Program of Work
2024-2025 WAO FCCLA Program of Work
At WAO FCCLA, there are many opportunities provided to promote personal growth!
FCCLA Purposes
WAO FCCLA’s program of work reflects many FCCLA purposes including:
Purpose 1 - To provide opportunities for personal development and preparation for adult life.
Events such as STAR Event work time, Fall Rally, Fall Leadership Summit, State Conference, Leadership Camp, and National Leadership Conference allow members to develop personal skills.
Purpose 3 - To encourage democracy through cooperative action in the home and community.
Events such as Chapter Meeting, Christmas Bake Sale, Book Drive, French Fry Feed, Bake Sale at Musical, and Parade Float encourage members to work together and stay involved within the chapter.
Purpose 4 - To encourage individual and group involvement in helping achieve global cooperation and harmony.
Service projects like the Book Drive promote service and help members understand the importance of helping others.
Purpose 6 - To provide opportunities for making decisions and for assuming responsibilities.
Events such as Chapter Meetings, the State Conference, National Leadership Conference, and the Program of Work Meeting give members the change to assume roles and run for office positions.
Leadership
Leadership is very important to WAO FCCLA. Events such as Chapter Meetings, the Fall Rally, the Fall Leadership Summit, the State Conference, Leadership Camp, and the National Leadership Conference allow members to be a leader on the chapter, area, state, and national level.
Management
To successfully run a chapter, members need to have good management skills. There are many opportunities for members to gain management skills such as STAR Event Work Time, Chapter Meetings, the Mid-Winter Meeting, FCCLA Week, the State Conference, the National Leadership Conference, and all fundraisers.
Communication
Members can grow their communication skills through any event that FCCLA offers. Competing in STAR Events and running for officer are specific ways to grow your communication skills.
September 2024:
STAR Event Work Time:
Each Wednesday of the month, members have allotted time to work with our advisor on their STAR Event projects.
Chapter Meeting:
Every third Wednesday of the month, WAO FCCLA members meet to discuss old business, new business, and anything else pertaining to the meeting. At this particular meeting, members were reminded of new policies in place, reviewed the Program of Work for the year, discussed chapter t-shirts and pins, and signed up for the Northern Fall Rally and Fall Summit.
Hot Cocoa at Football Games:
Members sell hot cocoa and hot apple cider as a fundraiser during two home football games.
Italian Dunkers at Volleyball Games:
Members sell italian dunkers, hot cocoa, and hot apple cider as a fundraiser during two home volleyball games.
October 2024:
STAR Event Work Time:
Each Wednesday of the month, members have allotted time to work with our advisor on their STAR Event projects.
Chapter Meeting:
Every third Wednesday of the month, WAO FCCLA members meet to discuss old business, new business, and anything else pertaining to the meeting. At this particular meeting, members were reminded of policies, voted for chapter t-shirt and pin designs, and were introduced to the Little Caesars fundraiser.
Northern Area Fall Rally:
At the Fall Rally, members-as well as interested students-attend workshops about running for office, community service, and more. These workshops were led by Northern Area officers Bethanie VonEnde and Emily Burkel, WAO chapter officer Rachel Wimpfheimer, and State officer Macey Novacek.
Little Caesars Fundraiser:
Members sell Little Caesars pizza kits during the month of October.
Field to Fork:
Chapter members, Rachel and Ava sell hot meals to local farmers as their STAR Event.
Hot Cocoa at Football Game:
Members sell hot cocoa and hot apple cider as a fundraiser during a home football game for fans.
November 2024:
STAR Event Work Time:
Members get together to work on their STAR Events.
Chapter Meeting:
Every third Wednesday of the month, WAO FCCLA members meet to discuss old business, new business, and anything else pertaining to the meeting. At this particular meeting, members signed up to help serve food at Pony Pride Night, planned days for baking for the Christmas Bake Sale, were introduced to the Mid-Winter STAR Event competition, and discussed Friendsgiving.
Fall Summit:
WAO FCCLA members join 130 other MN FCCLA members from across the state. Members participate in service projects, attend workshops, and learn about various STAR Events with skits performed by peers.
