procedure practices.

Consider talking to an adviser

consultant

Resources from the national

organization can aid in creating a

constitution

THINGS TO KNOW: Excellent tool to provide credibility to a program and justify decisions made within a school chapter Ohio FCCLA has a state constitution that is posted online at www.ohiofccla.com . National FCCLA has a national constitution that is posted online at www.fcclainc.org . A constitution sample is in the works to be included in this document at a later date




Consumer Knowledge Bowl (Some refer to this event as the Knowledge Bowl)

WHAT IS THIS: TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

The Family and Consumer Sciences Knowledge

Bowl is a three level, team competition that

challenges students’ knowledge of 1. FACS

studies, 2.Early Childhood and Human

Development, 3. Food Sciences, Dietetics 4.

Hospitality, Tourism and Recreation, 5. Fashion

and Housing Design, and 6. FCCLA knowledge

www.fcclainc.org click on competitive

events in the events manual

THINGS TO KNOW: Competition will first be held at National Cluster Meeting


Deadline Dates

WHAT IS THIS: National and Ohio State Activity Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

DEADLINE DATES ARE IMPORTANT TO

BE AWARE OF……………..EACH

ACTIVITY EVENT IS DIFFERENT

Information and Forms Book in the

front part Ohio website with individual events National website with individual

events National mailings

THINGS TO KNOW: NEVER become comfortable with previous deadline dates from previous years Many dates do stay the same but it’s good to always double, triple and quadruple check Unless otherwise stated most due dates are designated by the ‘postmark date’ If a deadline is missed but you can still submit a late fee will be charged



Dress Code Policy

WHAT IS THIS: National and Ohio State

Activity Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Dress Code policy must be followed when

in attendance at all FCCLA meetings,

workshops, and general sessions.

Information and Forms Book Any registration packet will have the dress

code policy included Mailings may be sent as well

THINGS TO KNOW: FCCLA dress code is referred to as business attire- National FCCLA has a strict dress code that is

enforced at all National FCCLA events. See dress code at www.fcclainc.org Any school clothing with the FCCLA logo is allowed but note t-shirts are not No flip flops School clothes are ok but will be scrutinized for appropriateness Members are not allowed on stage to receive awards if not in approved dress code Uncommon articles students may not have due to income, wardrobe, etc. a chapter may want to collect

to have on hand. i.e. ties, a variety of sizes in a polo shirt so a member can borrow Unless in costume, members may choose to compete in business attire Please check for state dress code for each event


Endowment


The Ohio Association of FCCLA Endowment

is designed to develop and provide a permanent

source of funding to increase and support

FCCLA Leadership activities. The endowment

is governed by a board.


THINGS TO KNOW: Outstanding Chapter Award has a component that requires this event to contribute to the endowment

fund Monies are used for scholarships, leadership grants, state/national grants Donations are accepted by individuals as well as corporate



Evaluator/Assistant Lead

for Judging Competitions


EVALUATOR: This is an adviser, past student,

and/or community member that is asked and

invited to evaluate various competition events.

LEAD/ASSISTANT LEAD CONSULTANT:

This is typically an adviser who has been invited

to chair a competition event securing judges and

organizing for the competition event they are in

charge of.

Contact an adviser consultant for

specific information

Contact the person who has invited

you to be an evaluator or lead/assistant

lead consultant

THINGS TO KNOW: FOR THE EVALUATOR:

Read over the rules/rubrics for your assigned event

Be positive with project improvements – many students are competing for the first time

Lunch is provided as a thank you for your time

FOR THE LEAD/ASSISTANT LEAD:

You must secure judges for your event; be sincere in your choices not just selecting a ‘body’ to

fill the spot

Be familiar with your event rules/rubrics/set up/supplies and equipment needed

Events change from year to year so make sure you check for those changes

Lunch is provided as a thank you for your time

Gifts are typically provided to you to give to your judges as an additional thank you besides

lunch


Fall Leadership Conference


This is a two day opportunity (school days)

where FCCLA members/officers attend

leadership workshops and gain new knowledge

for the upcoming school year. State Officers

plan and host this event.

