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What is the national FCCLA website address?

  • www.fccla.org
  • www.fcclainc.org (correct)
  • www.fcclainc.com
  • www.fccla.net
  • Which state is the current FCCLA National President from?

  • Texas
  • California
  • Missouri
  • Oklahoma (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT a current youth concern addressed by FCCLA?

  • Teen violence
  • Extraterrestrial life (correct)
  • Substance abuse
  • Career exploration
  • What color is associated with the FCCLA emblem?

    <p>Red (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many components are there in the FCCLA planning process?

    <p>5 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What program is designed to help new members learn about FCCLA?

    <p>Step One (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which national program teaches teens to manage their money?

    <p>Financial Fitness (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the acronym STAR in STAR Events stand for?

    <p>Students Taking Action with Recognition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which program promotes highway traffic safety?

    <p>FACTS (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the 3 R's of membership recruitment?

    <p>Recruit, Recognize, Retain (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do the letters FCCLA stand for?

    <p>Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the organization founded?

    <p>June 11, 1945 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What flower represents the organization?

    <p>The red rose (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What month is FCCLA Week celebrated?

    <p>February (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the current FCCLA National Executive Director?

    <p>Sandy Spavone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What publication was introduced for chapter advisers in the winter of 1985?

    <p>The Adviser (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which unit of the Power of One focuses on leadership skills?

    <p>Take the Lead (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a unit of the Student Body National Program?

    <p>The Active You (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of the Families First unit named 'Dynamics'?

    <p>Understanding families and family relationships (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Career Connection unit helps students learn about themselves and link skills to careers?

    <p>My Skills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which topic is part of the Financial Fitness National Program?

    <p>Protecting (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the three essential topics of the Community Service National Program?

    <p>Learn (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the missing name of the National Program for Well-being that encourages members to eat right, get fit, and feel good?

    <p>Healthy You (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the legal governing board of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America?

    <p>National Board of Directors (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the member national dues for FCCLA?

    <p>$9.00 per person (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organization is NOT an endorser of FCCLA?

    <p>U.S. Department of Agriculture (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a component of an FCCLA chapter?

    <p>Membership (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many national officers are elected in FCCLA?

    <p>10 national officers (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the FCCLA tagline introduced in 2003?

    <p>The Ultimate Leadership Experience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is eligible to be a member of FCCLA?

    <p>Any student taking or having taken a family and consumer sciences course (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the four national FCCLA regions?

    <p>Eastern (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mission of FCCLA?

    <p>To promote personal growth and leadership development through family and consumer sciences education (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is one of the four online STAR Events?

    <p>Red Talks on Education (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who sets the policy and manages finances for FCCLA?

    <p>National Board of Directors (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the amount of national dues for FCCLA membership?

    <p>$9.00 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many regions does FCCLA have nationwide?

    <p>4 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines a co-curricular FCCLA chapter?

    <p>A program that integrates FCCLA activities into family and consumer sciences education (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of members required to conduct business in a meeting?

    <p>A simple majority (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is FCCLA primarily funded?

    <p>Membership dues (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do national dues support within FCCLA?

    <p>Leadership training and program development (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is qualified to use the FCCLA name and emblem?

    <p>Only dues-paying members and chapters (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first action taken at the FCCLA Opening Ceremony?

    <p>The president raps the gavel (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the central message during the FCCLA Closing Ceremony?

    <p>To remind members of their responsibilities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where should the FCCLA emblem be positioned when worn?

    <p>Over the heart or on a jacket pocket (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process of formally joining FCCLA called?

    <p>Affiliation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many printed editions of Teen Times are published each year?

    <p>Two (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term length for a State Executive Council Member?

    <p>One year (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of competitive event FCCLA members can participate in?

    <p>Math Competitions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three essential topic areas of FACTS?

    <p>People, Vehicles, Roads (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two organizations are partners in the Japanese Exchange scholarship?

    <p>Kikkoman Corporation and Youth for Understanding USA (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What element is NOT part of a Chapter's Public Relations Plan?

    <p>Advertising Budget (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a basic idea of Parliamentary Law according to Robert's Rules of Order?

    <p>Entities must be heard individually (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the Capitol Leadership Training is incorrect?

    <p>Participants will receive direct funding. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a program of work in FCCLA?

    <p>Plans for the chapter's projects and activities for the year. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does youth-centered leadership entail?

    <p>Youth members planning, executing, and evaluating projects. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many states contribute to the counting of FCCLA chapters?

    <p>46 states, American Samoa, and Puerto Rico. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary responsibilities of the chapter president?

