FCCLA is a nonprofit national career and technology student organization for young 

men and women in family and consumer sciences education in 

public and private school, grades 7- 12. 

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America is a dynamic and effective national student

organization that helps young men and women become leaders and address important personal,

family, work and societal issues through family and consumer sciences education.  Chapter projects

 focus on a variety of youth concerns, including teen pregnancy, parenting, family relationships,

substance abuse, peer pressure, environment, nutrition and fitness, teen violence and career

exploration.  Involvement in FCCLA offers members the opportunity to expand their leadership

potential and develop skills for life -- planning, goal setting, problem solving, decision making and

interpersonal communication -- necessary in the home and workplace.