(Optional) Plan a conference or event.

Planning should include creating an event for an educational institution, community or nonprofit organization, business, or government institution that meets school division policies.

Examples of events include

• fundraisers (e.g., dinners)
• holiday events (e.g., breakfast with Santa, Mother’s Day tea)
• leadership conferences with multiple speakers or workshops
• school or community dances
• youth or adult athletic tournaments (e.g., wrestling, softball, rodeos)
• youth or adult non–athletic competitions/tournaments (e.g., speech, music)
• community festivals or tourism events
• college, career, or employment fairs
• award ceremonies (e.g., hall of fame, teacher of the year banquets).

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

• What factors will determine if an event is a success?
• What type of events require an event planner?

Communication

• How are the needs of the client communicated to the vendors of an event?
• What types of written contracts are needed when planning an event?

Leadership

• How does one effectively manage a team during an event?
• Who needs to be included on the event management team?

Management

• What type of safety and risk management protocols should be in place for an event?
• What skills are necessary for planning on-site operations during an event?

Teacher Resources:

• FCCLA Event Management STAR Event Guidelines and Rubric (available in the FCCLA portal)
• FCCLA Hospitality, Tourism, and Recreation STAR Event Guidelines and Rubric (available in the FCCLA portal)