FCCLA…the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America…the Ultimate Leadership Experience!

FCCLA is a dynamic and effective national student organization that helps young men and women become leaders and address important personal, family, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences Education!  FCCLA has over 220,000 members and nearly 7,000 chapters from 50 state associations and the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.  The organization has involved more than ten million youth since its founding in 1945, formerly known as Future Homemakers of America (FHA), the name changed July 7, 1999 to better represent what FCCLA members accomplish. FCCLA is unique among youth organizations because its programs are planned and run by members.  It is the only career and technical in-school student organization with the family as its central focus.  Participation in national programs and chapter activities help members become strong leaders in their families, careers, and communities.

As your SEC, please come to us with any questions you may have!

In Red and White,

Raeann Hanlon

Vice President of Public Relations

The 2012-2013 SEC hard at work!

Hello Iowa FCCLA! My name is Eva Shelton, and I am serving as your 2012-2013 State President. Through an intense week at Nationals in Anaheim, California, I had the honor to experience an “extravaganza” that marked a defining period in my life. The fervor and zeal immediately took over and motivated me to provide the same experience for others. I look forward to an outstanding, exceptional year full of exhilaration, vigor, and craziness! My favorite FCS class has been Interior Design: the bright colors reflect my personality. I’m also involved in speech, NHS, and volunteering. In the future, I plan to major in medicine and psychology at Harvard University and hold a career as an anesthesiologist. I seek to make a positive difference in others’ lives.

Mariah McGuire, First Vice President

Hello to Iowa FCCLA!  I’m Mariah McGuire, and I am your First Vice President.  Back in seventh grade as I stared at the State Officers on stage I decided that one day, I would be one of them.  So now that I have finally achieved that dream, I most look forward to meeting as many members as I can and helping them come to love FCCLA as much as I do.  My favorite FCS class has been Advanced Culinary Arts.  In addition to FCCLA, I play basketball, do fall cheerleading, powerlift, participate in Large Group and Individual Speech, and perform in choir as well as school and community plays.  After I graduate, I plan on majoring in Food Science at the University of North Carolina.

Kolton Hewlett, Vice President of Records and Finance

Hello, Iowa FCCLA!  My name is Kolton Hewlett, and I am your State Vice President of Records and Finance.  The moment I decided I wanted to become a State Officer was when I was a Freshman attending my first State Leadership Conference.  I was absolutely amazed at the confidence of the State Officers that year, and knew I wanted to be them someday.  I am really excited to get to know everyone in the next year as a State Officer!  My favorite FCS classes have been Health Science and also my exploratory class.  Other than FCCLA, I am involved in Student Council, Academic Team, R.O.C.C.S. (Restoring Our County, Community, and Schools), and youth group.  After high school, I plan to major in Finance and Economics, and hope to work in financial management for a corporation or business, hopefully at the University of Iowa.  I also plan on getting my Masters of Business Administration.

Erin Edge, Vice President of Student Body

Hello Iowa FCCLA members! My name is Erin Edge, and I am your First Vice President of Student Body. Last year, after I had run for a district office, my chapter adviser wanted me to run for a state officer, so I thought about it. After Mikayla (the previous First Vice President of Student Body, visited my district meeting, I jumped at the opportunity! Since being elected to the State Executive Council, something I thought I never would do, I am looking most forward to meeting the members from across the state and simply just being a part of something bigger. My favorite Family Consumer Science class was Child Development. Other than FCCLA I participate in marching, concert, and pep band, thespian club, and youth group. After I graduate high school, I plan on majoring in Early Childhood Education (k-6) with and endorsement in Special Education at William Penn University.

Raeann Hanlon, Vice President of Public Relations

Hello Iowa FCCLA! My name is Raeann Hanlon, and I am your State Vice President of Public Relations. Last summer at national conference in Anaheim, CA.,  I had the chance to meet and get to know the 2011-2012 SEC. That experience pushed me to run for office because they exhibited leadership qualities I knew I had and their excitement pushed me to ‘step out of my box.’ I am very excited for the year ahead meeting new members and getting closer to my team. My favorite FCS class has been textiles. I love to sew and have been able to make many things. Besides FCCLA I am involved in dance, cheerleading, band and choir, and youth group. I am not sure of my plans after high school but I’m hoping to find a major, select a university to attend, and explore the Peace Corps.

Jeannie Schleip, Vice President of Financial Fitness

Hello fellow FCCLA members!  My name is Jeannie Schleip, and I am your 2012-2013 Vice President of Financial Fitness! At this year’s district meeting I ran for an office, and was elected Vice President. Receiving that office and also talking to a former state officer made me want to become one!  Now that I am part of the State Executive Council, I am looking forward to working with my teammates, learning new skills, and meeting new members across the state of Iowa. I am also looking forward to hearing what the other members have to say about the wonderful program of FCCLA. One of my favorite FCS classes would have to be Foods and Nutrition. I enjoyed learning new recipes and improving my cooking. Now I enjoy cooking whenever I get the chance. Besides FCCLA I am involved in 4-H, church group, speech, band, choir, basketball, BPA, and I am currently serving as an officer for my 4-H councils. I am also involved in Upward Bound Math and Science at NWMSU. After I finish high school, I plan on majoring in Veterinary Medicine for both large and domestic animals. I hope to attend the University of Nebraska Lincoln and Iowa State University by participating in their con-joint veterinary program.