Serve Food at Pony Pride Night:
A handful of members help serve food as a service project and fundraiser to community members during the Pony Pride Night held at the WAO High School.
December 2024:
Christmas Bake Sale:
Members make baked goods to sell at the Elementary and High School Christmas concert.
Chapter Meeting:
Every third Wednesday of the month, WAO FCCLA members meet to discuss old business, new business, and anything else pertaining to the meeting. At this particular meeting, members discussed future fundraisers, were told details about the Mid-Winter Competition, completed their online submission forms, and filled out their STAR Event Progress Reports.
January 2025:
Chapter Meeting:
Every third Wednesday of the month, WAO FCCLA members meet to discuss old business, new business, and anything else pertaining to the meeting. At this particular meeting, members decided on a fundraiser to do in the future, signed up to partake in National Program Awards, and were given chapter t-shirts.
Mid-Winter STAR Event Competition:
9 members compete at the Mid-Winter Meeting in Karlstad, MN. Members also participate in a service project to make Valentine’s Day cards for veterans.
Tea Kit Fundraiser:
Members sold energy tea kits from a local business.
February 2025:
Tea Kit Fundraiser:
Members sell energy tea kits from a local business.
FCCLA Week:
Members decorate a hallway in the school themed to the MN State theme “Sail Away with FCCLA” and hold various activities for WAO students to participate in.
Book Drive:
During FCCLA Week, members collect books from students and faculty and donate them to a Ronald McDonald House.
Chapter Meeting:
Every third Wednesday of the month, WAO FCCLA members meet to discuss old business, new business, and anything else pertaining to the meeting.
March 2025:
French Fry Feed:
As the biggest fundraiser the chapter does, members sell french fries and other various food items to families during the Pony Booster Elementary Basketball Tournament.
STAR Event Work Time:
Each Wednesday of the month, members have allotted time to work with our advisor on their STAR Event projects.
Chapter Meeting:
Every third Wednesday of the month, WAO FCCLA members meet to discuss old business, new business, and anything else pertaining to the meeting.
MN FCCLA State Conference:
Members attend and compete at the 2025 MN State Conference. They are able to expand their leadership skills by attending workshops, sessions, and meeting countless new people.
April 2025:
Letters to Family & Friends:
Members who qualify for the National Leadership Conference for their STAR Events send letters to family and friends asking for small donations to help fund their leadership experience.
OttisSpunkmeyer Cookie Dough Fundraiser:
Members sell cookie dough to the community.
STAR Event Work Time:
Each Wednesday of the month, members have allotted time to work with our advisor on their STAR Event projects.
Chapter Meeting:
Every third Wednesday of the month, WAO FCCLA members meet to discuss old business, new business, and anything else pertaining to the meeting.
Spring Bake Sale:
Members bake and sell Mary Poppins-themed baked goods during the two performances of the musical.
Princess Party:
Members do crafts, play games, and more with elementary kids.
Glow In The Dark Easter Egg Hunt:
As a fun event for all members, they go to a local park and find hidden easter eggs.
May 2025:
STAR Event Work Time:
Each Wednesday of the month, members have allotted time to work with our advisor on their STAR Event projects.
Chapter Meeting:
Every third Wednesday of the month, WAO FCCLA members meet to discuss old business, new business, and anything else pertaining to the meeting.
Taco In A Bag at Track Meet:
Members sell taco in a bag at a home track meet.
June 2025:
Leadership Camp:
Members attend the MN FCCLA Leadership Camp to strengthen leadership skills and make connections throughout MN FCCLA.
July 2025:
National Leadership Conference:
Members travel to Orlando, Florida to compete in STAR Events. At the conference, they gain leadership skills and attend workshops.
Clean Fairgrounds:
Members help clean the Marshall County Fairgrounds before the annual fair begins.
Parade Float:
WAO FCCLA make a parade float each year for the Marshall County Parade.
August 2025:
Program of Work Meeting:
Chapter Officers meet before the school year starts to plan events for the year.