Honorary Membership
Ohio Family, Career and Community Leaders of America honors those professionals who give continued support to the state organization. The awardees model the mission statement by promoting personal growth and leadership development through Family and Consumer Sciences Education.
2026 Recipient: Brandee Smith
2026 Recipient: Dova Zak
Friend of FCCLA Award
Each year thousands of Ohio Family, Career and Community Leaders of America members and advisers have opportunities to participate in experiential leadership development, career preparation and community engagement events. Our supporters allow for continued advancement of our organization, support for Family and Consumer Sciences Education and promote advisers to successfully prepare today’s students to be leaders of tomorrow’s society.
2026 Recipient: Cuyahoga Community College Hospitality Management Center at Public Square
Spirit of Advising Award
The Ohio Family, Career and Community Leaders of America Spirit of Advising Award recognizes one adviser who consistently demonstrate excellence in modeling FCCLA character and integrity to ensure the success of their students within their classroom and career. The dedication and support to Family and Consumer Sciences Education, youth leadership and the FCCLA organization allows FCCLA to be the Ultimate Leadership Experiences.
2026 Recipient: Amanda Valdez, Anthony Wayne High School – Penta Career Center