Students Represent Anna High School at FCCLA National Leadership Conference
Members of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Chapter at Anna High School recently competed at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC) held in Orlando, FL from July 5-July 9, 2025. The conference welcomed thousands of students from across the nation for a week of competition, leadership development, and career exploration.
The National Leadership Conference brought together thousands of student leaders from across the country to compete in Students Taking Action with Recognition (STAR) Events, attend leadership workshops, and network with other FCCLA members. Ashley Gehret, Amber Leopold, Meredith Poppe, Katelyn Hoelscher, Alivia Meyer, and Cora Heitman represented Anna High School well. Ashley Gehret received top 10 in the Nation!
The National Leadership Conference provided students with a dynamic experiences that strengthened leadership skills, built career readiness, and encouraged meaningful connections with peers nationwide. Through competitive events, workshops, and networking opportunities, [he/she/they] gained valuable insight into future career paths and the power of youth-led impact. These students look forward to applying these experiences to future leadership roles, continued involvement in FCCLA, and creating positive change in the school and community.
About FCCLA
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a dynamic and effective student-led nation-based organization supporting youth on their journey to become the leaders of tomorrow and helping them address important personal, family, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences education. FCCLA has over 240,000 members and more than 5,200 chapters across the nation. FCCLA: The Ultimate Leadership Experience is unique among youth organizations because its programs are planned and run by members. It is the only career and technical co-curricular student organization with a central focus on careers that support families. Participation in national FCCLA programs and chapter activities aids members in becoming strong leaders in their families, careers, and communities.