Go to the Ohio FCCLA Webpage and

look under Conferences and Events Information and Forms Book

THINGS TO KNOW: Registration is typically due very soon when school has started because the conference is typically held

in the middle of October-you may hear some advisers call it ‘camp’ (old name) Two registrations will be offered; one package with a t-shirt, one package without a t-shirt – both

include registration, housing, and meals Students stay in dorm type pods (possibly with other students from other schools) which means they

need to bring their own bedding, toiletries, and dress for outside weather Students will attend workshops as well as advisors; talent show, state projects, general sessions with

motivational speakers, campfire, etc. is a typical agenda Held in Marengo, Ohio at the Heartland Retreat Center


FCCLA Merchandise Store

WHAT IS THIS: National Resource TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

API is the current company used to purchase

FCCLA merchandise. You will find

anything from clothing, publications and

awards to knick knacks in the catalog.

National website by clicking on FCCLA

Online Store on the homepage Typically receive a catalog in a national

mailing

THINGS TO KNOW: At the Fall Leadership Conference in October and State Conference in April the Ohio Alumni

Associates will sell some of the more common items however they use an outside company as well for

clothing and may not have the exact same items found in the API catalog API always has a vendor area at every National Conference where you can buy all items found in the

catalog-this will help you to avoid shipping costs if you buy onsite Also other items may be purchase from Ohio FCCLA Alumni at www.ohiofcclaalumni.com



Financial Literacy Competition


This is a competition among schools that creates

a team of 5 students from their school. It

consists of a buzz round competition as well as

working through a financial scenario where

students take on the role of a financial advisor

and then create a PowerPoint presentation to

business/financial judges.

Contact Terry Rumker

[email protected]

Fax number is: 419-289-5910

Information may or may not be on

websites

THINGS TO KNOW: Competition happens sometime in the fall anywhere from October to November Ashland University Business Department is the site for the competition It is all day with the college providing lunch Entries are limited-No Cost-Students There is a dress code for event


Goals – State Program of Work


Each year the State Executive Council sets goals

for all chapters to strive and complete as a local

chapter or as a state.

Information and Forms Book Ohio website General information sheet found in

Information and Forms Book or other

mailings

THINGS TO KNOW: Many goals are repeated from year to year

The goals are used to plan a Program of Work for the state association

These may be ideas to center a STAR Event project around

Typically there are approximately five goals created

Each chapter may set goals and plan their own Program of Work for the year



Headquarters (National)

WHAT IS THIS: National Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

All National level activities happen from

this location. National conferences are

planned, Teen Times is published, and the

National Executive Council (NEC) operate

from these headquarters.

Go to the national FCCLA website, then

click on About Us, depending on what

information you are looking for will make

your decision on what to click on next FCCLA National Headquarters

910 Association Dr.

Reston, VA 20191

(703) 476-4900

(800) 234-4425

Fax: (703) 860-2713

www.fcclainc.org

THINGS TO KNOW: You should feel very comfortable contacting the national headquarters, however, they are busy and you

may want to pursue other avenues first by contacting an adviser consultant or the state adviser to have

your question(s) answered

The current FCCLA Executive Director is Sandy Spavone National FCCLA will refer you back to state level for answers to questions.


Honorary Membership


Honorary Membership is awarded each year by

the Ohio FCCLA state association to not more

than 4 individuals that have made outstanding

contributions at the state level. Local chapters

may select local honorary members also.


Applications at www.ohiofccla.com

THINGS TO KNOW: Nominations are accepted each year for individuals that have made outstanding contributions at state

level. Nomination Form in found on website www.ohiofccla.com or Information and Forms Book Honorary members are announced and recognized at State Leadership Conference Pass honorary members are listed in Information and Forms Book




State Executive Council members make the final selection of honorary members.


Leadership Academy

WHAT IS THIS: State and National Activity TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

National FCCLA leadership program. There are

four areas of concentration. Ohio FCCLA will

be piloting the program at Fall Leadership

Conference and Regional Leadership Trainings.

www.fcclainc.org

THINGS TO KNOW:

Leadership Academy FCCLA Ultimate Leader

The FCCLA Ultimate Leader concentration is for any member interested in advancing their basic leadership knowledge and skills. SLC Achiever

The SLC Achiever is for any FCCLA member who wants to learn how to apply the Five Practices of the Student Leadership Challenge® to their life. Expert Advocate

The Expert Advocate concentration is for any FCCLA member looking for leadership training with an emphasis on advocacy and public policy. Participants are required to put their knowledge into action during Capitol Leadership by addressing current and important youth and education issues. Master State Officer

