Create a list of everything your student(s) will need to take into competition (may vary for different competitions)
File Folder
Include enough copies of required materials (check the rubric)
Official FCCLA Binder
Display
Props
Computer (if applicable)
Stapled print out of slides to turn in
This checklist includes items you may want to include in case of an emergency for projects, displays, portfolios, official dress, etc.
Scissors
Adhesive items - glue dots, glue, tape, liquid cement, etc.
Safety Pins
Extra file folders
Note cards
Highlighters and pens
Small first aid kit
As you prepare to leave for a conference it may be helpful to assign jobs to students to hold them accountable to getting everything to the conference.
Jobs may include:
Loading displays, emergency bag, snacks/snack bags, luggage, etc.
Being a "lead" to make sure everything was packed and loaded into the vehicle
When preparing for the possibility of attending the National Leadership Conference, here are some tips
Some districts must have school board approval before allowing your chapter to travel out of the state.
As you prepare for State, you may want to present "scenarios" to your school board that reflect the costs of each of your members advancing to Nationals, so they know what the total cost might be.
The turnaround between State and signing up for Nationals is very fast, so you'll want to make sure you have that approval.
Discuss with your district what their policy is as far as providing finance.
This will allow you to prepare in advance and hopefully fundraise before traveling
In the event that your student/team places third, you should still be prepared that you may be asked if you can travel to Nationals (sometimes the first place or second place team cannot, so the State office will reach out to the third place team)
Look ahead for things to do in the area.
If you advance to Nationals, start creating an itinerary for your students, so you can get the most out of your trip
Look for the Texas Package
Texas always has a package when traveling to Nationals that will include activities offered outside of the National Conference.
If you and your students are interested, take a look at that and make sure you sign up for the correct package.