FCCLA

Skill Demonstration Events

Students have the opportunity to compete in Skill Demonstration Events during the National Fall Conference in Birmingham, AL. Skill Demonstration Events provide opportunities for FCCLA members to demonstrate college and career readiness skills in Family and Consumer Sciences and related occupations. These events serve as an introduction to FCCLA’s Competitive Events and require a shorter time commitment than STAR Events projects. See the events offered at this National Fall Conference below.

Visit the Skill Demonstration Events page for more information.

*Important Policy Update for 2023-2024*

Participants are now allowed to compete in either one (1) Skill Demonstration Event or the FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl, and each member can also register for up to ten (10) Online Challenge Tests. However, please note that due to potential scheduling conflicts, members cannot participate in multiple Skill Demonstration Events or both a Skill Demonstration Event and the FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl. The 2023-2024 Competitive Events Guidelines have been updated to reflect this policy change. 

Registration Prices:

  • Skill Demonstration Events $35 (+ Conference Registration)
  • Online Challenge Tests: $25 (+ Conference Registration) 

Competition Dates/Times:

  • OCTOBER 11

    • Registration closes for Skill Demonstration Events and Challenge Tests

  • OCTOBER 23 - OCTOBER 27

    • Online Challenge Testing Window

  • November 10

    • 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM: Skill Demonstration Events Consultants/Evaluators Orientation
    • 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM: Skill Demonstration Competitions

  • November 11

    • 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM: Closing Session and Recognition of Skill Demonstration Event Winners

Onsite Skill Demonstration Events:

  • Culinary Food Art (Levels 2 & 3)
  • Culinary Knife Skills (Levels 1, 2 & 3)
  • Impromptu Speaking (Levels 1, 2, & 3)
  • Interior Design Sketch (Levels 2 & 3)
  • Interviewing Skills (Levels 1, 2, & 3)
  • Lesson Plan Development and Modifications (Levels 2 & 3)
  • #TeachFCS (Levels 1, 2, & 3)
  • Toys that Teach (Levels 1, 2, & 3)

Online Challenge Tests:

  • Consumer Math Challenge (Levels 1, 2 & 3)
  • Culinary Math Challenge (Levels 2 & 3)
  • Early Childhood Challenge (Levels 1, 2, & 3)
  • Education and Training Challenge (Levels 2 & 3)
  • Fashion Construction and Design Challenge (Levels 2 & 3)
  • FCCLA Knowledge Challenge (Levels 1, 2, & 3)
  • Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation Challenge (Levels 2 & 3)
  • Interior Design Challenge (Levels 2 & 3)
  • Nutrition Challenge (Levels 1, 2, & 3)
  • Science in FCS Challenge (Levels 1, 2, & 3)

FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl

Learn more here. 

Email competitiveevents@fcclainc.org with any questions.

Members develop skills for life through: character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and career preparation.