Why Future Business Leaders of America?
The goal of FBLA is to develop competent, aggressive business leadership in our members by strengthening their self-confidence and their work ethic. In addition, FBLA cultivates interest in and understanding of American business enterprise by development of individual projects that contribute to the improvement of home, business, and community. Membership in FBLA facilitates the transition from high school to secondary education and/or work. FBLA Creed
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From your TCCHS Head Adviser, Mr. Haskin:
“I wish I would have joined sooner!” are the toughest words I hear from my graduating FBLA seniors each year. My name is Mr. Haskin and I have been working with TCCHS FBLA for nearly 20 years now. I have the privilege of being joined by Ms. Miranda, Mr. Thompson, and now Ms. Wilson who are amazing advisers and the backbone of this award winning chapter...yes, award winning! Our FBLA chapter is possibly the most decorated team/organization at TCCHS winning the RLC Sweepstakes (Region) 11 years in a row (since its inception), over one hundred state medalists and champions, and multiple National/International medalists in numerous events. Our officer team is challenged each year to make TCCHS FBLA a place where every student feels accepted, challenged, and part of the family. The thing I am probably most proud our with our chapter is the diversity of our members. From the quarterback of the football team, to band members, to valedictorians and salutatorians, to the starting goalkeeper of the soccer team, to drama/stage stars, to some of the most creative kids in the school...TCCHS FBLA brings together kids from all walks of life under one banner. You do not have to be the smartest kid in the school to succeed in FBLA, you just have to be willing to work hard. FBLA competition does meet the MERIT guidelines for academic competitions. What makes a great leader is his or her ability to inspire others to reach a common goal. Through FBLA, you can become such a leader as well as a role model to those around you. FBLA is full of inspirational figures who work hard to ensure students get the most out of FBLA and emerge as better leaders as well as better individuals. Eventually, you can become a leader yourself, inspiring others to join and helping others connect, explore, discover and achieve. As a leader, you can assist in implementing additional programs to improve a member's experience in FBLA and help him or her get the most out of it. As a leader, you can share your experiences and make a difference in the lives of many more students by preparing them for and helping them attain their desired future careers. As a leader, you can inspire others to follow your example in community service, leadership, passion and hard work. FBLA is an organization through which these five elements can carry on throughout your life and career. The connections you make through FBLA can last a lifetime and may even help you in your future business endeavors. The topics you explore can be revisited to an even greater depth as a career or skill set. The discoveries you make about your passions and interests can prepare you for your future and help you determine your future goals. The achievements you obtain hold value that can attest to your character and mastery of important business techniques. The legacy you leave behind inspires others to connect,explore, discover, and achieve just as you have. FBLA serves as the perfect platform from which to build yourself upon and emerge as an improved individual and a quality business leader. |