1. Cathy Parks and Donna Robison
Go For the Gold
Cathy Parks and Donna Robison

2. Developing a STAR Event
The purpose of STAR Events is to:
Learn
To Gain Recognition
To Show “what you know” to various audiences

3. Steps for Developing a Successful STAR Event Project
Read and reread the rules for the contest!
Concentrate on the Evaluation Rubric!
To receive the Maximum points, what will you need to DO to develop the project?

4. Using the Rubric

5. FCCLA Rubric
Highlight important details and parts that you must include in your STAR Event
To the right is an example of what to look for when you closely examine your STAR Events rubric.

6. FCCLA Rubric
Don’t settle! Always read the column on your category's rubric for the highest points.
STAR Event Check List:
Include everything requested in the order listed
Focus on the maximum points column

7. FCCLA Rubric
Check the national website to see if the rubric has been updated.
Use resources whenever there is a question.
Resources include:
FCCLA State website
FCCLA National website
State Adviser
Alumni FCCLA Members

8. FCCLA Planning Process MUST include for all Events Identify Concern:
Begin with statistic(s) that support the concern, and
Build projects that fit the concern and relate to the curriculum.
Set a Goal:
Be sure the goal links to the concern,
Set a specific measurable goal, and
Tie in FACS standards and National Programs.

9. FCCLA Planning Process Form a Plan:
Decide Who, What, When, Where and How the project should be accomplished.
Act:
Completely detail the accomplished plan of action.
Follow Up:
Evaluate the success of the project using a pre- and post-survey,
Publicize, publicize, publicize!

10. Portfolio Tips

11. Tips and Tricks for Portfolios
Only use the Official FCCLA binder.
All pages must fit in dimensions of cover.
Choose a theme to incorporate throughout book.
Pages are to be one-sided only.
Page numbering and division tabs are helpful.
Non-glare cover pages add a sleek and professional look.
Review rubrics for decorative restrictions.

12. Electronic Portfolio
Use PowerPoint, Prezi, or other electronic format.
Must provide technology to show evaluators the project.
Maximum number of slides vary with category.
Once an entry is submitted, it cannot be changed to a hard copy portfolio for presentation.

13. Portfolio Tips and Tricks
Divider pages and slides cannot have content.
Incorporate & use during presentation.
Have others proofread for grammar and spelling.
Refer to rubrics for specific project details.

14. Display Tips

15. The Best Displays Are: Professional Good quality images
Neatly laid out
Colorful
Stick to the topic
Easy to follow
Headings used to organize information
Logical order
Easy to read
Simple font (Times, Arial, Comic Sans)
Large text (18 – 36pt)

16. Adequate vs Excellent

17. Background information
General Layout
Title
Results
Background information
Your main topic
Section Title

18. Visuals
Make sure all words are spelled correctly and ask several people to proofread it.
Visual must be used during the presentation.

19. Oral Presentation Tips

20. Oral Presentation Tips
Attention grabbing opening is vital.
Incorporate the planning process.
Organize the speech according to the rubric categories.
Conclusion should tie into the opening statement.

21. Practice, Practice, Practice
Students need to practice early and often.
Go through the presentation at least twice a day.
Enlist a wide variety of audiences.
Encourage students to practice in front of a mirror.
Video the student.

22. Insider Tips

23. Know the National Programs and the Purposes
Students need to be prepared for judges to ask about FCCLA Purposes or National Program and how they related to the project.

27. Insider Tips
Utilize media personalities for judges to get exposure of chapter projects.
Get rid of note cards.
In portfolios, highlight any rubric topic so judges can quickly locate information.
Highlight FCCLA purposes and FACS standards.
Consider student personalities when organizing teams.
Recycle non-placing projects.

28. Links www.fcclainc.org www.okfccla.org www.ctyou.org
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Presenter Contact Information:
Donna Robison –
Cathy Parks –