About FCCLA

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a Career and Technical Student Organization that functions as an integral part of the Family and Consumer Sciences education curriculum and operates within the school system. Since 1945, FCCLA members have been making a difference in families, careers, and communities by addressing important personal, work, and societal issues. Through participation in Competitive Events, becoming involved in community service opportunities, student leadership, and attending leadership conferences, members develop real world skills, explore Career Pathways, and become college- and career-ready.

Our Mission is to promote personal growth and leadership development through Family and Consumer Sciences education.

• Travel across the United States to attend national conferences and forge friendships with other youth leaders.

• Participate in Competitive Events—from Fashion Design, Early Childhood Education, Culinary Arts, Entrepreneurship, and Nutrition, there is one to interest you.

• Develop real world skills that prepare you to be college- and career-ready.

• Explore various Career Pathways within Family and Consumer Sciences.

• Apply for one of our many scholarships available to FCCLA members.

• Develop leadership skills.