Alexander High School FBLA

Alexander High School FBLA Handbook 2010-2011Advisors:Mrs. Hickman and Mrs. Jeffcoat1FBLA-PBL Mission StatementOur mission is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs.2FBLA-PBL CreedI believe education is the right of every person.I believe the future depends on mutual understanding and cooperation among business, industry, labor, religious, family and education institutions, aw well as people around the world. I agree to do my utmost to bring about understanding and cooperation among all of these groups.3Creed ContinuedI believe every person should prepare for a useful occupation and carry on that occupation in a manner that brings the greatest good to the greatest number.I believe every person should actively work toward improving social, political, community and family life.I believe every person has the right to earn a living at a useful occupation.4Creed ContinuedI believe every person should take responsibility for carrying out assigned tasks in a manner that brings credit to self, associates, school and community.I believe I have the responsibility to work efficiently and to think clearly. I promise to use my abilities to make the world a better place for everyone.5FBLA-PBL PledgeI solemnly promise to uphold the aims and responsibilities of Future Business Leaders of America and as and active member I shall strive to develop the qualities necessary in becoming a responsible business leader.6FBLA-PBL GoalsDevelop competent, aggressive business leadershipStrengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work.Create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise.Encourage members in the development of individual projects which contribute to the improvement of home, business, community.Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism.Encourage and practice efficient money managementEncourage scholarship and promote school loyaltyAssist students in the establishment of occupational goalsFacilitate the transition from school to work.7FBLA Code of EthicsI will be honest and sincere.I will approach each task with confidence in my ability to perform my work at a high standard.I will willingly accept responsibilities and duties.I will seek to profit from my mistakes and take suggestions and criticisms directed toward the improvement of myself and my workI will abide by the rules and regulations of my school.I will exercise initiative and responsibility and will cooperate with my employer and fellow workers.I will dress and act in a manner that will bring respect to me and to my school.I will seek to improve my community by contributing my efforts and my resources to worthwhile projects.8Georgia FBLA InformationState ThemeTransforming TomorrowNational ThemeBreaking BarriersState ProjectDollar $en$e9DuesMembership without a T-shirt: $20Membership with a T-shirt: $25 (This offer is only good thru September 10, 2010)The last day to join FBLA in order to compete at region competition is September 30, 2010.

10FBLA Community Service ProjectsMarch of DimesRelay for LifeStill open to suggestions!11Planning is still in progressPlanning of fundraisers, school service projects, socials, and community service projects are still being planned.Please watch the AHS FBLA web site for updates!12FBLA Business Achievement AwardsThe Business Achievement Awards Program recognizes four levels of leadership achievement, each consisting of business, education, and leadership elements. This program recognizes a members participation in FBLA conferences, programs, and partnerships, as well as activities integrated into business classroom activities. Each time you complete a level, you will receive special lapel pins, certificates of recognition, and special recognition ribbons at FBLA conferences as well as 100 points towards your graduation stole. Remember Business Achievement Awards are due by March 1, 2010.13Fall Motivational RallyFirst FBLA field-trip of the year.Will take place at Perry State FairThursday, October 14The estimated cost of this trip is $50 but this price is subject to change due to the cost of the bus.Look at the calendar for sign-up deadline!14Fall Leadership ConferenceAthens Classic Center @ UGANovember 12-13Registration: $45Hotel cost is TBAThis is for officers and future officers15Fall Leadership Conference activitiesExciting workshopsMONOPOLY TournamentScholarship BasketsMeeting other FBLA members from around the state of Georgia!16Region Leadership Conference(region competition)All regions competitive events have a $20 registration fee per event.There are three categories of competition:PerformanceSkillsOnlineStudents may compete in more that one event. Registration Deadline with Mrs. Hickman for Region Competition is October 18, 2009

17Region Leadership Conference(Region level Performance competition)This testing will begin January 13-31These dates are for students competing in performance events only.AHS performance testing date will take place sometime during the above dates. The exact date a location is TBA.18Region Leadership ConferencePerformance EventsPerformance Events include:Business Ethics (Team event 2-3 students)Business Presentation (Team event 2-3 students)Client Services (Individual)Emerging Business Issues (Team event 2-3 students)Impromptu Speaking (Individual)Job Interview (Individual)Public Speaking I (Individual)Public Speaking II (Individual)

19Region Leadership Conference Skills TestingSkills Testing will be Held at AHSMonday December 6, 2010These events include:Accounting IIComputer ApplicationDatabase Design and ApplicationDesktop Publishing (team event of 2 students)Spreadsheet ApplicationsWord Processing I (9th-10th Grade Only)20Region Leadership Conference Online TestingHeld at AHS Monday January 10, 2010Events include:Accounting IBusiness CalculationsBusiness CommunicationsBusiness Math(9th-10th grade only)EconomicsFuture Business LeaderIntroduction to Business Communications (9th-10th grade only)21Online Region Events ContinuedIntroduction to Technology Concepts (9th-10th grade only)Personal Finance

22State Leadership ConferenceState Level CompetitionRegistration for each event is $70Deadline to sign-up and pay to Mrs. Hickman is February 1, 2011Will be held at the Hyatt Regency AtlantaMarch 18-19, 2009Hotel cost is TBA23State Leadership Conference Online events Testing will be help at AHS Monday March 7, 2011Online events include:Banking and Financial Systems (Team of 2-3 students also a presentation part)Business LawBusiness ProceduresComputer Problem SolvingCyber SecurityEntrepreneurship (Team of 2-3 students also a presentation part) FBLA Principles and ProceduresGlobal Business (Team of 2-3 students also a presentation part)

24State Leadership Conference Online Events ContinuedHelp Desk (also a presentation part)Introduction to Business (9th-10th grade only)Introduction to Parliamentary Procedures (9th-10th grade only)Management Decision Making (Team of 2-3 students also with presentation part)Management Information Systems (Team of 2-3 students also with presentation part)MarketingNet work Design (Team of 2-3 students also with presentation part)25State Leadership Conference Online Events ContinuedNetworking ConceptsParliamentary Procedures (Team of 4-5 students also with a presentation part)Sports Management Technology Concepts

26State Leadership ConferenceAll events that have a presentation part will be performed at the Hyatt Regency during the conference.27Georgia FBLA Official DressApplies to competitors in Business EthicsBusiness PresentationClient ServicesEmerging Business IssuesFuture Business LeaderImpromptu SpeakingPublic Speaking IPublic Speaking IIJob Interview28Georgia FBLA Official DressMalesNavy suit or navy blazer/khaki slacksFBLA PatchBlue FBLA TieWhite button-up shirtDress SocksDress ShoesFemalesNavy suit or navy blazer/khaki slacks or skirtFBLA patchWhite dress shirt or shellDress Shoes29CommunicationsPlease look at the FBLA link on AHS Web Site for updates and announcements.Members please listen to morning announcements for updates and look at the web site.Please e-mail me at pamela.hickman@douglas.k12.ga.us You can also follow the Georgia FBLA on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/georgiafbla 30