Cluster: OKC

Thankfulness

The National Executive Council has many things to be thankful for, and they would like to share a few with you!

Ashley Faulkner, VP of Finance

I am thankful for my family for always loving me and supporting me in everything I do, my friends for being there and knowing how to make me laugh, and FCCLA for making me the person I am and allowing me to serve as the National Vice-President of Finance.

Ashley Labrum, VP of Programs

I am thankful for flushing toilet, friends, family, FCCLA, and apple juice.

Caleb Hearon, VP of Membership

I’m thankful for my family who has always supported me. I’m thankful for FCCLA and the impact it’s had on my life. I’m also thankful for all my friends who are always there for me.

Justin Hess, First Vice President

I am thankful for the opportunity to be a part of FCCLA. It has changed my life completely, and I would not be where I am now without it.

Chandler Classen, VP of Development

I am thankful for my family, the privilege of serving as a National Officer, and the great opportunities I have been given.

Elliot Johnson, President

I am thankful for my family who has supported me all my life. I'm thankful for the health I have and the love that surrounds me. I'm also thankful for the people who have worked hard to provide me with the life I live.

Skylar Borchardt, VP of Competitive Events

I am thankful for my family, as well as all of the opportunities I have been given.

Linsey Armstrong, VP of Public Relations

I am thankful for my friends and family who continually love and support me in everything that I do. I am so grateful to serve on the National Executive Council for an organization that has truly changed my life. I am also thankful for all the blessings I have in life and the opportunities I have been given.

Magda Hernandez, VP of Community Service

I’m thankful for my loving family and their continuous support. I’m thankful for being able to live in a country that grants me freedom and all the resources I need to achieve my dreams. I’m thankful for having the opportunity to be a part of FCCLA.

Marquis Johnson, VP of Parliamentary Law

I am thankful for my family, friends and FCCLA. I am thankful for being saved and having Jesus in my life. I am thankful for my National Executive Council members, adviser and national staff.

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!

                                                                         - FCCLA National Executive Council

Photo courtesy of Lifetouch

Clusters: Renapolis

Hey Guys!

 It's Ashley Faulkner here, your VP of Finance, and on behalf of the A Team (Ashley Labrum, Skylar Borchardt, Justin Hess, Caleb Hearon) I'd like to thank all of you who attended the National Cluster Meetings in Reno, Nevada and Indianapolis, Indiana! We had a blast with you guys these past 2 weeks! You all really made your mark and took advantage of the entire conference! At Clusters we heard dynamic speakers, participated in competitive events, went to great workshops, and made a huge impact with our national projects! Thank you to Patrick Grady and Harriet Turk for their inspiring messages and many laughs! Their words played a huge part in us making our mark. Congratulations to all of the Skills Demonstration Events and FACS Knowledge Bowl winners! Thank you to all of the workshop presenters! We really appreciate you sharing your great ideas with FCCLA members everywhere! While at Clusters we made our mark by participating in our National Outreach  Projects, March of Dimes and Share Our Strength. November is National Prematurity Awareness month and we spread the word by wearing purple ties and scarves and passing out purple glow bracelets. For Share Our Strength, we hosted a Pie a National Officer fundraiser. Thank you all for making your mark and helping us reach our goal of $1500 at both conferences! We would take a pie any day for Share Our Strength! The 2012 National Cluster Meetings were a huge success and all those in attendance are responsible. If you weren't able to attend this year, don't worry! You guys can come next year to Clusters in Spokane, Washington; Charlotte, North Carolina; and Omaha, Nebraska!

Thank you all once again for attending the National Cluster Meetings and we look forward to helping you Discover Your Voice this summer at the National Leadership Conference in Nashville, Tennessee!

Ashley Faulkner

National FCCLA Vice President of Finance

Meet Linsey

Hey FCCLA’ers!

