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Bethany Janssen, Abigail Allen and Jill Curry at National Leadership Conference in San Diego

SAN DIEGO – New Ulm’s Bethany Janssen, Abigail Allen and Jill Curry joined more than 8,500 FCCLA student leaders, members, and advisers at the San Diego Convention Center in San Diego, Calif., on July 3-7 to participate in the annual FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC).

The conference provided New Ulm students opportunities to come together for energizing learning while listening to inspiring speakers, expanding leadership skills, sharpening talents, and exploring career pathways. The theme of this year’s conference was “Empowered”, which inspired attendees to make the right choices and commit themselves to making a positive impact within their families, schools, FCCLA, and communities.

“Our National Leadership Conference was a great success this year, with a record-setting attendance of over 8,500 members, advisers, partners and guests. During the past week we’ve watched thousands of students come together and realize their full potential through competition, career training, and workshops. The relationships developed and training experienced during this conference have empowered students to go into their schools and communities and make a difference, bringing with them the values and passions FCCLA brings to our members,” said Sandy Spavone, executive director of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.

Bethany and Abigail from New Ulm participated in one of 30 Family and Consumer Sciences related competitive events offered at NLC, including STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) Events and the FCCLA/LifeSmarts Knowledge Bowl. These events support foundational, leadership, and workplace skills in areas such as advocacy, culinary arts, and entrepreneurship. Competing with over 4,500 STAR Event participants in San Diego, Abigail received a Sliver Rating in her event, Chapter Service Display which explained the New Ulm FCCLA chapter’s involvement in raising money for the Santa’s Closet program at the High School. Bethany achieved a Bronze Rating in her event Advocacy which explained the New Ulm FCCLA involvement in the Safe Routes to Schools program.

Bethany also attend the Leadership Academy and State Officer training for her year as a State FCCLA officer. Jill Curry, adviser was chaosen to participate in the Adviser to Adviser program which will include her involvement in training advisers across the State of Minnesota this year.

About FCCLA

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), is a dynamic and effective national student organization that helps young men and women become leaders and address important personal, family, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences education. FCCLA has more than 160,000 members and more than 5,400 chapters from 48 state associations, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.

FCCLA: The Ultimate Leadership Experience is unique among youth organizations because its programs are planned and run by members, and it’s the only career and technical in-school student organization with a central focus on family. Participation in national programs and chapter activities helps members become strong leaders in families, careers, and communities.

Lafayette Legion Aux Post 300 hosts meal

LAFAYETTE – The Lafayette American Legion Auxiliary Post 300 will host an event on Friday July 22, from 5 to 7:30 p.m.

The menu will include: Taco in a bag, hot dogs with chips, ice cream floats, coffee and lemonade.

The event will be held at the Lafayette Community Center.

NUHS Class of 1976 – 40 Year Reunion.

NEW ULM -?The New Ulm High School Calssof 1976 will hold its 40th year reunion o Friday, Aug 5, from 7 to 11 p.m. at Herman Heights, Shelter number one. Bring your own beverage and a snack to share.

The reunion will continue on Saturday, Aug 6, 8-11p.m. at Searles Bar & Grill. Music by FunDay DJ. All classes are welcome.

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