What is FBLA?
FBLA at Great Bend High School is focused on bettering ourselves by bringing business and education together in a positive working relationship with our school and community. Over the last few years our organization has become very active. We lead many projects including partnerships with businesses, community service, and American enterprise projects. In the year of 2009, four of our members got the opportunity to go to the national conference and present a project, where they took fourth in the nation. In 2010, one student qualified for the national competition in Nashville, Tennessee. In 2011, three students qualified for the national competition in Orlando, Florida. This year's national competiton is in San Antonio Texas where we hope to send students as well for competiton and leadership training.
Goals of FBLA-PBL
Develop competent, aggressive business leadership
Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work
Create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise
Encourage members in the development of individual projects
Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship and foster patriotism
Encourage and practice efficient money management
Encourage scholarship and promote school loyalty
Assist students in the establishment of occupational goals
Facilitate the transition from school to work
FBLA Mission Statement
The mission of FBLA-PBL is to bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs.
FBLA-PBL Creed
I believe education is the right of every person.
I believe the future depends on mutual understanding and cooperation among business, industry, labor, religious, family, and educational institutions, as well as people around the world. I agree to do my utmost to bring about understanding and cooperation among all of these groups.
I believe every person should prepare for a useful occupation and carry on that occupation in a manner that brings the greatest good to the greatest number.
I believe every person should actively work toward improving social, political, community, and family life.
I believe every person has the right to earn a living at a useful occupation.
I believe every person should take responsibility for carrying out assigned tasks in a manner that brings credit to self, associates, school, and community.
I believe I have the responsibility to work efficiently and to think clearly. I promise to use my abilities to make the world a better place for everyone.
Gateway to Greatness!
Thousands of students across the nation are joining Future Business Leaders of America! FBLA is the premier organization for students preparing for careers in business. It is the largest student business organization in the world with over a quarter of a million members. FBLA prepares students for "real-world" professional experiences. Members gain the competitive edge for college and career success.
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