2012-2013

Local Leadership

Handbook

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Table of Contents

Message from your President ......................................................................................... 3

About SC FBLA............................................................................................................... 4

Calendar of Events.......................................................................................................... 7

Conferences.................................................................................................................... 8

Competitive Events ......................................................................................................... 9

Dress Code ................................................................................................................... 14

Individual Member Opportunities................................................................................... 15

Chapter Awards ............................................................................................................ 18

Chapter Management Tips............................................................................................ 19

FBLA Middle Level ........................................................................................................ 21

Contact Us .................................................................................................................... 22

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Message from President Holloman

August 21, 2012

Members and Advisers,

I am so honored to be serving as your State President this year. I hope you will join South Carolina in

“Reaching the Peak” of FBLA.

I really must share with you one of my national conference experiences. I was instantly drawn this year

to the pin trading booth at our national conference, where a special display of “vintage lapel pins” was

carefully setup. This display was covered in tiny metal pins splashed with all kinds of colors in all sorts of

shapes. This was of course celebrating the 70th anniversary of Future Business Leaders of America. I

immediately found myself searching for South Carolina. “The many memories that must’ve been held in

70 years of FBLA,” I pondered. I finally came upon the one and only South Carolina pin in the entire

collection. After holding the pin and looking it over a little, I couldn’t help but feel so proud of the largest

and oldest student business organization in the world. I am so happy to be part of our great organization

as this year marks the 65th anniversary of South Carolina FBLA and I think we should all be overwhelmed

to be part of such an experience.

Our state was lucky to take over 100 students and advisers to the National Leadership Conference this

summer in San Antonio, Texas. Members networked with key national contacts, visited workshops, and

of course cheered our state on. Our state brought home a total of eight top ten winners, an increase

from last year. South Carolina also continues to boast the largest chapter in the country, Lexington

Technology Center. We were proud to have one of our very own, State Secretary, Hunter Harley, to

serve on the national Buzz Squad at the conference. Donnie Iorio, a SC FBLA alumni, was also elected Phi

Beta Lambda President at the college level conference. Even our middle level gained recognition.

Ebenezer Middle School was recognized as the one chapter in the country for their participation in the

Go Green project.

The executive team is excited to travel to Charlotte, NC for the National Fall Leadership Conference in

November. We invite all SC FBLA members to join us for a fun filled weekend of national networking,

keynote speakers, workshops, and fun activities this fall.

I hope that you all can celebrate SC FBLA with me this year.

Sincerely,

Forrest Holloman

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About SC FBLA

SC FBLA History

The FBLA concept was developed in 1937 by Dr. Hamden L. Forkner of ColumbiaUniversity. The first high school chapter was chartered in Johnson City, Tennessee on February 3, 1942. In 1958, the first PBL collegiate chapter was chartered in Iowa. The Professional Division, originally the Alumni Division, began in 1979. Joining FBLA-PBLin 1994 was the FBLA-Middle Level for students in grades 5−9.

The South Carolina State Chapter of Future Business Leaders of America received itscharter on February 20, 1949, and became State Chapter Number 5. Since that time, ithas grown both actively and numerically while continuing to serve its primary function--producing quality business leaders.

Mrs. Rita P. Heape organized the first local chapter at Greenville High School in 1947and was instrumental in establishing the state chapter. The first state conference washeld in 1948. Mrs. Heape served as State Chairman until 1951. Mrs. Jewelle Hollisfrom Olympia High School in Columbia served as State Chairman from 1952 to 1957,and then Mrs. Swannanoa Gardner of James F. Byrnes High School in Spartanburgserved as State Chairman for the year 1957-1958. At that time, Miss Nelle Boatwright,a business education instructor at North Greenville College, was appointed StateChairman. Miss Boatwright resigned shortly thereafter, and Mrs. Virginia Atkinson ofParker High School in Greenville was appointed to serve. She served for the year1959-1960. At the conclusion of that year, Miss Maria Culp was appointed to serve inthis capacity because it was thought that her college affiliation would benefit theorganization. Miss Culp, a business education instructor at Winthrop College in RockHill, served until her retirement in 1977. Mrs. Virginia Atkinson was then appointed toserve as Acting State Chairman.

