What does FCCLA
do?
They learn the importance of family life by looking at nutrition and fitness,
leadership, community service, violence and abusive situations, and careers.
How much is it to be in FCCLA?
It is only $3.00 for every 9 weeks you are in the FCCLA.
Is FCCLA just here at LHS?
No, FCCLA has a national membership of 222,000 young men and women in nearly
8,000 local chapters. There are 53 state associations including the District
of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.
Since its founding in 1945, FCCLA has involved more than nine million youth.
Former members are elligible to become members of Alumni & Associates.
Purposes
1. to provide opportunities for personal development and preparation for
adult life
2. to strengthen the function of the family as a basic unit of society
3. to encourage democracy through cooperative action in the home and community
4. to encourage individual and group involvement in helping achieve global cooperation
and harmony
5. to promote greater understanding between youth and adults
6. to provide opportunities for making decisions and for assuming responsibilities
7. to prepare for the multiple roles of men and women in today's society
8. to promote family and consumer sciences and related occupations
FCCLA Mission Statement
To promote personal growth and leadership development through family and
consumer sciences education. Focusing on the multiple roles of family member,
wage earner and community leader, members develop skills for life through--
Character Development
Creative and Critical Thinking
Interpersonal Communication
Practical Knowledge and
Vocational Preparation