The Master State Officer concentration is designed specially for state officers who want the ultimate officer experience in leadership training, FCCLA integration, and networking with others. PERSONAL ADVISER NOTES:


Lifesmarts


An online consumer education resource and

competition. Qualifiers move on to state

level and the state champion moves on to

the national level. Teams can be made up

of 6th – 8

th grade and 9

th – 12

th grade but

only 9-12 can go on to nationals. Topics

covered deal with health and safety,

consumerism, financial literacy, technology

and the environment.

www.lifesmarts.org

THINGS TO KNOW: Topics students will be tested over include; managing your finances, making smart consumer choices,

understanding technology, staying healthy, helping the environment, etc. Advisers register as coaches and create teams Teams than compete online There are practice tests and resources provided by lifesmarts


Local Officer

WHAT IS THIS: Local Activity Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Each local chapter should elect a slate of

officers to become known as the local executive

council to plan and carry out the various

activities for the local chapter

FCCLA Leadership Handbook/CD

THINGS TO KNOW: The local chapter must be an affiliated chapter Officers must be affiliated Officers should be elected according to the local chapter’s constitution


Logos for FCCLA

WHAT IS THIS: National Resource TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

FCCLA logos along with logos for National

Programs can be obtained here for

reproduction. Both color and black & white

are available depending on what nationals

provide.

Go to National Website and click on News

& Media

Go to Ohio Website and there will be a

connecting link by going to News &

Media

THINGS TO KNOW: There are specific rules as how the FCCLA logo can be used and displayed. These must be adhered to.

The do’s and don’ts are found immediately when you go to the link. The name and the emblem of FCCLA, Inc. is a registered trademark in the U.S. Patent Office and its use

is determined by the National Board of Directors and as stated in the organization’s publication, Policies

of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, Inc.

Only affiliated members may use the logo and term FCCLA member. Others are violating trademark

laws.


Media

WHAT IS THIS: Ohio State and National Activity TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Our best media is ourselves. We need to be

promoting and celebrating our students do

which in turn can position your chapter as a

vital community resource.

Information and Forms Book FCCLA national website, then click on

news and media Ohio FCCLA website, then click on news

and media

THINGS TO KNOW: Media includes; public service announcement (PSA), media release to a newspaper, radio, magazine,

wire service like the Associated Press (AP), television, the Internet, newsletters, and social media Writing the article for your media connection may help in the long run to get your word out quickly Both the state and national levels will provide news releases for state and national events. This can be

very helpful and save you time

Put a student in charge of at least writing the initial news releases so the adviser only needs to proof Good public relations and LOTS of it can save programs if the public knows about you and what you are

doing in and out of the classroom


Mini Handbook


In a very small (purse size) booklet the state

officers provide a one stop place for FCCLA

information for its members. Basic FCCLA

information along with event dates for the

current year are available

Contact the state adviser

THINGS TO KNOW: Depending on printing costs, determines the cost to the chapter or individual Sold in packages of 25 Excellent ‘give item’ to local board of education members, principals, secretaries, etc. Available at the beginning of the school year


National Cluster Meeting

WHAT IS THIS: National Activity TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Cluster meeting are regional meetings throughout the nation on a rotation basis. Each year the cities change that you can attend. Chapter members can explore opportunities for personal development, gain ideas for shaping future careers, and discover great ways to use FCCLA national programs in their own chapters. Workshops are presented by FCCLA chapters, partners, and exhibitors, and may include topics such as Family and Consumer Sciences careers, nutrition and healthy lifestyles, global perspectives, and much more.

Go to the Information and Forms Book

Go to the national website and if not

found on the homepage click on

Meetings

Nationals sends out a packet of

information about nationals which will

include the registration book and

agenda

Ohio website will also have a link to

connect

THINGS TO KNOW: Cluster meetings are held in the month of November so registration takes place early Competitive events happen at cluster meeting…..go to competitive events in this

dictionary for additional information

Cluster involves a weekend but may require you to leave school on a Friday

Dress code is required


National Leadership Conference

WHAT IS THIS: National Activity Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

The FCCLA National Leadership Conference

is the very top meeting a member/chapter can

attend. A member/adviser may be attending

for a variety of reasons including and not

limited to; STAR Event competition, helping

out as a lead consultant, evaluator, attending

workshops/giving workshops, professional

development for advisers, competing in other

events, the list continues on.