The Business Education Section of the State Department of Education assumed theleadership role in October 1977, and Dr. Anne L. Matthews was named State Chairman.Miss Andrea Kelly was appointed State Executive Secretary. Ms. Emily Richardsonwas named State Chairman in 1986. Ms. Jean Parker was appointed State ExecutiveSecretary in 1987 and served for one year. When Ms. Richardson resigned in 1992,Ms. Jean Parker and Ms. Linda Albert were appointed as State Co-Chairmen. In 1993Ms. Jean Parker and Ms. Katherine Cliatt became State Co-Chairmen, with Ms. LindaAlbert assuming the role of State Adviser.

In October 1996 a change in policy at the State Department of Education regardingsponsorship of student service organizations returned governance of the Chapter to theBoard of Directors and State Executive Council. Ms. Pat Itter was appointed StateAdviser/Chairman.

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FBLA Middle Level

With more than 20,000 members nationwide, FBLA has exploded at junior high andmiddle schools. Members participate in a variety of activities including job shadowprograms, community service projects, and American enterprise projects. Memberseven earn recognition on the local, state, and national levels!

ΦΒΛ Phi Beta Lambda

Phi Beta Lambda, or PBL, is the college level of FBLA. Members participate incommunity service, job training, competitive events, and conferences. Members attendconferences at the state and national level including the South Carolina StateLeadership Conference and the National Leadership Conference. South Carolinachapters including The University of South Carolina, Clemson University, BenedictCollege, and Virginia College.

FBLA Goals

Develop competent, aggressive business leadership. Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work. Create more interest in and understanding of the American business enterprise. Encourage members in the development of individual projects that contribute to

the improvement of home, business, and community. Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship and foster patriotism. Encourage and practice efficient money management. Encourage scholarship and promote school loyalty. Assist students in the establishment of occupational goals. Facilitate the transition from school to work.

FBLA Pledge

I solemnly promise to uphold the aims and responsibilities of Future Business Leadersof America-Phi Beta Lambda and, as an active member, I shall strive to develop thequalities necessary in becoming a responsible business leader.

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FBLA CREED

I believe education is the right of every person.

I believe the future depends on mutual understanding and cooperation among business,industry, labor, religious, family, and educational institutions, as well as people aroundthe world. I agree to do my utmost to bring about understanding and cooperation amongall of these groups.

I believe every person should prepare for a useful occupation and carry on thatoccupation in a manner that brings the greatest good to the greatest number.

I believe every person should actively work toward improving social, political,community, and family life.

I believe every person has the right to earn a living at a useful occupation.

I believe every person should take responsibility for carrying out assigned tasks in amanner that brings credit to self, associates, school, and community.

I believe I have the responsibility to work efficiently and to think clearly. I promise to usemy abilities to make the world a better place for everyone.

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Conferences

State Fall Leadership Rally (SFLR) Columbia, SC

SC FBLA members have the chance to start of the year with a bang by attending the

State Fall Leadership Rally. This conference is a way for new and returning members to

meet the State Officer Team, meet members, and to get excited for the year ahead by

attending workshops.

National Fall Leadership Conference (NFLC) Charlotte, NC

Students and advisers participate in motivational general sessions, professional

development, and career planning workshops. For many FBLA-PBL members, the

NFLCs are a convenient and affordable way to experience much of the education and

excitement of an NLC closer to home.

District Leadership Conference (DLC) Multiple Locations

Members from one of four of SC FBLA Districts convene at one location to compete

against each other and attend educational workshops. Those who place sixth and

above can continue to compete at the State Leadership Conference.

State Leadership Conference (SLC) North Charleston, SC

The State Leadership Conference is a two-day conference held annually in the spring.

The finalists from each district conference are eligible to participate in the competitive

events. In addition, each local chapter may enter contestants in the competitive events

held only at the state level. Those who qualify are eligible to advance to competition at

the National Leadership Conference. In addition to the competitive events, the

conference includes elections of state officers, special-interest sessions, and other

planned activities.

