1. F uture B usiness L eaders of A merica

2. FBLA ADVISORS Mrs. Shepardson Mrs. Gruet Columbia H.S. Business Teachers

3. Columbia Officers OFFICER POSITIONS President (leads and plans meetings, creates and types agendas) Vice President (works with officers to run meetings and plan community service projects and events) Treasurer (maintains financial account, helps plan fundraisers) Secretary (keeps written records, updates website) Community Service Chairperson Membership Chairperson

4. Mission of FBLA The mission of FBLA-PBL is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs.

5. Purpose The specific goals of FBLA are to: Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work Create more interest in and understanding of entrepreneurial careers and American business enterprise Encourage members in the development of individual projects, which contribute to the improvement of home, business, and community Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism Encourage and practice efficient money management Encourage students in the awareness of occupational goals Facilitate the transition from school to work

6. QUESTION? QUESTION? What are you going to do now that you are in High School? Do you want to … have fun? go places? meet new people? win awards? make a difference? If you answered yes, then now is the time to join F uture B usiness L eaders of A merica

7. WHY SHOULD YOU JOIN FBLA? – To travel to other places – Field Trips! – To meet new people - New Friends! – To acquire new skills - Computers & More! – To become a better person - Citizenship!

8. Membership Membership is open to past and present business students. If you are interested in joining, complete the membership form and return to Mrs. Shepardson or Mrs. Gruet.

9. FOR MORE INFORMATION: http://www.fbla-pbl.org http://www.nysfbla.org Meetings after school in Room S103. Day of the week to be determined. Add the Remind 101 App to your smart phone to stay up-to-date on meetings and events. More information about Remind 101 at one of our first meetings.