Adviser Mentor award recognizes the skills of experienced advisers who help orient and train new advisers. It also recognizes advisers who have been successful in--

• achieving Master Adviser recognition;
• devoting two years to new adviser assistance;
• assuming adult leadership roles in Family, Career and Community Leaders of America;
• conducting adviser workshops;
• attending training workshops;
• using national and state FCCLA resources.

Applicants will be recognized for their accomplishment of Adviser Professional Development hours. Evaluation will be based on the following:

• Active affiliated FCCLA chapter.
• Professional Development Hours included on the application must have been completed between April 1, 2021 and March 31, 2022.
• Minimum of 5 CEUs or 50 credit hours/units (10 PDU’s = 1 CEU). 3 (at minimum) of which must be from FCCLA specific events.

Master Adviser award recognizes advisers who have been successful in--

• Advising an affiliated chapter for a minimum of three years
• Promoting the organization
• Operating a co-curricular chapter with a balanced program of work
• Facilitating youth-centered activities
• Keeping abreast of new happenings within the organization

The Spirit of Advising award goes to an adviser who...

• Believes in the mission of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America
• Supports and works with students to ensure student success
• Provides learning experiences
• Encourages positive character development
• Dedicates time and energy to nurturing student leaders
• Serves as a current FCCLA adviser

The FCCLA State Adviser of the Year Award recognizes one individual who exemplifies professional management of the state association, dedication to FCCLA, and strong support of the national organization and its programs. The individual in the state who is currently responsible for the day-to-day management of the state FCCLA Association, regardless of title, is eligible to be nominated for this award.