Institute for Leaders (IFL) Anaheim, CA

Held in conjunction with the National Leadership Conference, this high-energy,

intensive, two-day seminar is a focused-leadership experience for state and local

chapter officers, as well as members and advisers. This training conference prepares

student leaders and members to assume their elected responsibilities and develop

valuable life skills.

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National Leadership Conference (NLC) Anaheim, CA

FBLA members have the competitive edge as the best and brightest of FBLA convene

to compete in leadership events, share their successes, and learn new ideas about

shaping their career future through workshops and exhibits. This four-day conference is

considered the pinnacle of the FBLA-PBL experience, especially for those running for

national office. FBLA-PBL has forged partnerships with industry leaders to underwrite

competitive events and scholarships for students achieving national ranking.

South Carolina FBLA District Map

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Competitive Events

Overview

South Carolina FBLA offers members over 50 competitive events to compete in. At

District, State and National Conferences members participate in role plays, deliver

presentations, and take tests. Visit FBLA-PBL.org for information about each event.

The FBLA-PBL National Awards Program recognizes and rewards excellence in a

broad range of business and career-related areas. At the State Leadership Conference,

students compete in events testing their business knowledge and skills. The first and

second place state winners are then eligible to compete for national awards at the

National Leadership Conference each summer. Those that place third in events only

with a test are also eligible for the National Leadership Conference.

Each event is governed by specific guidelines and rating sheets that can be found in the

Competitive Events section of the Chapter Management Handbook, updated and

published each August. Make sure you are using the most recent version of the

guidelines to prepare for your competition.

Competitive events fall into three categories: individual, team, and chapter. Individual

and team events focus on skills useful in leadership and career development; chapter

events recognize overall achievement and performance in chapter management and

growth.

2012-2013 Competitive Event Topics

Business Financial Plan

You are planning to open a full service pet spa called Pampered Pooches in an upscale

urban area. You will provide grooming, doggie daycare, obedience training, upscale

bakery treats, and party planning services as well as overnight kennel facilities. There

are two large national chain pet supply stores in the area that provide grooming services

and obedience classes. There also are several independent veterinarian facilities in the

area that provide kennel facilities. No location in the immediate area provides all of the

upscale services within one location. You are planning to open your facility in a 10,000

square foot stand-alone facility. You will need to purchase the entire inventory and will

need to meet the individual needs of customers requesting grooming, doggie daycare,

kennel, and other services.

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Business Presentation

You are presenting to a group of young professionals preparing to interview for

internship positions and/or full-time employment. Create a presentation explaining

proper etiquette for a business luncheon.

Computer Game and Simulation Programming

You are to create a FBLA-PBL trivia game. There must be at least 25 questions from a

minimum of five topics (five questions per topic) as part of the game. Your audience is

FBLA members.

Desktop Application Programming

MMT Temporary Services has contracted with you to create an employee evaluation

system. You will develop an interface that allows both MMT supervisors and field

placement supervisors to evaluate employees for potential permanent employment.

Digital Design & Promotion

You will develop a corporate identity for Xtreme Adventure Travel Company, a new

venture offering tours of the Southwestern United States. The company is based in

Anaheim, California, and provides tours to small groups via jeep, helicopter, hot air

balloon, bicycle, kayak/canoe, and other modes of transport to experience the area’s

natural beauty up close.

Digital Video Production

Create a video promoting FBLA-PBL Week.

E-Business

Your FBLA chapter has been approached by the school’s administration to create a

streamlined system for graduation seating for families and graduates. The site may be

real or fictional. Included in the site should be a navigation bar to allow participants to

view the details about graduation. Families will need to reserve tickets and to arrange

for ticket pick-up, participants will need to view open seats, and most importantly

graduates will need to select their own seats. It also must offer a shopping cart system,

order review, confirmation, and pickup options for the family tickets. You are not

expected to have a live payment link.

Emerging Business Issues

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American corporations have been moving their headquarters to foreign countries to

avoid paying the federal income tax in the United States which is 20 to 25 percent

higher than foreign countries. Should the federal income tax for corporations be lowered

to keep corporations in the United States? Argue either affirmative that the United

States government should cut taxes for corporations or negative that the taxes should

be left as is.