    <p>Presides over the class during project planning. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are bylaws in the context of FCCLA?

    <p>Rules adopted for governing the organization. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What membership types are recognized by FCCLA?

    <p>Active, Alumni, Associate, and Honorary. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many members are required to establish a chapter in FCCLA?

    <p>There is no minimum requirement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the chapter secretary play?

    <p>Maintains records of meetings and helps with planning. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who served as the organization's first board chair?

    <p>Edna P. Amidon (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the first dues amount for membership in 1945?

    <p>$0.10 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was the name of the organization changed to Family, Career and Community Leaders of America?

    <p>July 1999 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which newsletter is published weekly for chapter advisors?

    <p>Fast Facts (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many local chapters are there in the FCCLA organization?

    <p>5,163 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event occurred in July 1948 for the organization?

    <p>First national convention was held (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the amount of state dues for FCCLA membership?

    <p>$8.00 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was recognized as the first national advisor of FCCLA?

    <p>Dr. Hazel Frost (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    FCCLA Founding Year

    June 11, 1945

    FCCLA Motto

    Toward New Horizons

    FCCLA Flower

    Red Rose

    FCCLA Colors

    Red and White

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    FCCLA Founder

    Edna P. Amidon

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    FCCLA National Website

    www.fcclainc.org

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    FCCLA National Membership (2024)

    236,529 members

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    FCCLA Purpose

    Helps youth address personal and societal issues through family and consumer sciences education.

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    FCCLA Planning Process Components (1)

    Identify concerns, set goals, form a plan, act, follow up

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    FCCLA Core Skills

    Planning, goal setting, problem solving, decision-making, interpersonal communication

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    Community Service National Program

    This program recognizes FCCLA chapters that address a community need using family and consumer sciences skills. Members can earn awards for their work.

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    STAR Events

    This competitive events program recognizes FCCLA members' proficiency and achievements in leadership and job-related skills. They can demonstrate their skills through competitions.

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    Step One Program

    This is a program designed to help new FCCLA members learn about the organization. It provides information on membership benefits and encourages participation.

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    Go For the Red

    This is the national membership program, encouraging members to recruit, recognize, and retain fellow members in FCCLA. It promotes growth and engagement.

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    Financial Fitness

    This national program teaches teens how to manage their finances effectively. It covers topics like budgeting, saving, and investing.

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    STAR Events Start

    STAR Events began in 1983 at the National Leadership Meeting.

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    Adviser Publication

    The Adviser publication, designed for chapter advisors, was introduced in the winter of 1985.

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    Power of One Units

    The Power of One national program has five units: A Better You, Family Ties, Working on Working, Take the Lead, and Speak out for FCCLA.

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    Student Body National Program

    The Student Body National Program focuses on empowering teens with four units: The Healthy You, The Fit You, The Real You, and The Resilient You.

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    Families First Units

    Families First has five units: Dynamics, Balance, Development, Safety, and Skills, aimed at strengthening families.

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    Career Connection Units

    The Career Connection program has four units: My Skills, My Life, My Career, and My Path, designed to prepare students for successful careers.

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    Financial Fitness Topics

    The Financial Fitness National Program covers four essential topics: Earning, Spending, Saving, and Protecting.

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    Community Service Topics

    The Community Service National Program focuses on three essential topics: Learn, Lead, and Serve, promoting active community engagement.

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    FCCLA Governing Body

    The National Board of Directors sets FCCLA policies, manages finances, assesses programs, and guides future planning.

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    FCCLA Endorsements

    The US Department of Education's Office of Vocational and Adult Education and the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences support FCCLA.

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    FCCLA Tagline

    "FCCLA: The Ultimate Leadership Experience" was introduced in 2003, highlighting the program's focus on leadership development.

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    FCCLA Regions

    FCCLA has four national regions: North Atlantic, Southern, Central, and Pacific.

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    FCCLA Chapter Components

    A functional FCCLA chapter has five key elements: members, an advisor, leadership, meetings, and projects.

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    FCCLA Membership Eligibility

    Any student enrolled in or completed a family and consumer sciences course, paid membership dues, or is part of a middle level or urban chapter affiliation program can join FCCLA.

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    FCCLA Mission

    FCCLA exists to empower young people through family and consumer sciences education, focusing on personal growth, leadership development, and practical skills for life.

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    FCCLA National Officers

    Ten national officers are elected to lead FCCLA.

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    Who endorses FCCLA?

    The U.S. Department of Education (Office of Vocational and Adult Education) and the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS).