National website

Ohio State website

Information and Forms Book (some)

THINGS TO KNOW: Always takes place immediately after the 4

th of July in the summer

Registration is always a very quick turn around The registration process can seem very overwhelming but the state adviser along with other seasoned

advisers are there to answer questions Average cost typically runs around $1,000/attendee, some monies can be covered by career tech funding Purchase orders need to be generated before State Leadership Conference STAR Events participants will need to be register before May- check deadlines.


National Officer


National officers are elected by the national

population of members at the National

Leadership meeting in July. Members can

apply for this position online. The team

consists of ten elected members. These

officers serve as liaisons to the membership.


www.fcclainc.org, click on officer

THINGS TO KNOW: Steps typically include; application, prepare and take a test, attend orientation, wait to receive a letter of

acceptance, give a speech, and then receive a final acceptance letter



National Programs WHAT IS THIS: Ohio State Activity Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

There are eight National programs

offered by National FCCLA.

www.fcclainc.org national website under

programs

THINGS TO KNOW: National Programs in Action is a STAR event that members can participate in at Regional

conference

FCCLA offers national recognition to chapters that complete the different projects. This

honor includes cash awards and special recognition at the National Leadership

Conference, online, and in Teen Times magazine. Chapters apply online for recognition.

There are lesson plans to use for the different programs


Ohio State Fair Booth WHAT IS THIS: Ohio State Activity Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Members of chapters work in the FCCLA state

fair booth and provide educational/hands-on

activities for children. Chapters provide all

materials.

Go to the Ohio FCCLA Website for

more information

Information & Forms Book

THINGS TO KNOW:

Sessions run 8:00am-1:30pm and 1:00pm to 6:00pm.

There are themes for each day, i.e. Student Body, Distracted Driving, etc.

There are two ‘booths”. One inside youth building and one outside (FCCLA tent).

Chapters may stay in monitored state fair dorms at no cost.

Participants get in to fair free. Prepare hands-on activities for 80-200 participants.

Chapters need to sign up by Feb 1st in order to receive space, ribbons, and signs

FCCLA T-shirts or polo shirts are worn when working the booth. Ohio State Fair T-


shirts may be ordered from FCCLA

Ohio State Fair requires the booth to be opened from 8:00 am to8:00 pm daily.

Minimum of six students are required to work the booth.


Ohio State Fair – Additional Activities WHAT IS THIS: Ohio State Activity Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Nutrition Wars

Beef Wars

Cupcake Wars

Culinary Showcase

Go to the Ohio FCCLA Website for more information

Information & Forms Book

THINGS TO KNOW: Beef Wars

The prizes are $50.00 cash, Ribbons and a trophy Contestants must furnish all equipment and food. Ohio FCCLA provides one pound sirloin beef. There are two divisions: FCS and Workforce There are parking and fair passes.

Cupcake Wars: The prizes are $50.00 cash, Ribbons and a trophy There four categories and two divisions. Divisions are FCS and Workforce.

The categories are: Heart Healthy, Fruit and Vegetables, Sugar Free and Anything Goes.

Contestants bring pre-prepared cupcakes made from scratch.

Contestants are interviewed by judges. There are parking and fair passes.

Culinary Showcase: Culinary programs sign up demonstrate culinary skills in a showcase.

Any number of FCCLA members may participate.

Members receive ribbons and fair passes.

School receives a trophy.

There are parking and fair passes.


Outreach Project – National


Annually, the National Executive Council

(NEC) selects the service learning projects

that will be the name focus during the

www.fcclainc.org then click on Programs


current school year.

THINGS TO KNOW: Many state outreach projects are repeated over a period of several years but they can also change yearly

due to the wishes of the SEC

Strong partnerships are created with the state outreach project that provides additional information, ideas

and support for a chapter to conduct an activity that focuses on the chosen state project


Outstanding Chapter Award

WHAT IS TH S: Ohio State Activity Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Outstanding Chapter Award is made up of a

team of chapter members that present their

chapter’s program of work at regional

competition.


THINGS TO KNOW: The event must follow an outline of criteria To register must be done online Rubric for evaluation is provided but is not as rigorous as a STAR Event Members receive recognition for their chapter at the State Leadership Conference This is a great project for beginning members to ‘get their feet wet’ as they consider doing a STAR

Event in the future Outstanding Chapter Award will document also your involvement in CTSO for program review.


