Students Represent Salisbury at FCCLA National Leadership Conference
Luke Britt and Brylee Wallace, members of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Chapter at Salisbury Junior High School recently competed at the FCCLA National Leadership Conference (NLC) held in Orlando, FL from July 5-July 9, 2025. The conference welcomed thousands of students from across the nation for a week of competition, leadership development, and career exploration. They were accompanied by their adviser, Lindsay Ostermann
The National Leadership Conference brought together thousands of student leaders from across the country to compete in Students Taking Action with Recognition (STAR) Events, attend leadership workshops, and network with other FCCLA members. Luke represented Missouri in the Job Interview event, earning a gold medal, and being named the National winner.
Brylee represented Missouri in the Career Investigation event and earning a bronze medal.
The National Leadership Conference provide Luke and Brylee with a dynamic experience that strengthened leadership skills, built career readiness, and encouraged meaningful connections with peers nationwide. Through competitive events, workshops, and networking opportunities, they gained valuable insight into future career paths and the power of youth-led impact. Luke and Brylee look forward to applying these experiences to future leadership roles, continued involvement in FCCLA, and creating positive change in their school and community.
About FCCLA
Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a dynamic and effective student-led nation-based organization supporting youth on their journey to become the leaders of tomorrow and helping them address important personal, family, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences education. FCCLA has over 240,000 members and more than 5,200 chapters across the nation.
FCCLA: The Ultimate Leadership Experience is unique among youth organizations because its programs are planned and run by members. It is the only career and technical intracurricular student organization with a central focus on careers that support families. Participation in national FCCLA programs and chapter activities aids members in becoming strong leaders in their families, careers, and communities.
