Miami students attend FCCLA convention in Florida...

Makayla Fuqua and Jaclyn Crawford

On July 6th two students from Miami R-1 boarded a plane for Orlando, Florida in hope of earning gold medals at the National Family Career and Community Leadership Convention. Makayla Fuqua and Jaclyn Crawford represented the Miami R-1 FCCLA Chapter during the meetings and competed in the STAR Events competition. 

During the convention the girls met other FCCLA chapter member from all over the country. They also attended several workshops over leadership and increasing membership. The girls also competed in the STAR events. Makayla Fuqua competed in the Senior category of Environmental Ambassador and earned a gold medal. Jaclyn Crawford competed at the Junior level in the Nutrition and Wellness category and earned a silver medal. 

Both of these young ladies worked all year on their projects and had to earn gold medals along with the top scores at the regional and state levels to earn a spot at the national level. Being able to reach the national level is very large accomplishment that takes dedication and perseverance. 

We would like to thank all of our sponsors who made it possible for us to attend this conference and our school and community for all their support. We are so very proud of both of these young ladies and are looking forward to the upcoming school year. - Shannon Crawford

Makayla Fuqua as Kermit the Frog