Parliamentary Procedure

for Meetings


Parliamentary procedure should be part of all

chapter meetings to encourage focus, equal

speaking time, etc. at all meetings.

Robert’s Rules for parliamentary

procedure FCCLA Store has many resources

THINGS TO KNOW: CAUTION!!! Even though there are many similarities your chapter should not rely on help from an

FFA chapter to learn parliamentary procedure. There are several rules that FFA uses that will not be

consistent for FCCLA judging If you compete as a STAR Event-licensed parliamentarians are evaluators Minutes kept at a meeting may become documentation for a school district and the chapter’s activities National FCCLA has resources available for teaching parliamentary procedure.


Planning Process


The Planning Process is a decision-making

tool that supports the organization's

overall philosophy about youth-centered

leadership and personal growth.

Information and Forms Book www.ohiofccla.com www.fcclainc.org

FCCLA store has many resources The Ultimate Officer Handbook and

Training Manual

THINGS TO KNOW: http://www.fcclainc.org/assets/files/pdf/membership/0910_planprocwritable.pdf this direct link will take

you to a template that you can type on

All competitive events including STAR Events will require the project to show an active use of the

planning process The Planning Process needs to be used at the beginning of each project not filled out after the project has

been completed Symbols are used to represent each step and you can find these on the link in this section


Power of One

WHAT IS THIS: State and National Activity TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

This is an individual competition. A student

completes 5 individual units bettering

themselves, their family, their community,

and also involving themselves in a career

activity and speaking out for FCCLA.

Members interview at the regional level and

upon receiving the Power of One receive

their award at the State Conference in April.

Go to Ohio FCCLA Webpage and look

under Programs then click on Chapter and

Personal Achievement Go to National FCCLA Webpage and

look under Programs then click on Power

of One Information and Forms Book

THINGS TO KNOW: Registration fee deadline and member must be affiliated The five units can be completed over several years but all five need to be completed to compete at


http://www.fcclainc.org/assets/files/pdf/membership/0910_planprocwritable.pdf

regional level Recommendation letters are needed for each unit and a 2-page summary sheet needs to be filled out that

will be sent on to nationals Recognition is also given at nationals in July but attendance is not necessary


President’s Volunteer

Service Award

Individual or Organization

WHAT IS THIS: TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

The President’s Council on Service and

Civic Participation created the

President’s Volunteer Service Award

program as a way to thank and honor

Americans who, by their demonstrated

commitment and example, inspire

others to engage in volunteer service.

Request information from the state adviser Go to www.presidentialserviceawards.gov

THINGS TO KNOW: There are 4 levels of awards determined by the number of hours served; bronze, silver, gold, and

lifetime If you are a recipient you will receive a pin, certificate of achievement, note from the President of the

United States, and letter from the President’s Council on Service and Civic Participation This can be an individual or organization award Typically there is a deadline date around February so recognition can be made at state conference Participants attend State Leadership Conference for recognition from Ohio FCCLA.


Regional Officer


Opportunity for members to gain leadership

skills. Regional officers are eligible to

attend National Leadership Meeting and

Capitol Leadership.

Go to the Ohio FCCLA website

Application online with deadline

THINGS TO KNOW: Application deadline is April 1

st. Member must be affiliated. Five regional officers are elected from

each of the ten regions. ( 3 FCS, 1 Culinary/Lodging, 1 Education and Training-ECE and Teaching

Professionals

Election of Regional Officers follows State Leadership Conference.

http://www.presidentialserviceawards.gov/

Officers attend a day of leadership training in June, which is mandatory. Adviser attends also.

Plan Regional Leadership Meetings as a group. (held in November of each year)

Responsible for

presenting Regional Competition Awards and Skill Demonstration Awards.


Regional Professional Development

for FCS/GRADS and Workforce: Culinary, Early Childhood, Hospitality,Teaching Professions


In the fall, regions around the state come

together for an informal professional

development meeting to receive updates about

FCCLA as well as Family and Consumer

Sciences updates.

Contact an adviser consultant An email/postal mailing will be

received when registration starts and

ends.

