Brilliant Future: 27 Bulloch County Students Set for National Competitions!

Madison, USA - Exciting news coming out of Bulloch County Schools: a remarkable 27 students have qualified for national competitions across various student technical organizations this summer. These bright individuals will have the chance to showcase their skills on bigger stages as they compete at both state and national levels.

The students’ achievements stem from their participation in a robust College & Career Program, which incorporates six crucial organizations, including the National FFA Organization, SkillsUSA, and the Future Business Leaders of America. This initiative covers 35 Career Technical & Agricultural Education pathways and has established chapters in all three high schools and two middle schools throughout Bulloch County. The emphasis on hands-on experience helps prepare students for whatever comes next—whether that be enrollment in higher education, military service, or entering the workforce.

A Bright Future through FCCLA

Among the notable competitions is the National Leadership Conference of Family, Career & Community Leaders of America (FCCLA). Established in 1945, this nonprofit organization plays an instrumental role in providing Family and Consumer Sciences education for students in both public and private schools from kindergarten through to grade 12. With over 182,000 active members in more than 5,253 chapters across 48 states, including Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, FCCLA addresses various youth concerns, including nutrition, teen pregnancy, and substance abuse, fostering essential leadership skills along the way. This mission aligns perfectly with FCCLA’s central focus on strengthening the family unit in society—certainly a noble pursuit in today’s world. For more details about FCCLA, check their official website.

As for the students from Southeast Bulloch High School, they are gearing up for significant challenges at the International Leadership Conference in Nashville and the National Leadership Conference in Orlando. Students from several schools are representing in diverse categories; from Emergency Medical Technician skills to Sports Nutrition. Each student is accompanied by dedicated faculty advisors who coordinate fundraising efforts and seek sponsorships from local businesses, ensuring the participants are well-supported for their journeys ahead.

Meet the Competitors

Let’s take a closer look at this impressive lineup of qualifying students and their specific events:

• Southeast Bulloch High School:
  • Health Occupations Student Organization:
    – Mason McNeely (Emergency Medical Technician)
    – Andrew Davis (Emergency Preparedness)
    – Liam Melton (Leadership)
    – Emily Peacock (Dental Terminology)
  • Family, Career & Community Leaders of America:
    – Chloe Lin (Sports Nutrition Level 2)
    – Rachel Clay (Repurpose and Redesign Level 2)
    – Sara Jo Tankersley, Jaden Lehman (Professional Presentation Level 3)
    – Bailey Chaney, Isabella Conley (Nutrition and Wellness Level 2)
    – MaKenna Dykes (National Programs in Action Level 2)
    – Addie Sherrod (National Programs in Action Level 3)
    – Kaleb Hernandez (Digital Stories for Change Level 3)
    – McKenzie Banter, Jaiden Moye (Entrepreneurship Level 2)
  • Future Business Leaders of America:
    – Noah Burnham (Accounting II)
    – John Thomas Kile (Management Information Systems)
• Statesboro High School:
  • Family, Career & Community Leaders of America:
    – Madison Holmes, Rylee Mackiewicz, Lorelei Prosser (Chapter in Review Portfolio Level 2)
    – Kadyn Carlyle (Leadership Level 2)
    – Ava Mincey (Chapter Service Project Level 2)
    – Kayonnis Garris (Early Childhood Education Level 2)
    – Natalie Harvey (Teach or Train Level 2)
    – Alesha Durant (Teaching Strategies Level 3)
• Portal Middle High School:
  • Family, Career & Community Leaders of America:
    – Cannon Thompson (Sports Nutrition Level 3)
• Southeast Bulloch Middle School:
  • Family, Career & Community Leaders of America:
    – Emily Ruth Ward (National Programs in Action Level 1)

Each student not only represents their school but embodies the spirit of hard work and perseverance. With a $600 scholarship available for each competitor to assist with travel costs, Bulloch County Schools are showing just how committed they are to the success of their students. We wish all participants the best of luck as they embark on this exciting journey!

For more detailed information about the student competitions and the organizations involved, you can read the full article on All On Georgia.