FBLA: Battle of the Chapters
Lifetime Professional Dues are _______________.
$350
Individual AZ state dues are...
$5
Individual national dues are...
$6
FBLA GOALS
1.Develop competent, aggressive business leadership. 2.Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work. 3.Create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise. 4.Encourage members in the development of individual projects that contribute to the improvement of home, business, and community. 5.Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism. 6.Encourage and practice efficient money management. 7.Encourage scholarship and promote school loyalty. 8.Assist students in the establishment of occupational goals. 9.Facilitate the transition from school to work.
The name "Future Business Leaders of America was coined in which year?
1940
In what year was the FBLA-Middle division formed?
1994
How many voting delegates are allowed for a chapter of 73 members entitled to at the state conference?
3
counting the front and back cover, the maximum number of pages allowed for a written event is ______________ pages.
30
FBLA middle level division is open to which grade levels?
5 - 9
FBLA membership is open to what grades?
5-12
How many FBLA National Officers are there?
8
How many FBLA National Officers are there?
9
How many FBLA-PBL goals are there?
9
If the chair makes a mistake in assigning the floor _____________________.
A member may raise a point of order
Special committees are also called ____________________.
Ad Hoc
The FBLA-PBL publication for advisors is called _______________________.
Advisor's Hotline
Which of the following is above the Board of Directors on the FBLA/PBL organizational chart?
Articles of Incorporation
The ___________ candle symbolizes the office of treasurer during the installation ceremony.
Blue
There are seven words found on the official FBLA emblem, which of the following is not on the emblem?
Community
Which organization donated the land for the FBLA-PBL National center?
Conrad N. Hilton Foundation
Which of the following is not included in the goals of FBLA-PBL?
Develop strong business ethics
What is the name of the scholarship offered to FBLA members by the National Association?
Distinguished Business Leader Scholarship
The concept of FBLA was developed by whom?
Dr. Hamden L Forkner
Who is responsible for determining policies and procedures for the procedures for the operation of Arizona FBLA?
Executive Council
Former FBLA members, businesspersons, community supporters, and parents can join the______________________________.
FBLA-PBL Professional Division
In what month is FBLA-PBL week?
February
In which month is National Career and Technical Education Week?
February
FBLA 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 that every person should actively work towards improving social, political, community, and family life. I believe every person has the right to earn a living at a useful occupation and that this right should not be denied because of race, color, sex, or handicap. I believe every person should take a 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.
FBLA PLEDGE
I solemnly promise to uphold the aims and responsibilities of the Future Business Leaders of America; and, as an active member, I shall strive to develop the qualities necessary in becoming a responsible business leader.
FBLA CODE OF ETHICS
I will seek to improve my community by contributing my efforts and my resources to worthwhile projects. I will be honest and sincere. I will approach each task with confidence in my ability to perform my work at a high standard. I will willingly accept responsibilities and duties. I will seek to profit from my mistakes and take suggestions and criticisms directed toward the improvement of myself and my work. I will abide by the rules and regulations of my school. I will exercise initiative and responsibility and will cooperate with my employer and fellow workers. I will dress and act in a manner that will bring respect to me and to my school.
Which state had the first FBLA state charter?
Iowa
What city was the first FBLA chapter chartered?
Johnson City, TN
The fiscal year for AZ FBLA-PBL is ______________________.
July 1 - June 30
In order to compete in the NLC, a member must have paid their dues by ___.
March 1
Who sponsors Mission Lift?
March of Dimes
When is American Enterprise Day?
November 15
Which two Arizona State offices are appointed annually?
Parliamentarian and Webmaster
What is the name of the college division of FBLA?
Phi Beta Lambda
According to the National FBLA-PBl Handbook, chapter activities fall into five functional areas. Which five are they?
Professional Development, Civic, Service, Social, Financial
Which Arizona FBLA State Officer is responsible for maintaining the state scrapbook?
Reporter
FBLA-PBL is headquartered in ____________________.
Reston, VA
Who represents FBLA on the Arizona FBLA-PBL State Committee?
State Adviser, State President, and a Vice President
Which of the following is the governing body for AZ FBLA-PBL?
State Committee
What symbol on the FBLA emblem denotes our belief in democracy, liberty, and the American way of life?
The Bald Eagle
How many local chapters are needed to have an active state chapter?
Three
FBLA-PBL publication for middle- and high-school students is called _________.
Tomorrow's Business Leader
FBLA-PBL has chapters in
US, Puerto Rico, Guam, and Virgin and Cayman Islands
. _________________________ was the first university to charter a PBL chapter.
University of Northern Iowa
During the installation ceremony, the _____________ candle represents the parliamentarian.
Violet
Arizona is located in the ___________ region.
Western
During the installation ceremony, the _______________ candle represents the chapter in its entirety.
White
The discussion of the merits of a motion is called _____________________.
a debate
The official colors of FBLA are ____________________.
blue and gold
What type of educational program is FBLA?
business/ vocational
FBLA is considered a(n) ____________________ activity by the AZ Department of Education.
co-curricular
What is AZ FBLA's largest source of funding?
conference registration fees
How many privileged motions are there in parliamentary procedure?
five
The FBLA Local Chapter Officer responsible for maintaining the state scrapbook is the ____________________________.
historian
FBLA recognizes local chapters who ___________________________.
increase membership over the previous year and recruit 100% of a single class as chapter members.
What three categories do the national events fall into?
individual, team, chapter
A(n) _________________ calls attention to a violation of parliamentary procedure.
point of order
The ______________ candle symbolizes the office of the president during the installation ceremony.
red
In the absence of the president and the vice-president at a regular meeting, the meeting should be called to order by....
secretary
Who nominates candidates for National Vice President during the regional meetings at the NLC?
state chapters
When an assembly wishes to do something it cannot do without violating one or more of its rules, it can adopt a(n) motion to _______________________.
suspend the rules
The purpose of laying a motion on the table is to ______________________.
temporarily allow more important business to be addressed
How many regions are there in AZ?
three
The address of the FBLA-PBL website is ___________________________.
www.fbla-pbl.org
According to FBLA national laws, what is the vote required for the National Executive Council to adopt an action by mail?
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