THINGS TO KNOW: This is an opportunity within a relaxed setting to network with other advisers from your area. Hosted by the adviser consultant team ideas are shared to hopefully make your job easier Each year is different and each region presents the information differently but all regions receive the

same updates


Regionals – Competition

WHAT IS THIS: Regional, state and national TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Regional Competitions are held in each

region during February and March. The

competitions are in the areas of STAR

Events for workforce and Family Consumer

Sciences and Career Development Events

for Early Childhood, Teaching Professions,

Lodging and Culinary.

Competitive Events Manual State and National Websites

www.ohiofccla.com

or www.fcclainc.org

THINGS TO KNOW: STAR Events are listed in the Competitive Events Manual. There are over 30 STAR Events STAR Events are now cross walked to Family Consumer Science and workforce standards Registration for competitions take place in December online by region

Region 1 – https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r01 Region 2 – https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r02 Region 3 – https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r03 Region 3- Culinary- https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r03/culinary Region 4 – https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r04 Region 5 – https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r05 Region 6 – https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r06 Region 7 – https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r07 Region 8 – https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r08 Region 9 – https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r09 Region 9-Workforce- https://registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r09/workforce Region 10 – https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r10

Names are required to register for events. Start working on these events early in the school year.

Event rubrics may be used as assessments in your classroom for all students.

The competitions categories are Junior ( Grades 7-9) Senior (Grades 10-12) and Occupational

(Workforce) Rules and rubrics are available online for Career Development Events(Skill Events) which are Ohio only

events Career Development Events (Skill Events) are designed for Hospitality and Tourism (Culinary and

Lodging) and Education and Training (Early Childhood and Teaching Professions). Advisers are used as volunteers as Lead/Assistant Lead Consultants and evaluators. If you are participating in events, be prepared to assist as a volunteer. These events are great capstones for students.




https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r01



https://www.registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r03/culinary







https://registermychapter.com/fccla/oh-r09/workforce


Regional Leadership Training


Regional Leadership Trainings are held

during early part of November throughout

the state. Leadership Academy courses are

presented by National FCCLA staff. Skill

Demonstrations Events competitions are

held. There are other leadership speakers

and activities as planned by individual

regions. Some regions may be combined

for the Regional Leadership Trainings.

www.ohiofccla.com Contacting Regional Officers

THINGS TO KNOW: Regional Leadership Trainings will be available to all regions that have regional officers. Regional Leadership Trainings will be planned by Ohio FCCLA Regional Officers and their advisers All members may attend these trainings. Skill Demonstrations Events competitions will be held at these meetings. First place, second place and

third place medals will be given for these competitions. There are competitions for workforce and

Family Consumer Sciences. Skill Demonstration Events competitions are short competitions that require less preparation from STAR

Events. Other activities will be planned by Regional Officers Leadership Academy courses will be offered by National FCCLA staff Registration fees will include Leadership Academy, lunch and other expenses.



Scholarships – National


National FCCLA offer many scholarships each

year this members such as National Honor

Technical Society Scholarship, Beth Middleton

Memorial Scholarship, Prestige Scholarship,

Raye Virginia Allen Scholasrhip, Willey

Publishing, Inc. Scholarship, Jossey-Bass

Leadership Scholarship, and Coleen Jossy

Memorial Scholarship.

www.fcclainc.org

State adviser

THINGS TO KNOW: Applications are available at www.fcclainc.org Applications are due in March or April. Scholarships are awarded at the National Leadership Conference in July. Scholarships may be added each year. Scholarships are also available for 1

st, 2

nd and 3

rd place winners in some STAR Events.

Scholarships vary in requirements to apply.




Scholarships - State

WHAT IS THIS: Ohio State Activity

Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

The total scholarship amount awarded

to members was 1.6 million last year.

Members may apply for the Ohio

FCCLA Endowment Scholarships.

Also scholarships are awarded to first,

second and third place winners by

universities in some events in senior

and occupational categories. Last year

all events scholarships were awarded

scholarships by one university.

Check www.ohiofccla.com for winners

Information and Form Book

www.ohiofccla.com

THINGS TO KNOW: Ohio FCCLA Endowment awards scholarships yearly to Family Consumer Science Education majors

and non-majors.

Ohio FCCLA Endowment awards annually 8 scholarships. There are more scholarships being added

yearly. Ohio FCCLA Endowment requirement is that member has received State Power of One or Ohio FCCLA

State Degree Various universities support Ohio FCCLA by offering scholarships to members that excel in STAR

Events or Career Development Events (Skill Events). ( 1st place, 2

nd place or 3

rd place at state

competition) Each year scholarship presented to STAR Events participants will vary.


School Administrator Recognition


To honor local administrators who give

outstanding support to the organization on the

local, state, and national levels.

Information and Forms Book Go to the national website and click on

awards and then click on adult awards

THINGS TO KNOW: Great way to acknowledge administrators who are very supportive of our programs!!!!!!!! Ohio FCCLA recognizes up to two administrators each year. Ohio FCCLA forwards the two applications on to National FCCLA to be considered for national

recognition



Every chapter may submit an application to recognize their local administrator.


STAR Events

Career Development Events


STAR Events (Students Taking Action with

Recognition) are competitive events in which

members are recognized for proficiency and

achievement in chapter and individual

projects, leadership skills, and career

preparation. STAR Events offer individual

skill development and application of learning

through the following activities—

Cooperative — teams work to

accomplish specific goals

Individualized — members work alone

to accomplish specific goals

Competitive — individual or team

performance measured by an

established set of criteria

www.ohiofccla.com

www.fcclainc.org

******The State of Ohio is now referring to

STAR Events as Career Development Events

to correlate and align with Family and

Consumer Sciences

THINGS TO KNOW: ALWAYS – ALWAYS check each year for changes to rules and rubrics. You can NEVER assume the

criteria stays the same from year to year




State Degree


The highest degree a member can achieve on an

individual level. The chapter degree and/or

Power of One must be completed to be included

with the State Degree


THINGS TO KNOW: Interview takes place at regionals Many, many criteria a member must fulfill before starting on a degree; GPA, FCS Coursework taken Recognition is received at the State Leadership Conference


State Officer


State Officers are elected by the population of

the chapter membership during the month of

April. State officers participate in making the

decisions for the state level of FCCLA

activities. They plan and execute the Fall

Leadership Conference, Regional

Competitions, and the State Conference to

name just a few.


Go to Ohio FCCLA website, then click

on membership, then click on state

officer elections

THINGS TO KNOW: Deadlines need to be met and strictly adhered to

Proper paperwork needs to be filled out and processed You must have the support of your administration including the superintendent Most expenses are covered by the state treasury however additional expenses will come out of the

pocket for both the student and adviser All meetings are mandatory for both student and adviser and will require a handful of school days to be

missed Parent support is also a must

Grades need to be in check as well as the student’s character and behavior otherwise they are in jeopardy

of losing their state title

Strong satisfaction of seeing a student grow their leadership skills

Great public relations for your school and community


State Parents


FCCLA State Parents are elected adults that

become a ‘family parent’ to the State Executive

Council (SEC) and Ohio chapter members

during state and national level activities.


THINGS TO KNOW: Any parent of past or present member can apply to become a state parent It does not need to be a married couple These adults need to be willing to commit to extended periods of time being away from their own

families You must have a strong desire to travel They have the satisfaction of watching students grow and mature into young adults Our current FCCLA parent is Mama Glad


State Outreach Project


Annually, the State Executive Council (SEC)

selects the service learning projects that will

be the main focus during the current school

year.


Go to the Ohio FCCLA website then click

on Programs then click on state projects

See Outreach Project – State for further

information

THINGS TO KNOW: Many state outreach projects are repeated over a period of several years but they can also change yearly

due to the wishes of the SEC

Strong partnerships are created with the state outreach project that provides additional information, ideas

and support for a chapter to conduct an activity that focuses on the chosen state project


State Projects


Annually, the State Executive Council

(SEC) selects the service learning projects

that will be focused on during the current

school year.


Go to the Ohio FCCLA website then click

on Programs then click on state projects

THINGS TO KNOW: Many state projects are repeated over a period of several years

Strong partnerships are created with the state project that provides additional information, ideas and

support for a chapter to conduct an activity that focuses on the chosen state project The current state projects are FCCLA Cancer Campaign, FREEDOM (FCCLA Recognizing Endless

Efforts of Ohio Military) , HELP ( Hunger Education Leads to Prevention), POWER ( Preserving Our

World’s Environmental Resources) and FCCLA:Respect. State projects can change yearly.


State Projects and National

Programs Awards

WHAT IS THIS: Ohio State Activity or National Only TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

State Projects and National Program Awards are

given annually. State Projects Awards are given

for outstanding state projects. National

Programs Awards are given both by state and

national FCCLA.

