All About The Events
Apparel Construction
Enables participants to demonstrate construction techniques, effective management skills, and knowledge of the consumer aspects of clothing selection, design and care. Participants construct a sewing project from a specified pattern within a 90 minute time period. Judges evaluate the project based on construction techniques, appearance of project and creativity. (S & J; C & H)
CHAPTER ACTIVITIES MANUAL
Encourages development of local chapter activities and provides a learning experience directly related to the HECT program that will benefit the student, the HECT program, the school, and the community. In this event, chapters prepare an activity manual which shows the chapter’s program for the year using graphics and other explanatory information. Manuals must meet specific content criteria as specified in the event.
CHAPTER EXHIBIT
Designed to provide chapters with the opportunity to display the work of chapters, motivate other schools to participate in FHA-HERO, and expand the total state program. In this event, chapters prepare a free standing, three-dimensional educational exhibit based on an identified topic. Chapters will have thirty (30) minutes to set up the display in the space specified by the event chairperson. Exhibits may not exceed the maximum dimensions as listed in the event.
Child Development
Designed to give students the
opportunity to develop and refine child development skills.
Participants demonstrate their
ability to select and present a song or story for preschool children. Judging is based on the
participants use of visuals or props and the ability to stimulate children’s learning and imagination.
(S & J; C & H)
Commercial Food Preparation
Participants demonstrate competencies in preparing three specified food products for a commercial food service establishment. Within a 30-minute planning period and 90-minute preparation period, students demonstrate their knowledge and skills by using industrial food service procedures and tools, as well as work habits reflective of industry standards. (S; H)
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AWARD
Designed to
recognize chapters which develop in-depth projects based on the goals
and purposes of the Association, one of the State Project Thrusts,
and/or National Projects. In this team event, chapters conduct an
in-depth project based on a theme as listed in the event. A typed
application must be submitted with the entry form. A 2-3 minute progress
report must be presented at the qualifying competition. At state finals,
two members shall prepare and give an oral report 6-8 minutes in length.
Consumer education
Emphasizes the importance of making sound consumer decisions and being an informed consumer. Students develop critical thinking skills and effective presentation skills as they prepare for and present an eight minute speech. Judging is based on the mechanics of the presentation and the accuracy and application of the information. (S & J; C & H)
CREED RECITATION
Designed to give students in sixth through ninth grade the
opportunity to demonstrate skills in prepared speech and oral
expression of personal beliefs. Winners are selected on the basis of voice, platform deportment, mechanics,
appearance and grooming, and power of
expression as they recite the FHA-HERO Creed. After reciting the creed, participants are
questioned by the judges for a period of two
minutes. (J; C)
Culinary Arts Display
Designed to give participants an opportunity to demonstrate their skill in presenting foods for a buffet table and for fine restaurant dining. Within a maximum period of 60 minutes, participants will exhibit culinary skills in the selection, workmanship and presentation of food in one of a variety of categories including advanced presentation cakes and tortes, appetizers, art display, breads, decorated wedding cakes, and patisserie. (A & S; H)
ENERGY AND RESOURCE CONSERVATION
Gives chapters an
opportunity to create an awareness of the need for energy and resource
conservation, to teach individuals how to conserve energy and other
resources more efficiently, and to give students experience in
developing effective presentation skills.
In this team event, chapters conduct an
in-depth project based on a theme as listed in the event. A typed
application must be submitted with the entry form. A 2-3 minute progress
report must be presented at the qualifying competition. At state finals,
two members shall prepare and give an oral report 6-8 minutes in length.
Visuals must be used.
Fashion design
Allows participants to
demonstrate the fashion design skills necessary to communicate an idea and describe a garment concept. Participants prepare three original fashion
illustrations or sketches from a specified category to be contained in a collection or line of apparel suitable to the specialization and price range of a design house or apparel manufacturing firm. An oral presentation and questions from the judges also are part of the event. (S; C & H)
Hospitality, Tourism, And recreation
Designed to give participants an opportunity to demonstrate
competencies related to hospitality industry awareness and the ability to access and present information that will enable visitors to enjoy their stay at a specific tourist
destination in California. Students
design, develop and present a guide book that targets one specific tourist destination in
California. (A & S; H)
Interior Design
Allows participants to demonstrate skills and knowledge of interior design by presenting and discussing an
original design for a specified project. The participant prepares a mat
presentation including the floor plan, cost
breakdown, and samples of all wall treatments, floor coverings, window treatment and fabrics.
(S & J; C & H)
job Application and interview
Designed to develop abilities and techniques for completing job
application forms and interviews. Each participant selects a job
relating to Home Economics Careers and Technology and completes a mock
interview, portfolio, application form and resume. The job must be
within the participants' career objective and one for which he/she
currently qualifies. (S; C&H)
menu Planning and Table Display
Provides the opportunity to demonstrate skill in menu planning. Participants plan a lunch or dinner menu on a specified theme for two people and bring all materials for a creative, table display. A nutritional analysis of the meal is included in the judging. (S & J; C & H)
NUTRITION EDUCATION
Increases student knowledge of nutrition issues or trends and gives experience in developing effective presentation skills. In this event, teams prepare and present an oral presentation 6 to 8 minutes in length on nutrition issues or trends. Originally developed visual aids or media must be used. Four (4) copies of a typed outline and a typed bibliography are required.
PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE
Designed to
encourage the study and use of parliamentary procedure in FHA-HERO
Chapter meetings; provide students with opportunities to develop
leadership skills; assist students in developing leadership skills which
will enable them to effectively participate in school, community, and
civic organization activities; and to encourage the instruction of
parliamentary procedure in the Home Economics Careers and Technology
classroom for all students enrolled.
In this event, a team
will consist of five (5) members, including a president who will serve
as the chair, a secretary, a treasurer and two others who will serve as
chapter members. After participating in a fifteen (15) minute planning
session, the team will conduct a fifteen (15) to twenty (20) minute
meeting. The meeting will include the following agenda items: call to
order; opening ceremony; previous meeting minutes (to be read aloud);
treasurer’s report (to be read aloud); committee reports (committee
titles to be taken from the minutes); unfinished business (topic to be
taken from the minutes); new business (to be drawn); and closing
ceremony. Robert’s Rules of Order, Newly Revised, shall be the
official reference for this event.
Prepared speech
Designed to develop leadership skills through public speaking
activities and to stimulate interest in community leadership and
citizenship. Participants prepare a six to eight minute speech on a specified topic and are judged on organization, accuracy,
opening and closing, voice, platform deportment,
basic mechanics, written outline, and
effectiveness of speech. (S & J; C & H)
Salad Preparation
Participants demonstrate the knowledge and skills developed in a Consumer and Family Studies Food and Nutrition Class to
prepare a salad and salad
dressing for home use within a fifteen minute advance preparation period and a twenty-minute performance period. Also required is a
nutritional analysis per serving and a list of tools/equipment/supplies to be used during the
performance portion of the event. (S & J; C & H)
Teaching Careers
Designed to give students the
opportunity to develop and refine
selected skills for teaching in
elementary or secondary classrooms. Participants demonstrate their
abilities to present a lesson 6-12 minutes in length and suitable for one grade level between kindergarten and 12th grade. Visuals,
audio-visuals and learning materials may be used in the presentation. A portfolio
documenting the knowledge and skills needed for a career in this field and a typed
lesson plan are required. (S; H)
Legend
S = Senior Division
J = Junior Division
C = (CFS) Concumer and Family Studies
H = (HERO) Home Economics Related Occupations
"Specific rules and information about each
event can be found in the CRE Guide"