Orlando, FL – WAHS Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) chapter members attended workshops to further develop their leadership skills, learned about additional ways to provide outreach to the community, networked with FCCLA members from across the nation, and participated in national competitions during STAR Events (Students Taking Action with Recognition) while attending the 2025 FCCLA National Leadership Conference on Saturday, July 5th through Wednesday, July 9th.

The following students attended the FCCLA National Leadership Conference in Orlando: 

Jewel Dickerman* - Gold Medalist at the Pennsylvania State Leadership Conference & National Team Member in Professional Presentation

Laila Golshirazi, Emily Jensen, & Vivian Yetter - Gold Medalists at the Pennsylvania State Leadership Conference & National Team Members in Sustainability Challenge

Soleil Wright** - Gold Medalist at the Pennsylvania State Leadership Conference & National Team Member in Sports Nutrition

Nina Duprey* - Silver Medalist at the Pennsylvania State Leadership Conference & National Team Member in Teach and Train

Addison Kilpatrick Olivo - Silver Medalist at the Pennsylvania State Leadership Conference & National Team Member in Repurpose & Redesign

*Childcare CTE

**Culinary CTE

Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a dynamic and effective national Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) which has leadership and career development as primary focuses.  Students learn effective communication, team building, and problem-solving skills to promote personal growth, leadership, and career and professional development.  FCCLA also provides numerous opportunities for members to socialize with peers to help them feel more connected in school and the community. 

FCCLA National Team Members were chaperoned at the National Leadership Conference by Dr. Jamie Mason-Clark and Mrs. Susan Sullum, co-advisors for the club.

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