Estill County High School Family, Career and Community Leaders of America

"Kentucky’s Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) members won many awards and accolades at the FCCLA 2012 National Leadership Conference.

More than 150 Kentucky FCCLA members, advisers, alumni and guests joined 6,800 others nationwide in Orlando July 8-12 for the conference. The Kentucky Delegation received a certificate for the increase in membership. The state now has 6,481 members and 138 chapters.

This year’s student-originated theme for the annual national meeting was “#realitycheck.” Throughout the five-day convention, participants examined and discussed several critical issues, including family, school and community violence prevention, physical and financial fitness, future career exploration and countless community service projects. A number of relevant youth issues, such as the changing roles of men and women in the home and workplace, leadership and obesity prevention were also explored at the meeting through presentations, workshops and youth sessions.

Over 3,600 students competed in the Students Taking Action with Recognition (STAR), which are competitive events that build proficiency and achievement in leadership and job-related skills. Eighty-six Kentucky students competed, with 43 receiving gold recognition, 39 silver and four bronze.

Winners from Estill County High School were Kayla Banks, Rebecca Edmonson and Wendy White."

- From "Citizen Voice & Times," August 23, 2012.