2011 FCCLA Fall Leadership Conference Winners
Lapel Pin Design
1st place - Thomson Middle School
2nd place - Charles Drew High School
3rd place - Stephens County High School
T-shirt Design
1st place - Screven County High School
2nd place - Houston County Career Academy
3rd place - Bonaire Middle School
Membership Recruitment
1st place - Banks County High School
2nd place - Charlton County High School
3rd place - Claxton High School
Statesman Award Winners
Jessica Minnick – Charlton County High School
Jennifer Minnick – Charlton County High School
Elizabeth Cross – Charlton County High School
Ashley Stivender – Charlton County High School
Lauren Travis – Fannin County High School
Janna Wright – Irwin County High School
Kadijah Brookes – Marietta High School
Lexus Jenkins – North Clayton High School
Chante Bunch – North Clayton High School
Jessica Maierhoffer – Screven County High School
6,500 FCCLA Members From Across the Nation Gather
In Anaheim, California To Celebrate NLC Live!
More than 6,500 Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) members, advisers, alumni, and guests from across the country gathered in Anaheim, California, July 10-14 for FCCLA’s 2011 National Leadership Conference.
The conference began with the theme, “NLC Live” with a take-off of the Saturday Night Live television show. Participants actively confronted the issues and challenges facing youth today, and worked towards gaining the life skills needed to meet those challenges. Members were able to participate in several workshops and educational excursions. Over 3,600 students took part in FCCLA’s STAR Events which provided several opportunities for students to gain recognition for their individual, team, and chapter activities.
Georgia FCCLA Accomplishments:
- Georgia FCCLA is #1 in membership again with over 31,000 members and 301 chapters. Georgia Alumni is #1 in the nation with 145 members. Way to go Georgia!
- Jessica Pope from Berrien High School was selected to the 2011-2012 National Executive Council. Jessica will serve as the Vice President of Competitive Events.
- Georgia STAR Event participants brought home 73 gold medals, 59 silver medals and 20 bronze medals. A record number of gold for Georgia FCCLA!
- Screven County High School won the National Public Relations Award. We are so proud of Screven County High FCCLA!
- Meadowcreek High School’s Culinary Team received 2nd place in Culinary Arts and over $20,000 in college scholarships.
- This year FCCLA has collaborated with Children’s Miracle Network to encourage chapters across the nation to raise funds for children’s hospitals and foundations throughout the United States. This year, chapters combined to raise over $250,000. Georgia rose over $14,000 this year!
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), is a dynamic and effective national student organization that helps young men and women become leaders and address important personal, family, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences education. FCCLA has over 200,000 members and over 6,500 chapters from 50 state associations, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. The organization has involved more than ten million youth since its founding in 1945.
FCCLA: The Ultimate Leadership Experience is unique among youth organizations because its programs are planned and run by members. It is the only career and technical in-school student organization with the family as its central focus. Participation in national programs and chapter activities helps members become strong leaders in their families, careers, and communities.
Taste of success: High school chefs headed to national food contest
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From left, Meadowcreek High School culinary students Tyler Rivera, Nickholas Patma and Vincent Tompkins practice cooking the meal they’ll be making during the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America national competition on July 9 in Anaheim, Calif.
As captain of an award-winning cooking trio from Meadowcreek High School, Tyler Rivera uses music to keep him “mobile and motivated ... and keep the team on track.”
NORCROSS — Tyler Rivera bobs his head to the music.
The bass thumps and drum beats are audible only to him as he chops, stirs and simmers. He hums the songs from memory.
As captain of an award-winning cooking trio from Meadowcreek High School, Rivera uses music to keep him “mobile and motivated ... and keep the team on track.”
As a team, Rivera, Vincent Tompkins and Nickholas Patma work “magically well,” culinary instructor Debbie Grant said.
She’s not the only one who thinks so.
After besting competitors at regional and state level culinary events, the local students have secured a spot at the nationals in Anaheim, Calif.
Sponsored by the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, the July 9 event will pit state champions from across the United States.