Web Site Design

Your FBLA has decided to create a community calendar where you will feature all

community events in one centralized place. The Web site should provide information

about the events, times, locations, and other relevant information. Contact information,

maps, or directions also would be helpful elements in the Web site. Please provide your

own FBLA chapter's events. Incorporate one type of social media, which will allow for

others to find out about the calendar through Facebook, Twitter, etc.

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Complete Listing of Competitive Events

Accounting I

Accounting II

AmericanEnterprise Project

Banking &Financial Systems

BusinessCalculations

BusinessCommunication

Business Ethics

Business FinancialPlan

Business Law

Business Math

Business Plan

BusinessPresentation

BusinessProcedures

Client Service

CommunityService Project

ComputerApplications

Computer Game &SimulationProgramming

Computer ProblemSolving

Cyber Security

Database Design &Applications

DesktopApplicationProgramming

Desktop Publishing

Digital Design &Promotion

Digital VideoProduction

E-business

Economics

Electronic CareerPortfolio

Emerging BusinessIssues

Entrepreneurship

FBLA Principles &Procedures

Future BusinessLeader

Global Business

Health CareAdministration

Help Desk

HospitalityManagement

ImpromptuSpeaking

Introduction toBusiness

Introduction toBusinessCommunication

Introduction toParliamentaryProcedure

Introduction toTechnologyConcepts

Job Interview

Local ChapterAnnual BusinessReport

ManagementDecision Making

ManagementInformationSystems

Marketing

Network Design

NetworkingConcepts

ParliamentaryProcedure

Partnership withBusiness Project

Personal Finance

Public Speaking I

Public Speaking II

SportsManagement

SpreadsheetApplications

TechnologyConcepts

Virtual BusinessChallenge

Web Site Design

Word Processing I

Word Processing II

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FBLA-PBL NATIONAL DRESS CODE

FBLA members and advisers should develop an awareness of the image one’s

appearance projects. The purpose of the dress code is to uphold the professional

image of the association and its members and to prepare students for the business

world. Appropriate attire is required for all attendees – advisers, members, and guests

at all general sessions, competitive events, regional meetings, workshops, and other

activities unless otherwise stated in the conference program. Conference name badges

are part of this dress code and must be worn for all conference functions. For safety

reasons, do not wear name badges when touring.

Males:

Business suit with collar dress shirt, and necktie or Sport coat, dress slacks, collar shirt, and necktie or Dress slacks, collar shirt, and necktie Banded collar shirt may be worn only if sport coat or business suit is worn Dress shoes and socks

Females:

Business suit with blouse or Business pantsuit with blouse or Skirt or dress slacks with blouse or sweater or Business dress Capris or gauchos with coordinating jacket/suit, worn below the knee Dress shoes

Inappropriate attire, for both men and women, includes:

Jewelry in visible body piercing, other than ears Denim or chambray fabric clothing of any kind, overalls, shorts, skorts, stretch or

stirrup pants, exercise or bike shorts Backless, see-through, tight-fitting, spaghetti straps, strapless, extremely short,

or low-cut blouses/tops/dresses/skirts T-shirts, Lycra™, spandex, midriff tops, tank tops, bathing suits Sandals, athletic shoes, industrial work shoes, hiking boots, bare feet, or over-

the-kneeboots Athletic wear, including sneakers Hats or flannel fabric clothing Bolo ties Visible foundation garments

CLARIFICATION–Many women’s two-piece suits are currently designed so that they donot require a blouse. Therefore, this will be accepted. In addition, sling-back shoes,open-toe shoes, and sleeveless dresses are accepted

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Individual Member Opportunities

Business Achievement Awards

The Business Achievement Awards (BAA) are an aggressive, self-directed, results-

based business and leadership program designed to complement academics while

accelerating a student's leadership skills. The awards focus on the words surrounding

the FBLA Crest: Service, Education, and Progress. There is a heavy emphasis on

education with integrated classroom projects.

The individual recognition is a four-tier program (Future, Business, Leader, America)

aligned with the FBLA-PBL Goals, NBEA Standards, and Career Clusters. The

individual program has a March 1 deadline for the first three levels and an April 25

deadline for the America award.

