An affiliated, active FCCLA chapter is a required component of every Family and Consumer Sciences program in Virginia.
Virginia FCCLA offers comprehensive training to give teachers the tools to establish and operate an outstanding chapter.
Boot Camp I is designed for new teachers or those less experienced with FCCLA, regardless of the number of years taught.
Boot Camp II is designed for graduates of Boot Camp I or advisers with basic experience in FCCLA who want to increase their knowledge and skills, especially in regard to national programs, competitive events, and other opportunities to advance adviser and member involvement.
Cost: The registration fee of $200 per participant is due two weeks prior to the camp (September 18), by mail or credit card (with a 3% processing fee).
Location: Boot Camp 2026 will be held at the Best Western Hotel in Waynesboro, Virginia from October 2-3, 2026.
Accommodations: The hotel room rate is $110, plus tax. Please book your own sleeping room for Friday night.
Schedule: The sessions will begin at 11:30am on Friday, October 2, and conclude by 3:00pm on Saturday, October 3.
Contact: Please reach out to State Adviser Bobbi Comer at bcomer@mecc.edu with any questions about Boot Camp.
Virginia FCCLA provides a form for advisers for use when obtaining school administrators’ approval of FCCLA activities outside of the classroom for professional development units. The form is attached for your use: Adviser Recertification Points Form
FCCLA Adviser Professional Standards Virginia FCCLA chapter advisers are encouraged to use the Adviser Professional Standards as a guide to demonstrating excellence in advising an FCCLA chapter. This can also be an effective tool in gaining support from administrators as you incorporate FCCLA projects and activities into your curriculum.