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middle school state leadership conference

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March 27, 2024
at University of Missouri – Columbia Trulaske College of Business

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agenda & housing
Download the overview agenda below. To book housing with Missouri FBLA, click on the links provided in the agenda. ​

pricing & payment

Registration includes all competitive event fees, workshops, and supplies.
Cost: $60 per attendee
Check: Mail check to Missouri FBLA, 205 Jefferson Street, Jefferson City, MO 65101
Credit Card: Pay directly online via Blue Panda invoice ($10 convenience fee)
Changes and cancellations can be made by logging into Blue Panda and adjusting your registration. Cancellations cannot be made/refunded after the close of conference registration.

deadlines
Registration: February 12-28, 2024 at 5 PM
Changes/Cancellation: February 28, 2024 at 5 PM
Online & Production Testing: March 4 – 20, 2024 5 PM
Payment Due: March 20, 2024 at 5 PM
State Officer Applications: March 20, 2024 at 5 PM

important forms
Adviser Assurance Form – Click here to download the form and upload to Blue Panda.
Comprehensive Consent Form – Click here to download the form that all members must complete and turn into their local advisers. Local advisers must hold onto these forms and bring them onsite to SLC.
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conference activities

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Leadership engagement

SLC provides opportunities for members to dive into their leadership journey including career exploration, public speaking, and transitioning into high school. 

officer elections

Student leaders can advance their leadership potential by running to serve as a Middle School State Officer in one of three positions. Applications are due March 6 at 5 PM.
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competitive event information

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Objective Testing

Test Window: March 4 – 20, 2024 at 5 PM
All tests will be administered at the school site prior to attending SLC in person.
Top 4 will advance to NLC.
  • Business Etiquette
  • Career Exploration
  • Digital Citizenship
  • Exploring Computer Science
  • Exploring Economics
  • Exploring Technology
  • FBLA Concepts
  • Financial Literacy
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Leadership
  • Learning Strategies
  • Running an Effective Meeting

presentation events

All events will be conducted live and in person with judges at SLC.
Top 4 will advance to NLC.
  • Annual Chapter Activities Presentation
  • Business Ethics (also has test component) 
  • Career Research
  • Community Service Presentation
  • Critical Thinking (case study onsite)
  • Elevator Speech
  • Exploring Business Issues
  • FBLA Mission and Pledge
  • Marketing Mix Challenge
  • Multimedia & Website Development
  • Video Game Challenge
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FAQ

Most frequent questions and answers
if my student doesn't finish their work, may i receive a refund?
No refunds are offered after the close of registration, regardless of completion of competitions.
when do we know if we won?
Winners are announced at the Awards of Excellence Ceremony during the in person SLC. Details will be made available to local chapter advisers after the closing of the ceremony. 
do members have to attend slc?
We highly recommend members attending the SLC. For any event with a presentation component, members must be present to participate.