Go to the FCCLA state website for

State Projects Information and Forms Book Go to www.fcclainc.com for National

Programs

THINGS TO KNOW: For each state project, awards are given for 1

st, 2

nd and 3

rd place.

For each national program, awards are given for 1st, 2

nd and 3

rd place by state.

National FCCLA also gives awards for National Programs.

http://www.fcclainc.com/

Ohio FCCLA Endowment awards monetary grants to all winners. Applications are due by beginning of March. Winning chapters are recognized at State Leadership Conference.


Step One (Webquest)

WHAT IS THIS: National and Ohio State Activity TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Step One is a national program to recognize

new members for learning more about

FCCLA. Webquest is the activity for achieving

Step One recognition. Webquest is a 16

question activity introduces the basics of

FCCLA.

Go to the FCCLA national website Quickest way to find it may be to use

the search box within the site itself National Membership CD

THINGS TO KNOW: Very easy to use within a class or during a chapter meeting Educates even the novice about FCCLA All answers can be found online using the national website You can create your own activities that fits your needs and creativity Providing a recognition ceremony with certificates or awards is very rewarding to the chapter member

who satisfactorily completes the activity Membership CD that has the Step One activity- Webquest on it and has the Step One certificate to print

on it Membership CD is sent out each year to all affiliated chapters and is also available through state adviser

for new chapters


Teen Times

WHAT IS THIS: Originates from the national level TO FIND MORE INFORMATION:

Teen Times is the FCCLA magazine. The

magazine showcases schools and their projects

they are doing in the classroom and as a

chapter. News at the national level including

national conferences and recaps of past

conferences. Educational articles are also

included that relate to FCS and career center

curriculums.

Go to the FCCLA national website and

click on News and Media, then click on

Teen Times

THINGS TO KNOW:

Intended for youth but a very good read for advisers A school must be affiliated to receive the subscription You will receive as many copies that equal your membership numbers. Although 50 copies is what you

will receive as the limit


Theme - State


Annually a theme is generated by the State

Executive Council.

Go to the FCCLA state website The theme will be found on the

homepage Information and Forms Book

THINGS TO KNOW: The State Executive Council (SEC) selects the theme during their first training meetings after being

elected as a state officer Many chapters/schools will tie the theme into their competition projects The theme may be used in public relations


Glossary of Acronyms

ACTE (Association for Career and Technical Education) - nation’s largest not-for-profit

education association dedicated to the advancement of education that prepares youth and adults

for successful careers. www.acte.org

BOD (Board of Directors) – This is the adult board of directors for the Ohio State FCCLA

organization.

CTE (Career Technical Education) - CTE is preparing students of all ages to help drive

America’s success and vitality. Further, it is creating an educational environment that integrates

core academics with real-world relevance. www.careertech.org

CTSO (Career and Technical Student Organization) – These student organizations are part

of the educational curriculum determined by the discipline. Examples include but not limited to

DECA, Skills USA, National FFA and FCCLA IS a CTSO.

FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) - Family, Career and

Community Leaders of America is a nonprofit national career and technical student

organization for young men and women in Family and Consumer Sciences education in public

and private school through grade 12. www.fcclainc.org

NEC (National Executive Council) – The National FCCLA officers that are elected form the

National Executive Council.

NOYS (National Organizations for Youth Safety) - Mission of NOYS: Our mission is to

promote youth empowerment and leadership and build partnerships that will save lives, prevent

injuries, and promote safe and healthy lifestyles among all youth. www.noys.org

OATFACS (Ohio Association for Teachers of Family and Consumer Sciences) – We are an

organization dedicated to promoting Family and Consumer Science (FCS) within Ohio and its

schools to improve the lives of our students, their families and our communities.

www.oatfacs.org

SEC (State Executive Council) – This is the student led team of officers that operate at the

state level with the state adviser and their state officer adviser. They are elected each year prior

to and during the Ohio State FCCLA Leadership Conference held in April. Each region of the

http://www.acte.org/

http://www.careertech.org/


http://www.noys.org/

http://www.oatfacs.org/

state will have a state officer(s) that represent their region and act as the liaison between the

region and state. www.ohiofccla.com

SECA (State Executive Council Advisers) - The state officer advisers work as a team to

support state officers and assist at the state level.


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