Cherokee FCCLA Students Make Career Preparation Part of Their Story in Dallas, TX

 

Kyla Colvin, Kaitlyn Miller, Taryn Miller, Kylee Weve, Madison Wheeler and Bridget Wilhite from Cherokee FCCLA attended the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) 2019 National Fall Conference (NFC) in Dallas, Texas, November 15-17. FCCLA’s 2019 NFC drew more than 2,500 members, advisers, and supporters from across the nation with opportunities for personal development, career exploration, and community service.

 

Throughout NFC, attendees heard from keynote speakers, participated in leadership workshops, and competed in career-focused Skill Demonstration Event competitions and team events that tested their knowledge in personal finance, consumer responsibilities, technology, health and safety, and more. FCCLA members also received the opportunity to network with fellow youth leaders and learn more about future career and college options through exploring the career pathways of Human Services, Hospitality and Tourism, Education and Training, and Visual Arts and Design.

 

FCCLA attendees took time to give back to the Dallas, TX community by contributing to the Socks for the Sole community service project. FCCLA members and advisers were encouraged to donate socks to The Stewpot to benefit the Dallas community’s homeless population.

 

In addition, the six students represented Cherokee FCCLA at NFC by competing in a Skill Demonstration Event. Skill Demonstration Events provide opportunities for members to demonstrate college- and career-ready skills in Family and Consumer Sciences and related occupations. 392 students participated in the 2019 NFC Skill Demonstration Events and Bridget Wilhite placed 6th in Consumer Math Challenge and Taryn Miller placed 10th in Early Childhood Challenge. Additionally, Kyla Colvin, Kaitlyn Miller and Kylee Weve competed in the FCCLA Knowledge Challenge and Madison Wheeler competed in the Early Childhood Challenge.

 

Attending NFC and participating in Competitive Events such as Skill Demonstration Events equips students with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities needed to be college- and career-ready.

 

Those in attendance at NFC were encouraged by FCCLA’s annual theme, “Your Story,” in which they shared with fellow NFC participants how they utilize the skills, experiences, and knowledge gained through FCCLA to make a difference in their families, careers, and communities across America.