In addition to receiving their America level pin at the National Leadership Conference,

all recipients of this award who attend the NLC will receive America ribbons and

certificates of recognition.

Future Level Activities Preview

Service: (Complete 3 activities from this section. The first 2 are required.)

1. Required: Donate five (5) hours of service to an educational or service organization.

2. Required: Prepare a bulletin board or display promoting FBLA.

3. Help your chapter adviser(s) with activities to celebrate American Enterprise Day or

FBLA-PBL Week.

4. Participate on your chapter's community service project committee.

5. Participate in a promotional or fundraising project for the March of Dimes.

6. Become a pen pal with a senior citizen, a child in a hospital, a child in another

country, or a soldier in the military.

7. Write a one-page report on a service organization in your community and present it

to your chapter or a business class.

Education: (Complete 3 activities from this section. The first 1 is required.)

1. Required. Complete the FBLA Knowledge Quiz with a score of 92 percent or higher.

2. Complete the advertising slogans worksheet.

3. Using a spreadsheet, create a one-month budget for yourself or for your local

chapter.

4. List at least 5 goals (related to school, career, and personal) and include a

description of how you plan to accomplish each one.

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5. Read a business article or story from Tomorrow's Business Leader, FBLA's national

publication. Write a one-page letter in proper business format summarizing and

reacting to this article. Address the letter to your local chapter adviser.

6. Write a one-page paper on a business career.

7. List five (5) personal strengths and one personal weakness. Write a 100-word

summary on what you can do to overcome the weakness.

8. Visit http://www.brainbench.com/ and register and take a free certification test.

Progress: (Complete 4 activities from this section. The first 2 are required.)

1. Required. Bring a friend who is a nonmember to a local chapter FBLA meeting.

2. Required. Attend at least three (3) local chapter meetings and prepare a one-page

paper that includes the date of each meeting and a bulleted list of meeting

highlights.

3. Complete the programs worksheet.

4. Invite a business leader to speak at a meeting. Write a letter inviting this

businessperson to your meeting.

5. Attend a local chapter activity/event. Prepare a 100-word summary describing this

event or activity.

6. Recite the FBLA Creed at a chapter meeting or event and explain your

understanding of this creed as it relates to your future and to the business world in a

memo to your local chapter adviser.

7. Text five (5) friends and invite them to the next FBLA meeting. (List the names on

the interactive form.)

8. Prepare an invitation inviting students to attend the next FBLA meeting.

The FBLA Innovation Center

Have you ever had an idea for FBLA? Here is your opportunity to tell everyone. The

FBLA National Center introduces The FBLA Innovation Center. Located at fbla-

pbl.org/ideas, members and advisers can submit their ideas about FBLA for others to

see. Then you can see what others think using the discussion and voting features. If

your idea is popular enough, it might even happen.

Membership Madness Award

This program recognizes FBLA members who extend the benefits of membership to

their friends and acquaintances. Members who recruit at least five (5) new members

receive a certificate of recognition and are recognized on the national Web site. The

deadline for submitting Membership Madness Forms is April 1. Local chapter advisers

are encouraged to present this award to winning members at a local FBLA ceremony,

meeting, or event or at a school awards assembly. This award meets one of the

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required criteria for the Leader Award of the Business Achievement Awards and the

Outstanding Chapter Award.

Membership Mania Award

This program recognizes FBLA members who extend the benefits of membership to

their friends and acquaintances. Members who recruit at least ten (10) new members

receive a certificate of recognition and are recognized on the national Web site. The

deadline for submitting Membership Mania Forms is April 1. Local chapter advisers are

encouraged to present this award to winning members at a local FBLA ceremony,

meeting, or event or at a school awards assembly. This award meets one of the criteria

for the America Award of the Business Achievement Awards.

Chapter Awards

Outstanding Chapter Award

The program encourages local chapters to plan projects and activities to enrich the

experiences of members at the local, district/regional, state, and national levels, which

in turn help to increase local chapter membership. Activities are designed around

membership and chapter management projects with special emphasis on the three

areas represented on the FBLA Crest: Service, Education, and Progress. Chapters

going above and beyond in their FBLA participation are rewarded with national

recognition. This program has an April 1 deadline at the National level. Chapters receive

recognition on the national Web site, certificate mailed to the local chapter, and NLC

participants receive an Outstanding Chapter ribbon.

