Mena FCCLA Travel to UCA

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The Mena FCCLA chapter traveled to the University of Central Arkansas in Conway, Arkansas on March 31, for the State Leadership Conference. Members/Advisors in attendance were Carissa Gordon, Leea Carver, and Mrs. Kristi Wilson. The Arkansas Rice Depot was on site and MHS, as well as other schools, donated diapers and non-perishable food to the Depot.

At the Leadership Conference fellow FCCLA members and advisors from across the state were honored for their efforts to better their communities and make a difference in their schools. FCCLA scholarships and Adult Awards and Achievements were given to students and adults who went above and beyond their call of duty for the betterment of FCCLA.

The keynote speaker for the conference was Mrs. Harriet Turk, whose message was appropriately titled, “Just Get Up and Move.” Her spark, charisma, and overall optimism left the students and adults in attendance with a positive attitude and outlook on their futures. Her core message was, “This ain’t yo dream!” which she cleverly elaborated on by stating that in order to achieve success and follow your dreams you mustn’t let anyone bring you down or try to belittle you and always stay true to you. Overall, it was a very positive leadership conference for those in attendance. Members also toured the University of Central Arkansas campus and enjoyed lunch at Za Za’s located at Hendrix Village.

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