I am Linsey Armstrong, a proud Husker, television fanatic, and a fan of lame jokes, public speaking, and foods that end in “o”.  I am so incredibly honored to be serving as your National Vice-President of Public Relations!

I bring you greetings from Nebraska, the home of the good life. I live in a small town of 850 people. During the summer, I spend a lot of time at my family’s cabin about an hour away. I am a proud Raider at Logan View High School, where I plan to graduate at the end of the year with a class of 45 people.

I live at home with my mom, dad, and two dogs. My mom, Jane, is a lead medical coder at an area hospital. My dad, Elmer, works at 3M. I have 7-year-old Miniature Schnauzer named Jamie and Hunny, a 1-year-old Hungarian Vizsla.

In school, I am also involved with Speech Team, National Honor Society, Spanish Club, Science Club and Academic Team. I serve on Nebraska’s Attorney General’s Youth Advisory Council and attended Cornhusker Girls’ State this past summer. Outside of school, I spend a lot of time working at Hooper’s Office Bar and Grill. I currently cook, but I have also washed dishes and bussed tables. We serve super good food, and I love the fun environment we have. I also help out at a local daycare when needed. I’m also active at my church, and attend various youth groups.

I plan to graduate in May of 2013. In the fall, I plan to attend the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a major in Public Relations/Advertising with minors in Business and Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communication.

I challenge each and every one of you to make your digital mark and support FCCLA via social media. “Like” the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America on Facebook, follow @NationalFCCLA on Twitter, and make a Blogster account to follow both the NEC Blog and the Advisers Blog!

If you ever have questions, feel free to contact me at larmstrong@fcclainc.org. You can also friend me on Facebook, and follow me on Twitter @MyLifeAsLinsey.

I can’t wait to meet some of you at National Cluster Meetings in Oklahoma City, and the rest of you at the 2013 National Leadership Conference in Nashville!

                                                                                              In FCCLA Spirit,

                                                                                            Linsey Armstrong

Photo courtesy of Shane & Sunny Photography

Meet Ashley L.

Hey FCCLA family!

            I am Ashley Labrum, your 2012-2013 National Vice-President of Programs. I am writing this week to tell you a little more about myself!

            I am the 3rd oldest of 4 girls. (Yes, you read that right, ALL girls!!) I even have a princess puppy named Kaylee. I am big in to family adventures. I love doing everything with them. We eat supper every night together, we travel together, and best of all play games and eat treats together! My older sister is named Brittany, and her and her husband live only 2 doors down, so that’s fun! Kimberly goes to college and then duh, me - I am a high school senior at Pleasant Grove High School. Then Gabie is last; she is in 6^th grade. With all of our busy lives, I’m happy that I have a mom and dad who take care of us and still make sure we don’t forget about family time. You can’t miss my family when we walk down the street, words really don’t describe how outstanding I feel to be a part of my amazing family.

           

Lets go back to my high school because, if you ask me, I think its kind of cool! I came from a normally size high school of 1,892 kids. I went and asked just so I could tell you, that there are 13 Ashley’s in my whole school. You would think there would be more, but no. 5 of them are seniors. All but 2 of them spell it like mine. I love my school and am way big in “Bleeding Viking Blue!” I am on our student body, the Assistant Director for Drama, Choir and an FCCLA lover! Besides school involved I am a part of the NSA (National Speaking Association). The majority of my time is spent on FCCLA, school activities and college stuff, however like every teenager I love to hangout on the weekend with friends. 

           

My passion in life is helping others in ways that help us too. PROGRAMS! It truly is the best way to say I love all that FCCLA has to offer. Enough about me though, this year is about you! If you didn’t think your school was going to do a National Program, THINK AGAIN. I am only one e-mail away, and I would love to help you! With all of your help, FCCLA can help others and put a smile on your face and there’s. “Smile, it gives your face something to do!”  I hope to hear from you all soon!!!

                                                                                                In FCCLA Spirit,

                                                                                                Ashley Labrum