100 Percent Class Participation

FBLA-PBL recognizes local FBLA chapters who recruit 100 percent of a single class as

chapter members. A copy of the class roster must be submitted along with a copy of

your chapter’s membership list. Winning chapters receive a certificate of recognition in

the mail. Local chapter advisers are encouraged to present this chapter award to the

chapter president at a local FBLA ceremony or at a school awards assembly. The

deadline for this award is April 1. This award also meets one of the criteria for the

Outstanding Chapter Award.

Membership Achievement Award

FBLA-PBL recognizes local FBLA chapters who either maintain or increase local

chapter membership over last year’s total. An application form is located at the end of

this section. Winning chapters receive a certificate of recognition in the mail. Local

chapter advisers are encouraged to present this chapter award to the chapter president

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at a local FBLA end-of-the-year banquet or at a school awards assembly. The deadline

for this award is April 1. This award also meets one of the criteria for the Outstanding

Chapter Award.

Chapter Management

Develop a Program of Work

One of the key ways for a chapter to plan for the year is by developing a plan for the

year ahead. A program of work is a laid out plan that the chapter officers agree on. SC

FBLA has developed a suggest local chapter program of work. You can access this

document at scfbla.org/resources.

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Membership Recruitment Video & Presentation

National FBLA has release a membership recruitment video. All advisers should have

received this video. It is also available online on the SC FBLA website

(http://www.scfbla.org) and http://www.youtube.com/fblapblinc along with multiple other

videos. Also, SC FBLA has a prepared a PowerPoint presentation for local chapters. It

covers all aspects of FBLA. It is located at scfbla.org/resources.

Community Service

Bear Cubs for Shriners’ Hospital for Children

At Shriners Hospitals for Children® — Greenville, every patient who comes to the

hospital for surgery is welcomed with a brand new Build-a-Bear™ and outfit of choice.

After their initial surgery, if the child requires additional hospital stays they can choose a

new outfit to go with their bear.

South Carolina FBLA is one of the main providers of Build-a-Bears for Shriners

Hospital. For over five years, SC FBLA members and advisers have donated thousands

of bears for these children. Donations will be taken at the 2013 SC FBLA State Fall

Leadership Conference. We ask that all chapters in attendance donate at least one

bear.

March of Dimes

In the nearly 40 years FBLA-PBL has been united with the March of Dimes, FBLA-PBL

has consistently ranked as the top clubs and organizations fund-raising partner, raising

over $15 million dollars. On behalf of the half million infants born premature every year,

thank you for your steadfast commitment to improving the lives of babies. The March of

Dimes is only as successful as you, the committed volunteers who believe in the

mission, who started with conquering polio, and today join in the fight against premature

birth. With your help, South Carolina can be the top fundraising state in FBLA! Do not

forget about Premature Birth Awareness Day on November 13.

March for Babies

March for Babies supports research and programs to help babies in your community

and across the country get a healthy start. Join March for Babies and a million

compassionate people in nearly 1,100 communities across the nation, including 24,000

company and family teams as well as our national sponsors who walk each year. FBLA-

PBL is a March for Babies partner, so put on your shoes and walk for the cause.

March of Dimes Grants

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The March of Dimes grants are designed to reward members and chapters for their

support of the March of Dimes partnership, identify and support innovative ideas and

projects that enhance the growth, recognition, and support of FBLA-PBL and the March

of Dimes partnership. Local and state chapters that participate in March of Dimes are

eligible to submit grant requests. Grants may not be used for equipment purchases, but

are designed to support programming or activities. Grant proposals submitted for

consideration must be designed to be accomplished within a period of no more than 18

months. Grant recipients will be expected to report the outcome of their project in the

form of a workshop, article, or project that can be reproduced and shared with other

chapters, states, and the March of Dimes. Local chapters may receive grants up to

$1,000. State chapters may apply for grants up to $2,500.

Fund-raising Awareness

From collecting coins to fund research, to educating their peers about the mission of the

March of Dimes, FBLA-PBL has been an instrumental March of Dimes partner.

