1. FCCLA STAR Events Nebraska 2015-16

2. Students Taking Action with Recognition  STAR in Nebraska is divided into two major categories:  Nebraska STAR – events at the District and State levels  National STAR – events at the District, State and National levels  Two Divisions; Jr. High (7-9) and Sr. High (10-12) **All STAR events use the FCCLA Planning Process.** Complete rules can be found at the state (www.nebraskafccla.org) and national (fcclainc.org) websites.

3. Nebraska STAR Can advance to State, but does not go on to Nationals. 1-3 participants in the presentation events. Very similar to Illustrated Talk national event. Consumer Issues – Jr. High (7-9 grades) only Money issues, buying, related to Financial Fitness Family Challenges and Issues – Jr. and Sr. High Relationships, related to Families First Health and Wellness – Jr. and Sr. High Emotional and physical well being, related to Student Body

4. Nebraska STAR Parliamentary Procedure Written Test - Jr. High only A test based on your knowledge of parliamentary procedure. 2 from each district advance to state – no one advances to nationals.

5. 5 National STAR Events are divided into four categories: Foundational Events - These events, which build basic leadership and life skills, are for FCCLA members who want to get involved and improve themselves. Leadership Events - These events provide an opportunity for leaders to gain recognition for their work in their chapters. Career Preparation - These events are for students interested in a specific career area. Most events are for senior participants who have spent time building career specific skills and knowledge, but a few are open to junior participants who want to explore a specific career path. Online Events - These have two participation levels. In Level 1, participants submit their online, digital project for evaluation. In Level 2, the highest scoring entries are invited to compete at the national conference.

6. National STAR  Advocacy – Jr. and Sr. High divisions in Nebraska – Two will advance to nationals in each division  1-3 participants  Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and ability to actively identify a local, state, or national concern, research the topic, identify a target audience and potential partnerships, form an action plan, and advocate for the issue in an effort to positively affect a policy or law.  Prepare a portfolio and oral presentation no longer than 10 minutes and case study.

7. National STAR  Applied Math for Culinary Management – Sr. High only – Two will advance to nationals.  1-3 participants  Use FACS skills to demonstrate the application of mathematical concepts in the culinary arts industry.  File folder, Oral Presentation no longer than 5 minutes, and visuals. Participants take an applied math test and respond to a case study.

8. National STAR  Career Investigation – Jr. and Sr. High Divisions – Two will advance to nationals from each division.  An individual event  Perform self-assessments, research and explore a career, set career goals, create a plan for achieving goals and present information.  Includes a portfolio and an oral presentation limited to 10 minutes

9. National STAR  Chapter Service – Jr. and Sr. High divisions in BOTH Display and Portfolio – Two will advance to nationals in all divisions.  1-3 participants  Develop and implement an in-depth service project that makes a worthwhile contribution to families, schools and communities. Uses FACS skills to address and take action on a community need.  Prepare a portfolio or display and an oral presentation no longer than 10 minutes.

10. National STAR  Chapter in Review – Jr. and Sr. High divisions in BOTH portfolio and display – Two advance to nationals in all divisions.  1-3 participants  Recognizes chapters that develop and implement a well-balanced program of work and promotes FCCLA and FACS to the community.  Prepare a portfolio or display and an oral presentation no longer than 15 minutes.

11. National STAR  Entrepreneurship – Jr. and Sr. High divisions – Two will advance to nationals in both divisions.  1-3 participants  Develop a plan for a small business using FACS skills and knowledge of sound business practices. The business must relate to FACS but does not actually have to be implemented. Presentation includes a portfolio, written business plan and oral presentation no longer than 20 minutes.

12. National STAR  Environmental Ambassador – Jr. and Sr. High divisions – Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisions.  1-3 participants  Recognize environmental issue that adversely impact human health and well-being and actively empower others to get involved. Research one of the five current topics, investigate areas where you can make a difference, develop and carry out a stewardship project for your home, school, or community, and educate others about the problems, effects, and solutions.  Portfolio and oral presentation up to 15 minutes.

13. National STAR  Fashion Construction – Sr. High only – Two will advance to nationals  Individual  Apply Fashion Construction skills learned in FACS courses, and create a display using samples of their skills. Using new materials, construct in advance a garment that dresses both the upper and lower body of a child or adult. Must include at least eight fashion construction techniques.  Display, Sample Garment, Oral Presentation no longer than 5 minutes.

14. National STAR  Fashion Design – Sr. High only – Two will advance to nationals  Individual  Apply fashion design skills learned in FACS courses to design and market clothing styles. Develop a clothing label, research the intended audience, design the label’s first 6-piece collection, and construct one collection sample using an original flat pattern designed by you. Must show knowledge of all the aspects that surround design, including design basics, fabric choice, and pricing.  Portfolio, sample garment and oral presentation no longer than 10 minutes.

15. National STAR  Focus on Children – Jr. and Sr. High divisions – Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisions.  1-3 participants  Uses FACS skills to plan and conduct a child development project that has a positive impact on children and the community.  Presentation includes a display and oral report no longer than 10 minutes.

16. National STAR  Food Innovations – Jr. and Sr. High divisions – Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisions.  1-3 participants  Demonstrate knowledge of the basic concepts of food product development by creating an original prototype formula, testing the product through focus groups, and developing a marketing strategy.  Presentation includes up to a 15 minute oral speech, a display and product packaging prototype.

