FCCLA - Programs


Showcase of Student Work
Organizing a Family and Consumer Science Showcase is a great way to inform the community of what students are learning in your classroom. The purpose of the Family and Consumer Science Showcase program is to: Publicize your local program. Show parents and community members how students can meet graduation standards in FACS classes. Provide students that opportunity to display their work, take pride in it and receive recognition. Involve students in a State Showcase to receive recognition.
What do I gain as a teacher? You gain… Recognition for your Family and Consumer Science program and curriculum. Publicity for your efforts. More support from the community and parents because they gain a better understanding of the material you teach.	What do my students gain? Students gain… Opportunity to present their work to outside audiences. Recognition for work they completed in the classroom. Development of their organizational skills. Enhancement of communication skills. Network with peers interested in the field. Cultivation of imagination and creative thought.
Overview The FACS Showcase is designed to be similar to a Science Fair. Students have a table to display their work, the community can view it, and the students are evaluated at the booth. At the end of the evening, you present awards to participants.
Example Learning Areas Learning areas to include in a Family and Consumer Science Showcase are:
Senior High Level Nutrition Career Investigation Personal & Family Resource Management Community Interaction Housing Independent Living Other	Junior High Level Child Development/Babysitting Inquiry Nutrition Self Awareness Safety Other
Awards Teachers can purchase recognition materials. All students participating can receive a Participation Certificate. In addition, the top project can receive a medal and advance to a state Showcase. For more information contact MN Family, Career and Community Leaders at info@fccla.umn.edu.