Welcome Students & Advisers!
Alabama FCCLA
2025 State Leadership Conference
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Burger King
Central At 129 Coosa
Chris’s Hot Dogs
Cuco’s Mexican Café
Chick-Fil-A
D’ Road ( Venezuelan)
Dreamland BBQ
House (in the Renaissance)
Jimmy Johns (lunch only)
Lek’s Railroad Thai
Mama Goldberg’s
NYC Gyros
SaZa
Wendy’s
Waffle House
Bibb Street Pizza
Wintells’ Oyster House
and more!
Map
The Quest
Keynote Speaker - Tracy Bennett Smith
Jimmy Hill is the State Executive Director for the Alabama Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) Network.
Jimmy has nearly forty years of consecutive experience across multiple industries. He most recently served as the President and CEO for the River Region United Way in Montgomery.
Prior to that time, he was an entrepreneur and served as a Professional Sales Representative in both the pharmaceutical and consumer products industries.
He was named the 2020 recipient of the Jean and Adolph “Bucks” Weil Award from the River Region United Way, was a class member of Leadership Alabama Class XXVIII, and was named the 2015 Outstanding Business Leader by the Auburn University Montgomery College of Business.
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Top 4 Qualifiers
Top 6 Qualifiers
FCCLA Week Winners
Member Monday – Arab High School
Day of Service – Houston County Career Academy
FCS Educator Day – Alexandria High School
Alumni Day – Berry High School
FCCLA Spirit Day – Douglas High School
Interent to compete at National Leadership Conference
Congratulations on qualifying to participate at NLC 2025. You have worked hard and earned the opportunity to compete nationally against many others in your event. In order to better prepare Alabama FCCLA, please complete the Intent to Participate form by April 1, 2025. If your intent form is not completed by April 1, an alternate may be contacted to fill your space.
Thank you and GOOD LUCK AT NLC in Orlando, FL, July 5-9.
Announcements
Students and Advisers, doors to the General Session open tonight at 7:30PM CST. We are excited to see you there!
Schedule & Competitive Event Details
Workshops
Public Speaking: Speaking with Impact – Persuasion and Influence
Riverview 3
Thursday, March 6
11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Public Speaking: Speaking with Impact - Persuasion and Influence
Networking for Introverts: Quietly Winning at Networking
Riverview 3
Thursday, March 6
10:00 AM & 1:00 PM
Networking for Introverts: Quietly Winning at Networking
Carry-On Confidence! Travel Hacks for Every Trip
Riverview 1
Thursday, March 6
11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Carry-On Confidence! Travel Hacks for Every Trip
Going to Japan with FCCLA: A Look at the Japanese Exchange Program
Riverview 4
Thursday, March 6
10:00 AM & 1:00 PM
Going to Japan with FCCLA: A Look at the Japanese Exchange Program
Dream Big, Do Big: How to Turn Ambition into Achievement
Riverview 4
Thursday, March 6
11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Dream Big, Do Big: How to Turn Ambition into Achievement
Unlocking Your Potential: Mastering Employability and Leadership Skills
Riverview 5
Thursday, March 6
10:00 AM & 11:00 AM
Unlocking Your Potential: Mastering Employability and Leadership Skills
Lead, Laugh, and Level Up: Teamwork in Action
Riverview 6
Thursday, March 6
10:00 AM & 1:00 PM
Lead, Laugh, and Level Up: Teamwork in Action!
Alabama FCCLA Alumni and Associates – Seniors Only
Riverview 7
Thursday, March 6
10:00 AM & 1:00 PM
Alabama FCCLA Alumni and Associates - Seniors Only
Polished and Professional: Shaping Your Future with FCCLA
Riverview 7
Thursday, March 6
11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Polished and Professional: Shaping Your Future with FCCLA
Knot Just a Bracelet: Weaving Friendships One Bracelet at a Time!
Riverview 6
Thursday, March 6
11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
Knot Just a Bracelet: Weaving Friendships One Bracelet at a Time!
Candidates
Fashion Show & FCS Signing
Fashion Show Entries
MPAC
Thursday, March 6
7:00 PM
Fashion Show Entries
Name: Savannah Bischoff
School: Cold Springs FCCLA
Project: Shine
Details: This dress is a three-tiered ball gown inspired by a dress worn by Taylor Swift at the Eras Tour. It is part of the “Savvy Styles” Shine collection. The dress is constructed from satin, tulle, chiffon, and cotton. It is perfect for prom or any formal event. It will make anyone who wears it shine brightly!