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    FCCLA Membership Dues

    $9.00 per person.

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    FCCLA Tagline (and when?)

    'FCCLA: The Ultimate Leadership Experience' was introduced in 2003.

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    FCCLA's Four Regions

    North Atlantic, Southern, Central, and Pacific.

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    How many National FCCLA Officers?

    There are 10 national officers elected.

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    Essential FCCLA Chapter Components

    FCCLA chapters need: Membership, Advisor, Leadership, Meetings, and Projects.

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    What is a Program of Work?

    A chapter's plan outlining their activities and goals for the year.

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    What is Youth-Centered Leadership?

    Empowering young members to lead and be responsible for planning, executing, and evaluating chapter projects.

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    Chapter President's Role

    Leads meetings, appoints committees, and guides project planning.

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    Chapter Vice-President's Role

    Assists the president, oversees project committees, and fills in when the president is absent.

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    Chapter Secretary's Role

    Keeps detailed records of decisions and project plans, working with the president on a written planning process.

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    Chapter Treasurer's Role

    Manages finances, collecting dues, keeping track of spending, and providing receipts.

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    What are Bylaws?

    The official rules that govern an organization's activities and operations.

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    Types of FCCLA Membership

    Active, Alumni, Associate, and Honorary, each with specific qualifications and benefits.

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    Quorum

    The minimum number of members needed to officially start and conduct a meeting.

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    FCCLA Funding

    FCCLA is a non-profit organization primarily funded by membership dues paid by its members.

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    National Dues Support

    National dues help pay for FCCLA's nationwide activities, such as newsletters, chapter resources, and national training.

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    FCCLA Affiliation

    The process of officially joining FCCLA by paying membership dues.

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    FCCLA Name & Emblem Use

    Only FCCLA members and chapters who pay dues can use the name 'Family, Career and Community Leaders of America', 'FCCLA', and the FCCLA emblem.

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    FCCLA Opening Ceremony

    A formal procedure at the start of an FCCLA meeting that includes a call to order, the recitation of the mission statement, and an introduction to the organization's purpose.

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    FCCLA Closing Ceremony

    A formal procedure at the end of an FCCLA meeting that includes a reminder of the organization's core values and beliefs.

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    FCCLA Emblem Placement

    The FCCLA emblem should be worn over the heart or on a jacket pocket to show pride in the organization.

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    What is the term of a State Executive Council Member?

    The term of a State Executive Council Member is one year.

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    What are the three essential topic areas of FACTS?

    The three essential topic areas of FACTS are People, Vehicles, and Roads.

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    What are the two partners of the Japanese Exchange scholarship?

    Kikkoman Corporation and Youth for Understanding USA are the two partners of the Japanese Exchange scholarship.

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    What are the five essential elements of a Chapter's Public Relations Plan?

    Five essential elements are Message, Audience, Purpose, Method, and Feedback.

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    What is Parliamentary Procedure based on?

    All meetings are conducted using Parliamentary Procedure, specifically Robert's Rules of Order.

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    How many printed editions of Teen Times are published each year?

    Two (2) printed editions of Teen Times are published each year.

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    What is the national program that guides students to develop community service projects?

    A national program guides students to develop, plan, carry out, and evaluate projects to improve the quality of life in their communities.

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    What is the purpose of Capitol Leadership training?

    FCCLA members and advisors can participate in public policy development and advocacy training, develop a state and local advocacy plan, meet with members of Congress and Federal officials, and explore the nation's Capitol.

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    First FCCLA Dues

    The initial membership fee for FCCLA was ten cents, payable in 1945.

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    FCCLA's First National Convention

    The inaugural national gathering of FCCLA members took place in July 1948 in Kansas City, Missouri.

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    FCCLA's Name Change

    The organization formerly known as Future Homemakers of America (FHA) and HERO chapters adopted the name Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) in July 1999.

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    FCCLA's Mission Reflected in its Name

    The name change to FCCLA emphasizes the organization's mission to develop leadership, personal growth, and community engagement.

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    FCCLA Chapter Adviser Qualifications

    To be a chapter advisor, individuals must hold a certification (or an alternative certification) in family and consumer sciences education.

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    FCCLA State Dues

    Each member contributes a state dues fee of $8.00, supporting FCCLA's state-level operations.

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    FCCLA's Current Membership

    FCCLA boasts over 236,529 chapter members in over 5,163 local chapters nationwide.

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    FCCLA's Electronic Newsletters

    FCCLA uses four electronic newsletters to keep members, advisors, and alumni up-to-date on the organization's news.

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