FCCLA
Name two other career and technical student organizations
TSA, FFA, BPA, DECA, HOSA, FBLA, SkillsUSA
Meetings should be opened and closed with
Official Ceremonies
Adults and former FCCLA members who are interested in supporting the goals of the organization may become
Alumni & Associates members
How many National Officers are elected:
10
In Parliamentary Procedure, what motion is required to correct a mistake?
Point of Order
"To strengthen the function of the family as a basic unit of society" is from the FCCLA...?
Purposes
What are the three R's of the Be Part of it! Membership Campaign?
Recruit, Retain, Recognize
Which national officers serve as voting members on the Board of Directors?
National President and National Vice President of Finance
Who is the founder of FCCLA/FHA?
Edna Amadon
What are the names of the national meeting held in July?
National Leadership Conference
What are the eight purposes of FCCLA?
-To provide opportunities for personal development and preparation for adult life.
-To strengthen the function of the family as a basic unit of society.
-To encourage democracy through cooperative action in the home and community.
-To encourage individual and group involvement in helping achieve global cooperation and harmony.
-To promote greater understanding between youth and adults.
-To provide opportunities for making decisions and for assuming responsibilities.
-To prepare for the multiple roles of men and women in today's society.
-To promote Family and Consumer Sciences and related occupations.
What are the 52 state associations?
The 50 states, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands
Who is the current executive director of FCCLA?
Sandy Spavone
What is the role of a chapter president?
Presides over the class during project selection and planning. Appoints committees or members for specific jobs related to projects. Serves on the chapter executive council if one exists.
What is the role of the chapter vice-president?
Assists the president in overseeing the work of project committees. Fills in when the president is absent.
What is the role of the chapter secretary?
Maintains written minutes of the decisions related to projects and activities. Works with the president to complete a written Planning Process worksheet to be posted for member review.
What is the role of the chapter treasurer?
Collects and records all fundraising monies and dues. Maintains written records and receipts for all funds spent on chapter project(s).
What are bylaws?
Bylaws are the rules adopted by an organization for governing its activities.
Name the four kinds of membership in FCCLA.
Active, Alumni, Associate, and Honorary
What are the three methods of voting?
Voice votes, roll call, or ballot
What is a Quorum?
Minimum number of members that must be present to conduct the business of the meeting; usually a simple majority unless otherwise specified in the bylaws.
How is FCCLA financed?
FCCLA is a nonprofit organization funded primarily by membership dues.
What do national dues support?
Teen Times; The Adviser Newsletter; chapter mailings, national program development; chapter resources; leadership training; national promotion of the organization; membership cards and processing; membership promotion; National Board of Directors and National Executive Council activities; fundraising and seeking corporate sponsors; operating expenses of the national headquarters and staff.
What is affiliation?
The process of formally joining FCCLA by paying membership dues.
Who is eligible to use the names "Family, Career and Community Leaders of America" and "FCCLA", as well as the emblem?
Only affiliated (dues paying) members and chapters.