Name: Madison Russell
School: Florence Freshman Center
Project: Ocean Enchantress
Details: This name represents the magical, mermaid-like essence of my dress. It reflects the deep blue hues and shimmering details of the water while still retaining its captivating and elegant design.
Name: Zowie Cahill
School: Priceville High School
Project: Sew in Time “Sewing Time”
Details: Zowie is wearing mid century modern pirate sleeved floral top made with a unique printed vintage sheet with a super cool black denim overall jumper. This style should inspire you to Sew in Time and create any magical decade you love.
Name: Emma Dalton
School: Jacksonville State University
Project: Linen and Violet, Adeline
Details: The Adeline represents nobility and simplicity. This elegant evening gown’s bodice and skirt are made of a stunning black crushed velvet. Black crepe back satin drapes across the shoulder to bestow a simplistic yet beautiful look. Glistening rhinestones flow along the shoulder with the satin to give a unique touch of liveliness.
Name: Tennyson Gilbreath
School: Winston Career Academy
Project: The B’e Knees: In Bloom Collection
Details: A clothing label dedicated to understanding the needs of our small community by making durable elegant style clothing for affordable prices!
Name: Brooklyn Linder
School: Cleburne County High School
Project: Enchanted Transformation
Details: This enchanting 2-in-1 Cinderella dress seamlessly transforms from her humble peasant attire into a dazzling ball gown. The first look features a cream-colored skirt with patchwork details, a brown bodice, and a simple white blouse for an authentic “before” look. With a swift reveal, it blossoms into a breathtaking blue gown with cascading layers, delicate off-the-shoulder ruffles, and hidden LED lights that make it glow like magic. A perfect fairytale transformation!
Name: Aubrey Elrod
School: Arab High
Project: Niu Nani
Details: Niu Nani is an elegant beach dress crafted from a unique palm tree fabric. Perfect for spring break, it features a bodice extending to the mid-hip, flowing into a stilted skirt for graceful movement. A beaded strip adds versatility, allowing multiple styling options. Chic yet effortless, this design embodies the perfect summer vacation.
FCS Signing
MPAC
Thursday, March 6
7:00 PM
FCS Signing
Name: Ella Hawkins
Chapter: West Morgan
College Choice: Jacksonville State University
Details:I fell in love with the family and consumer sciences content while in my fcs class. The more I learned and understood what being a FCS teacher meant the more I knew that being a Family and Consumer Sciences teacher was my calling.
Name: Alyssa Westbrooks
Chapter: Winston Career Academy
College Choice: University of Alabama
Details: Facs Teacher
Name: Rachel Dickson
Chapter: Carroll High School
College Choice: University of Alabama
Details: I want to be able to teach students effectively, no matter how they learn. When I become a teacher, I want to incorporate different teaching styles so that children will be left behind.
Name: Lena Johannson
Chapter: Weaver High School
College Choice: Alabama A&M
Details: I am choosing FCS as a career because of the impact my FCS teachers have had on me. As a new student at Weaver, I found purpose, friendships, and direction when in my FCS class because of the relationships my FCS teachers created with me. FCS/FCCLA soon became my favorite part of the school day. I want to impact the next generation of students like my FCS teachers have impacted me.
Name: Catherine Hilton
Chapter: 20979
College Choice: The University of Alabama
Details: I have really grown to love this career field while going to RC3. It has helped me see that I can explore so many different career paths inside of this career field. I enjoy all aspects of this career field but I do prefer the Hospitality Management side. I enjoy the roles that are taken on within that side and how I can help others, myself, and a business grow.
Conference Exhibitors
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association
Alabama State University
Auburn University College of Education
Auburn University College of Human Sciences
Coastal Alabama Community College
Huntingdon College Presidential Scholars
iCEV
Jacksonville State University Admissions
Troy University
University of Alabama College of Human Environmental Sciences
University of Montevallo
Conference Sponsors
Jacksonville State University
University of Montevallo Family and Consumer Sciences
Alabama Farmers FEderation
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association
Troy University – Nutrition Department
AL Community College System Innovation Center
The University of Alabama – College of Human Environmental Sciences
Reach and Teach
Faulkner University
Thank you to all partners of Alabama FCCLA for your support!
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