1. Ms. Ward

2. Agenda History Organization FCCLA Symbols & Publications
Parliamentary Procedures
FCCLA Five-Step Planning Process
Reasons for Joining FCCLA
Requirements for Joining FCCLA

3. The History of FCCLA
February, 1917 – Smith Hughes Act signed supporting vocational education
June, 1945 – Future Homemakers of America founded in Chicago, IL
October, 1946 – Arkansas received its charter becoming the 37th state association of Future Homemakers of America
July, 1965 – Future Homemakers of America and New Homemakers of America merged
May, 1971 – HERO Chapters were established
July, 1999 – Future Homemakers of America changed their name to Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
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4. Logos

5. FCCLA National Membership
222,000 members with over 8,000 local chapters.
53 state associations which include the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.

6. Levels Of The Organization
Local – 6 officers
District – 6 districts with 6 officers each
State – 6 state officers
National – 10 national officers
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8. J.A. Fair High School District _ FCCLA
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9. Names To Remember National Headquarters - Reston, Virginia
FCCLA Executive Director - Michael Benjamin
State FCCLA Adviser - Mrs. Suellen Ward
Local Adviser - Mrs. E.J. Callaway
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10. FCCLA Motto
Learning to live better today so that our lives and those of our families may be better tomorrow
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11. The Emblem
shows that FCCLA is a dynamic, active organization bound for the future!

12. FCCLA Trivia The dominant collegiate lettering articulates a focus on
education and
student leadership embodies an active organization that moves toward new arenas!

13. FCCLA Colors The official colors are:
RED – Courage, determination, and strength
WHITE – Sincerity of purpose and integrity of action
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14. FCCLA Flower The flower is the red rose
It represents the search for beauty in everyday living
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15. FCCLA Membership Pin The pin is a reproduction of the official emblem
The regulations for wearing the pin are:
Only one guard may be worn
Worn over the heart with the guard to the left
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16. FCCLA Publication
TEEN TIMES is a publication that is released quarterly by the national organization
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17. Parliamentary Procedure Official Authority
Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised

18. Parliamentary Procedure
Provides a basic set of rules for conducting a meeting in an organized and efficient manner
Provides techniques for solving problems.
Gives every member equal rights.
Allows introduction and discussion of only one item of business at a time
Roberts Rules of Order, Newly Revised is the accepted reference
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19. The FCCLA Five Step Planning Process
The chapter management tool that helps members select and carry out projects to fit their needs and concerns
A great tool for advisers too!
Use it to identify steps to starting a new chapter!
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20. Identify Concerns Brainstorm concerns Evaluate listed concerns
Narrow to one workable idea or concern
    
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21. Set A Goal Get a clear mental picture of what you want to accomplish
Write it down
Evaluate it
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22. Form A Plan Plan how to achieve your goal Decide: Who What Where When
Why
How
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23. Act
Carry out your project
Decide:
Who
What
Where
When
Why
How
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24. Follow-Up Evaluate your project Thank the people involved
Recognize all of the participants
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25. Reasons for Joining FCCLA
Sense of belonging to a worthwhile group with positive goals
Fun activities & projects for social interaction
Educational learn new things
Personal growth improve yourself
Leadership become a chapter or district officer

27. Get the Word Out About Project Requirements Other Key Information
Create a tri-fold brochure on FCCLA
The brochure must include:
The Emblem
FCCLA web address
FCCLA Mission
FCCLA Motto
The 8 purposes of FCCLA
FCCLA Eligibility Requirements & Annual Dues
At least 1 photo of students attending FCCLA national activities
Contact info for FCCLA Advisor
National FCCLA Website
Annual Dues: $20.00
J.A. Fair Campus Advisor
Ms. E. J. Callaway
Rm 144

28. FCCLA Membership Requirements
Taking or have taken a Family & Consumer Science Class up to 12th Grade
Pay the yearly dues

29. Be A Part of It! Poster
Using a theme from one of the 8 purposes of FCCLA, create a poster for Fair’s membership drive
The poster must include:
The Emblem
FCCLA Eligibility Requirements & Annual Dues
At least 1 photo of students attending FCCLA national activities
Contact info for FCCLA Advisors