FCCLA national conference attended by MVHS students.
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ANAHEIM, Calif.— Mountain View High School joined more than 8,500 FCCLA student leaders, members, and advisers at the Anaheim Convention Center June 30 – July 4, to participate in the annual FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC).
The conference, held in Anaheim, Calif, provided MVHS students opportunities to come together for energizing, learning while listening to inspiring speakers, expanding leadership skills, sharpening talents, and exploring career pathways, according to Kirsten Bird. The theme of this year’s conference was “Believe in Yourself,”which inspired attendees to make set goals and commit themselves to making a positive impact within their families, schools, FCCLA and communities.
"Our National Leadership Conference was a great success this year, with a record-setting attendance of over 8,500 members, advisers, partners and guests. During the past week we've watched thousands of students come together and realize their full potential through competition, career training, and workshops. The relationships developed and training experienced during this conference have empowered students to go into their schools and communities and make a difference, bringing with them the values and passions FCCLA brings to our members," said Sandy Spavone, executive director of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.
Julia Hamblin and Macy Rinker from the MVHS Chapter participated in one of 30 Family and Consumer Sciences related competitive events offered at NLC, including STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) Events and the FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl, Bird said. These events support foundational, leadership, and workplace skills in areas such as advocacy, culinary arts and entrepreneurship. Competing with over 4,500 STAR Event participants in Anaheim, Hamblin received a gold medal and Rinker received a silver medal, both in the Job Interview category.
Other students who attended the conference were Caden Sweep, the current Wyoming State FCCLA vice-president. He participated in various sessions and trainings with other State FCCLA Officers from across the United States. Nakoda Bird, a chapter member, volunteered as a lead consultant in the Focus on Children STAR event.
