In The News

Across the nation, FCCLA Members, Advisers, and Chapters are making headlines for their leadership, creativity, and commitment to strengthening families, careers, and communities. From local media spotlights to national features, these stories celebrate the power of Family and Consumer Sciences education and the difference FCCLA Members are making every day.

Explore how FCCLA’s mission comes to life through the achievements and initiatives of members who are leading with purpose and creating positive change in their schools and beyond.

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  • FCCLA VP shares journey from shy student to national leader

    LITTLE ROCK, AR (KATV) — A group of ambitious young leaders from the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is gearing up for an exciting trip to Washington, DC, for the Capital Leadership conference from Nov. 15-19. This national event offers members the chance to advocate for…

  • Woodford Co. student becomes first Ky. FCCLA national officer in 5 years

    WOODFORD COUNTY, Ky. (WKYT) - A Kentucky high schooler is among ten of the nation’s top student leaders from Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) who are taking their voices to Washington D.C.

  • Orr to Represent FCCLA Officers on DC trip

    Article Published By: The Sun Times Publication Date: November 5, 2025 Ten of the nation’s top student leaders from Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) will travel to Washington, D.C., from Nov. 15-19 to represent more than 250,000 members nationwide at Capitol Leadership, a…

  • Heber Springs Student Elected National FCCLA President; National CEO to Visit September 15–17

    Herndon, VA – September 8, 2025 — Local high school senior Eva Orr has been elected President of the National Executive Council of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), the highest student leadership role within the 260,000+ member national organization.

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