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“The very first time that you do a STAR Event you will be very nervous, scared, and you won't really know what to expect. Just do your very best to prepare yourself to the best of your ability. Ask your adviser, chapter officers, or more experienced FCCLA members for help. It never hurts to go the extra mile.” —Alissa Belna, Ohio FCCLA State Secretary

“Always be confident. When answering questions about your event, never say I think so or I'm pretty sure. It's always best to either say, I'm not sure on that answer, but I will be sure and look it up as soon as I can, or just answer the questions to the best of your ability.” —Cali Crissup, National Vice-President of STAR Events

“I know the thought of a STAR Event can be overwhelming at times especially with everything else there is to do in life, but participating in STAR Events is a great way for you to pursue something of your interest! Not only are you learning about a new subject but you're gaining life long skills that you will use such as: using resources, teamwork, communication, speaking, and community involvement. Don't forget that it is okay to do a STAR Event by yourself! You can do it!” —Katie Lichtblau, Minnesota FCCLA State President

 

Plotting Your Career Path (ctd.) - Employment Projections:

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) of the U.S. Department of Labor:

• Employment growth in the next seven years is projected to continue to be concentrated in the service-providing sector of the economy.  Service-providing industries will generate almost all of the employment gain from 2006 to 2016 and will provide more than three-quarters of all jobs in 2016.

• Professional and related occupations and service occupations—two major occupational groups on opposite ends of the educational and earnings ranges—are projected to grow the fastest and add the most jobs, accounting for more than 6 of 10 new jobs created over the 2006–16 decade.

• Twenty-eight of the 30 fastest growing occupations are in professional and related occupations and service occupations.

• For 19 of the 30 occupations with the largest job growth, short- or moderate-term on-the-job training are the most significant sources of postsecondary education or training. 

• For 15 of the 30 fastest growing occupations, a bachelor’s or higher degree is the most significant source of postsecondary education or training. 

• On-the-job training and work experience are the most significant source of postsecondary education or training for 24 of the 30 occupations projected to have the most total job openings due to growth and net replacements.

For specific details on the projected employment patterns, visit: www.bls.gov/news.release/ecopro.nr0.htm

 

2007/2008 National Program Award Winners:

Career Connection

Dynamic Leadership

Leaders at Work

Check back in September for 2008/2009 winners!

 

My Words: 

Advice and Tips from the FCCLA National Connection Team.

 

National FCCLA Week Poster Contest: Congratulatons to S.U. Francisco Isern Jimenez FCCLA, from Humacao, Puerto Rico, winners of the FCCLA Week poster contest!  Check out their design in the Spring chapter mailing and the January/February issue of Teen Times!  Thank you to everyone who participated in the FCCLA Week Poster Contest!  For a full list of participants…

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