Chapters can participate in coin-raising and awareness activities in their local chapter,

school, and community throughout. Take the money raised to your local March of Dimes

chapter and remember to have them credit your local chapter and designate it to FBLA,

FBLA-Middle Level, or PBL. To order coin collection and walk materials, contact

teamyouth@marchofdimes.com and provide the number and type of materials you will

need (for example, 10 WalkMania kits, 20 Coin Boxes etc).

Recognition Opportunities

The top local and state chapters raising the most money for the March of Dimes are

recognized at the National Leadership Conference. Grant recipients are also recognized

at the National Leadership Conference. Additional recognition opportunities are

available on the local and state March of Dimes and FBLA-PBL levels.

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FBLA Middle Level

Competitive Recognition

Chapter Events - American Enterprise Project, Community Service Project, andLocal Chapter Activities Report

Individual and Team Events - Career Exploration, Computer Slide ShowPresentation, Desktop Publishing Applications, Keyboarding Applications I,Keyboarding Applications II, Proofreading and Editing, Spreadsheet, and WebPage Creation

Individual Recognition - Outstanding Middle Level Adviser, Outstanding MiddleLevel Member, and Outstanding Middle Level Supporter

Middle Level Achievement Program (MAP)

This individual member program is designed to reward those FBLA-Middle Levelmembers who excel in their participation in a variety of activities in the areas ofservice, education, and leadership. Members simply copy and fill out the cover sheet,attach the entry form and any supporting documentation, and submit the package byMarch 1.

LEVEL 1: ENTREPRENEUR LEVEL—This award focuses on basic business skills,introduction to community service, and FBLA-Middle Level involvement at the locallevel; entries are certified by the local chapter adviser. Entries must be submitted to thenational center. Pins will be sent to the local chapter adviser so that they can beawarded at a local awards ceremony or local FBLA-Middle Level event. An entry formand supporting documentation are required for this award.

LEVEL 2: BUSINESS LEVEL—Certified by the local chapter adviser. This awardfocuses on chapter activities, intermediate business skills, and leadership in thecommunity. Entries must be submitted to the national center. Pins will be sent to thelocal chapter adviser for presentation at a local awards ceremony or local FBLA MiddleLevel event. An entry form and supporting documentation are required for this award.

LEVEL 3: ENTERPRISE LEVEL—Certified by the local chapter adviser. This awardfocuses on chapter and leadership activities, advanced business skills, and communityand school leadership. All documentation must be submitted to the national center.Names of qualifying students and pins will be sent to the state chairman/adviser so thatawards can be presented at the district or the state leadership conference, if desired.

All entries become the property of FBLA-PBL, Inc., and will not be returned. FBLA-PBL,Inc. reserves the right to use submitted materials for its national publications.

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Contact Us

Executive Board

State AdviserPat Itter

pitter@scfbla.org

State Officers' AdviserRita Beard

rbeard@scfbla.org

State Fall Rally DirectorPeggy Bozard

pbozard@scfbla.org

District I DirectorAngie Dover

adover@laurens55.k12.sc.us

District II DirectorTracy Wilbur

twilbur@scfbla.org

District III DirectorGwen Floyd

gfloyd@scfbla.org

District IV DirectorAngela Childs-Kindred

Angela_Childs-Kindred@charleston.k12.sc.u

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State Officer Team

PresidentForrest Holloman

National Ford High SchoolForrest@scfbla.org

District I Vice PresidentAshley Jackson

Floyd D. Johnson TechnologyCenter

Ashley@scfbla.org

District II Vice PresidentHannah Reese

North Augusta High SchoolHannah@scfbla.org

District III Vice PresidentWallace Moore

Creek Bridge High SchoolWallace@scfbla.org

District IV Vice PresidentJamel Dingle

Cross High SchoolJamel@scfbla.org

SecretaryHunter Harley

Lexington Technology CenterHunter@scfbla.org

HistorianJasmine Chatman

Lakewood High SchoolJasmine@scfbla.org

ParliamentarianHenry Shuford

North Augusta High SchoolHenry@scfbla.org