Shelby Blomberg, Vice President of Families First

Hi everyone! My name is Shelby Blomberg, and I am your 2012-2013 Vice President of Families First. FCCLA means a lot to me! My sophomore year of high school, I was elected District 5′s secretary. After being part of the district council, I decided I wanted to take this a step further and run for State Office. I knew it would take time and dedication, but look at where I am now! At my high school, I am a football cheerleader and a member of our drill team. I am very active in our drama department, whether it’s in the plays or musicals, or just helping with the set and makeup. This is my second year of being in National Honor Society. I also take part in large group and individual speech. I am excited to represent Iowa FCCLA this year and I couldn’t have gotten here without the help of my friends, family, and advisor! I won’t let you down this year. If you need to contact me, please send me an email at anytime!

Joe Sampson, Vice President of Parliamentary Law

Hello, my name is Joe Sampson and I will be serving as your 2012-2013 Vice President of Parliamentary Law. This year I wanted to push myself as a FCCLA member and as a leader, so I decided to run for an FCCLA State Office. I look forward to developing a better understanding this great organization and to meet new members as well as making long lasting friendships. My favorite FCS class is Family Living because I was the groom in our mock wedding; it was very fun as well as educational! Besides FCCLA, I am also involved in 4H, FFA, Speech, Track, Golf, Student Council, Cross Country, and Musical. After high school, I plan to attend college and major in Agriculture.

-Intense STAR event competitions;

-A hilarious and inspirational speech from Amy Gallimore of Tri Leadership;

-An update from the National Executive Council from Kaylen Larson, the current National President

-Breakout sessions that ranged from starting your own business, helping give water to African villages, learning the effects of positivity, and finding out more about STAR Events;

-A night of Zumba dancing;

-The installation of the new State Executive Council;

-And much, much more!

SLC 2012 was a success, and the 2011-2012 State Executive Council enjoyed getting to lead the conference and interact with all of you. As we retire from our offices, we want each of you to remember that EVERYONE is a limitless leader, and to always continue forward with excellence.

If you’re reading this, comment on the blog or on the Iowa FCCLA facebook page and tell us what your very favorite part of SLC 2012 was!

In Red and White,

Sirena Lindsay

2011-2012 State President

Vice President of Student Body Mikayla Vanden Berg

On Friday January 20th, District 15 had a fun filled day of FCCLA!!!  They started their day off with opening ceremonies led by Emmie Beard, the District 15 President.  The Eddyville-Blakesburg Chapter led the Emblem Ceremony.  Following opening ceremonies, I gave a speech on the 2011-2012 FCCLA year, promoted all the things FCCLA has to offer, and talked about running for State Office.  After my speech, we separated into three groups and attended the different STAR Events that were going on so we could learn more about the different STAR Event categories you can be involved in.   Following STAR Events we had box lunches provided by Subway and we were able to mingle with the other members to learn more about what each chapter does.  After lunch we all gathered back in the main room and listened to our guest speaker Bruce Buttell.  Bruce talked about his experience being a probation officer and how he always tried to find a positive outcome out of every situation.  He went through the alphabet and for each letter he gave a positive word or meaning.  After he spoke he did a performance for us as an Elvis impersonator.  We concluded our day with announcing the 2012-2013 District 15 officer team and installation and official closing ceremonies. I think everyone enjoyed the day and learned more about how to be a Limitless Leader!!!!

With FCCLA Spirit,
Mikayla Vanden Berg
2011-2012 State Vice President of Student Body

SEC hard at work on scripts!

On the weekend of January 14th-15th the Iowa SEC met in Ankeny to start planning for State Leadership Conference 2012! The weekend meeting included touring the new location for SLC! The Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center (previously Veteran’s Auditorium), is a brand new, state of the art building with a much easier layout…we can’t wait for you to see it! Sunday was a fun filled day working on scripts. State Intern Katie and Executive Director Mrs. Callahan helped us by getting all of our ideas into action by creating committees and script parts. Unfortunately, Sabrina and Andrea couldn’t be there in person so instead we did a teleconference to update them on the weekend of hard work.

I hope to see each and every one of you at SLC; it will truly be a limitless leadership experience!

In Red and White

Andrew McGlaughlin

The main speaker for the day was Jane Erikson, who has had previous experience with leadership training. She spoke about the importance of effective communication by talking about various types of communicators and the effect body language has on us. She did three exciting activities to get members up and moving as well as one that illustrated the many ways to interpret things people say.

One great thing about District 13-N is their ability to involve each chapter. Whether they do so by giving them an opportunity to present on STAR events or just giving a ‘thought for the day,’ each chapter had representatives on stage throughout the day.
With FCCLA spirit,
Sabrina Utterback and Andrea Kuffel

In Red and White,

Mikayla Vanden Berg

In Red and White,

JT and Andrew

In Red and White

Andrew, Meredith, Mikayla