17. National STAR  Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation – Sr. High only – Two will advance to nationals  1-3 participants  Project must relate to culinary, lodging, recreation, tourism, or event coordination. Research existing businesses which are similar to their project, develop basic business plan and client services information and create a website that highlights the business. Demonstrate customer service knowledge and ability to problem solve through case study.  Portfolio, Oral Presentation no longer than 10 minutes, Case Study.

18. National STAR  Illustrated Talk – Jr. and Sr. High divisions – Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisions.  1-3 participants  Conduct research and make a presentation, using visuals, about issues concerning FACS.  Presentation includes a file folder, visuals and oral presentation no longer than 10 minutes.

19. National STAR  Interior Design – Sr. High division only – Two will advance to nationals.  1-3 participants  Create a floor plan, an elevation and a furniture/interior plan addressing the specifics of the design scenario.  Presentation includes a file folder, visuals and up to 15 minute oral presentation.

20. National STAR  Interpersonal Communications – Jr. and Sr. High divisions – Two will advance to nationals in both divisions.  1-3 participants  Use FACS skills to apply communication techniques developing a project designed to strengthen communication in a chosen category: community, employment, relationships, family, peer group, or school group.  Presentation includes a file folder, no longer than 5 minute oral presentation and additional oral response to a case study up to 5 minutes.

21. National STAR  Job Interview – Sr. High division only – Two will advance to nationals.  Individual event  Use FACS skills to develop a portfolio, participate in an interview and communicate a personal understand of job requirements.  Presentation includes a portfolio, completion of a job application  and an interview limited to 20 minutes. National STAR

22.  Leadership – Sr. High only – Two will advance to nationals  Individual event  Actively evaluate and grow in their leadership potential. Participants use the Student Leadership Challenge and supporting materials, to investigate their leadership ability and develop a mentorship relationship to further their leadership development.  Portfolio, Oral Presentation up to 10 minutes.

23. National STAR  Life Event Planning – Both Jr. and Sr. level divisions – Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisions.  1-3 participants  Apply knowledge and skills gained from FACS consumer education or personal finance classes to manage the costs of an event. (Moving into the dorm at college, hosting a family reunion, taking a school or personal trip.)  Prepare a portfolio and make an oral presentation no longer than 10 minutes.

24. National STAR 24  National Programs In Action – Both Jr. and Sr. level divisions – Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisions.  1-3 participants  an individual or team event, recognizes participants who explain how the Planning Process was used to plan and implement a national program project.  Prepare a portfolio and make an oral presentation no longer than 10 minutes.

25. National STAR  Nutrition and Wellness – Jr. and Sr. High divisions – Two advances to nationals in BOTH divisions  Individual event  Track food intake and physical activity for yourself, your family, or a community group and determine goals and strategies for improving overall health  Portfolio and up to a 10 minute oral presentation.

26. National STAR  Parliamentary Procedure – Sr. High division only – Two teams will advance to nationals.  4-8 participants  Develop a working knowledge of parliamentary law and demonstrate the ability to conduct an FCCLA business meeting.  Presentation includes a test of knowledge and meeting demonstration and prepare minutes no longer than 20 minutes in length.

27. National STAR  Promote and Publicize – Jr. and Sr. High divisions – Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisions  1-3 participants  Use communications skills and techniques to educate schools and communities about FCCLA with the intention of growing chapters and strengthening FACS and FCCLA programs  Portfolio, writing sample and up to a 10 minute oral presentation

28. National STAR  Recycle and Redesign – Jr. and Sr. High divisions - Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisions.  Individual event  Select a used fashion or home apparel item to recycle into a new product.  Presentation includes a display and oral presentation not to exceed 10 minutes.

29. National STAR  Sports Nutrition – Jr. and Sr. High divisions – Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisions.  1-3 participants  Prepare a sample nutrition and hydration plan based upon nutritional and energy needs of the student athlete.  Prepare a file folder and an oral presentation no longer than 15 minutes and demonstrate a method to be used by the athlete to assist with nutrition management

30. National STAR  Teach and Train – Both Jr. and Sr. High divisions. Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisionS.  Individual event  Research a career in teaching, complete a shadowing experience and prepare a complete lesson plan.  Presentation includes a portfolio, an oral presentation up to 10 minutes and a shadowing experience.

31. Online National STAR  FCCLA Chapter Website – Jr. OR Sr. High but not both. Two will advance to nationals.  1-3 participants  Use a chapter website to educate, inform, and involve members and the general public about the importance of the FACS program and the FCCLA chapter.  Top 15 will be invited to present at Nationals. No district or state level competition.

32. Online National STAR  Digital Stories For Change – Jr. and Sr. High divisions. Two will advance to nationals in BOTH divisions.  1-3 participants  Presentation includes a portfolio, an oral presentation up to 12 minutes maximum and a shadowing experience.  Top 15 will be invited to present at Nationals. No district or state level competition.

33. Competition Dates  Our District 4 STAR competition is set for Wednesday, January 20th at Twin River High School - Silver Creek campus.  State STAR competition is April 4, 2016 in Lincoln.  National STAR is July, 2015 in SanDiego, CA. Have Fun With STAR! Prepared by Virginia Whidden St. Edward FCCLA, Adviser