Run for Office

 

Step 1: Review

Review the requirements, election process, and expectations of being an officer first. Discuss the dates and commitments required for being an officer with your advisor(s), guardian(s) and school administrators prior to applying. 

 
Requirements, Election Process, and Expectations
 

Step 2: Prepare Required Documents

Prepare the following required documents in PDF format:

  1. Officer/Advisor Agreement Form: print and get it signed by all required parties.

  2. A one-page resume: use the resume template provided to create and display your achievements.

  3. Grade Verification Form: print and get it completed/signed by all required parties.

  4. Current/Most Recent Report Card: upload a copy of this on your application to verify your current grades.

 
Officer/Advisor Agreement Form
Grade Verification Form
Resume Template
Sample Resume
 

Step 3: Name Documents

Once you have gathered the required documents, save all documents as PDFs and name all documents as indicated below:

  • Region # - Last Name, First Name - Officer/Advisor Agreement Form

  • Region # - Last Name, First Name - Officer Resume

  • Region # - Last Name, First Name - Grade Verification Form

  • Region # - Last Name, First Name - Report Card

Step 4: Complete & Submit Application

Complete the online application (linked below), upload the four required documents within the application (named appropriately), and submit application.

Completed applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. CST on 
December 1, 2025. LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

 
Online Application

Step 5: Prepare

You will be required to give a one minute speech during the House of Delegates meeting at the region conference. Speech Topic: How could you relate this year’s theme, “Roar and Explore,” to the Power of One unit “A Better You?”
Following the speech, candidates will be asked one thought question and one fact question.

Prepare to take a test over FCCLA knowledge. The test will include a wide variety of topics such as general facts about the association, competitive events, programs, communication, and Parliamentary Procedure. 

Review the resources below to prepare for the officer candidate test. 

Chapter Handbook
Step One FCSA Study Guide
 

Step 6: Run for Office

Ensure you are registered for your specific region conference and attend the officer candidate test, meet and greet, and House of Delegates meeting at the conference. Give your speech and you are on your way to becoming an Texas FCCLA officer.

Example of what to expect at the House of Delegates meeting: