FCCLA Basics
To promote personal growth and leadership development through Family and Consumer Sciences education.
FCCLA Mission Statement
This officer leads meetings, represents the chapter, and ensures all officers are performing their duties.
President
The ability to listen, share ideas, and respect others’ input.
Communication
The official rulebook used to conduct meetings fairly and efficiently.
Robert's Rules of Order
The five-step problem-solving method used to plan and carry out chapter projects.
FCCLA Planning Process
A national student organization for young people in Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) education.
FCCLA
This officer records meeting minutes and maintains chapter records.
Secretary
Setting goals that are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.
SMART goals
To bring business before the group, a member must do this.
To make a motion
These student-led events allow members to compete and showcase their skills.
STAR Events
The color red in the FCCLA emblem stands for this important quality.
strength, courage, and determination
This officer manages the chapter’s finances and provides regular reports.
Treasurer
When officers divide tasks based on strengths and roles, this principle of teamwork is being used.
Delegation
This item is tapped to gain attention or signal that a motion has passed.
Gavel
This annual event brings FCCLA members together from across the nation for leadership training and recognition.
This document outlines the guiding beliefs and ideals of FCCLA members.
The FCCLA creed
This officer is responsible for promoting chapter events and sharing achievements on social media or newsletters.
Reporter
This style of leader focuses on building consensus and motivating others to work together.
The person who records meeting minutes and reads them at the next meeting.
Secretary
The type of project that serves the community while promoting FCCLA values.
community service project
The national headquarters of FCCLA is located in this U.S. state.
Virginia (Reston, VA)
This officer keeps a record of chapter history and maintains a scrapbook or digital archive.
Historian
Reflecting on one’s strengths and weaknesses helps officers develop this essential leadership trait.
Self-awareness
The majority required for a motion to pass.
More than half the votes
These individuals guide, mentor, and advise student officers throughout the year.
Chapter Advisors