Grant said her students are up to the challenge.
“They’ve practiced long and hard. They have some great teamwork and they really know what they’re doing,” Grant said.
To take home top honors, the three young men will have to excel in cooking beef tenderloin and chipotle mashed potatoes, served with cappuccino mousse.
“It’s a tough dish,” Grant said. “But they’re getting it nailed down this week before they go to California.”
Grant said a panel of food critics will taste the dish, judging the meal based on safety and sanitation, taste and appearance, the “plating” of the food, and techniques used.
They will have 30 minutes to set up, one hour to cook and 15 minutes to clean their workspace, Grant added.
She said it’s the first time that a culinary team from Meadowcreek has competed in the FCCLA national leadership conference.
According to its website, FCCLA is a nonprofit national career and technical student organization. The organization aims “to develop skills for life through character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge and career preparation.”
Class Chef Mentor Richard Hurst said the three young men are on the right track to making a career of their craft.
“It’s the love. It’s the passion,” Hurst said. “These guys are looking to do this for life. This isn’t just some high school class they’re in.”
Rivera would probably agree with that.
The young man is excited about the upcoming competition.
“As long as we stay focused, stay on our feet, we should be in good shape,” he said.
Rivera’s looping mental playlist should keep them motivated, he added.
“That’s how we work good. We move, move, move. There’s a rhythm to it. It’s a very soothing rhythm.”
2011 State Leadership Meeting
Over 1,650 students and advisers from over 195 schools across the state attended the State Leadership Meeting held April 14-16 at the Classic Center, in Athens, GA. Attendees participated in a weekend of competitions, a Career & Trade Expo, UGA Tours, STAR Event and State Event competitions and sessions that challenged, informed and motivated members and their advisers with the theme "Clue Into FCCLA".
The "Clue Into FCCLA" theme was reinforced by Thursday's powerful Opening General Session, where meeting attendees experienced an exciting multi-media presentation and geared up for a variety of leadership training opportunities offered throughout the weekend. Special highlights of the Opening Session included a dramatic presentation by the State Officers and State Youth Leadership Board and the Helping Hands Community Service Effort during which chapters made over $10,000 in contributions to the Children's Miracle Network. Nationally known keynote speaker, Patrick George, challenged members and advisers to take advantage of their opportunities as an individual and team leaders.
Regional Meetings were held immediately after the Opening Session on Thursday Evening and featured speeches by the candidates for State Office and recognition of chapters and members. The evening ended with a late night dance-a-thon hosted by the Georgia FCCLA Foundation where students and advisers could get to know others from around the state.
On Friday, over 800 STAR Events competitors competed in twenty-five areas showcasing the proficiency and achievements of members. Students and advisers got to experience the 3rd
FCCLA Career & Trade Expo on Friday as well. The Career & Trade Expo featured
exhibitors from colleges, fundraisers, business and industry associated with Family and
Consumer Sciences, Culinary, and Education. On Friday evening, a reception
was held to honor administrators, special guests, award winners and former chapter advisers.
Alumni and Associates members and graduating seniors were also invited. The
Business/Recognition Session featured the awarding of Honorary Memberships and awards
to adults and the presentation of scholarships to members. The 2010-2011 State Council
issued challenges to the members and the 2011-2012 State Officers were announced.
Keynote speaker during this session was National First Vice President, Danny Brooks. Following the Session delegates enjoyed a Mystery Masquerade themed gala.
Saturday began early as chapters shared ideas at the Spotlight On Projects Walk-Through
showcasing outstanding individual and chapter projects. Chapter Advisers enjoyed a special meeting and breakfast hosted by ABAC. Saturday's STAR Events Session concluded with the
announcement of the STAR Event winners and the induction of the 2011-2012 State Officers.
2011 FCCLA Day at the Capitol
Over 2,000 FCCLA members from across the state have visited the state capitol building during National FCCLA Week, Feb. 6 - 12. Members had the chance to complete a capitol scavenger hunt, visit their local legislators and network with other FCCLA members.
