State Leadership Conference

March 15-17, 2026

University Plaza Hotel and Conference Center & The Expo
Springfield, Missouri

2026 State Leadership Conference

LIGHTS, CAMERA, LEAD! Missouri FCCLA has had an Oscar winning year and we aren’t finished yet! Join the State Executive Council and hundreds of members across the state for a conference you won’t forget. The State Leadership Conference provides members with the opportunity to network, expand leadership skills, explore national programs, show off in competitive events, and so much more! To kick off this conference we will hear from keynote speaker, Bryan Rush who is going to get your energy pumping for the days ahead! Will we see you there? Register below now!!

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Conference Registration

All individuals wishing to attend any of the conference sessions or activities (including all general sessions) must be registered for the conference with a chapter. No individuals will be permitted into conference sessions and activities without a conference badge. The exception will be the Red & White Dinner and competitive event evaluators – invited and registered guests will be permitted into the Red & White Dinner and verified competitive event volunteers will be permitted to their assigned location without a registration badge; however, if dinner guests and volunteers would like to attend any conference sessions following the dinner or competitive events, conference registration is required.

Regular Registration
Rate: $110
Deadline: February 13, 2026 at 6:00pm

Late Registration
Rate: $135
Deadline: February 20, 2026 at 6:00pm
*Late registration does not guarantee t-shirts
*Late registrations will be disqualified from STAR Events

Competitive Event Details
Registration Deadline: February 13, 2026 at 6:00pm
STAR Event Rate: $20 per competitor
Baking and Pastry & Culinary Arts Rate: $25 per competitor
Show-Me Skills Rate: $10 per competitor
Pre-Submit Submission Window (Show-Me Skills Only): February 20th – 27th

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Lodging

All conference attendees are required to stay at one of the designated conference hotels . Chapters within 60 minutes of Springfield are not required to stay in a conference hotel.

Deadline
February 20, 2026
Please make lodging reservations as early as possible to ensure adequate space for your chapter.

LODGING UPDATE – 1/23/26, 9:17am
Sleep Inn – 132 rooms available
Element Hotel – 56 rooms available
Holiday Inn Express – 15 rooms available (mostly kings)
Oasis Hotel – 13 rooms available (mostly kings)
DoubleTree – 17 rooms available (mostly kings)
Other hotels may become available once attrition is met on all existing room blocks.

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Student Consent & Release Form

All members will be required to complete and sign a DESE & Missouri FCCLA Release and Conduct Form annually. Once the chapter adviser has received all forms, he or she should submit the Chapter Assurances Agreement on the Missouri FCCLA website. It will be required to submit the Chapter Assurances Agreement before attending any Missouri FCCLA event. Advisers and chaperones should always have these forms with them during Missouri FCCLA activities. These forms can be found on our website under Join>Affiliation.

Competitive Events Online Orientation

All Missouri STAR Events and Show-Me Skills competitors are required to review the online orientation slideshow and submit Online Orientation Documentation to their room consultant at the time of competition. Many frequently-asked questions will be addressed in the orientation information, so completing the orientation is essential. After viewing the orientation, download the documentation form, print and sign it as instructed, and bring it with you to competition.

NOTE: Schedule information included in the Online Orientation slideshow is subject to change.

SLC Competitive Events Orientation

Orientation Documentation

Competitive Events Volunteers

It is with the support of our amazing volunteer evaluators and room consultants that Missouri FCCLA is able to execute and evaluate hundreds of competitive events at State Leadership Conference. Any individual who is out of high school may volunteer as an evaluator or adult room consultant for STAR Events or Show-Me Skills.

Our talented Competitive Events team will find the best competitive events for you to work with based on your knowledge and experience, along with your interests. If you or someone you know is interested in volunteering for STAR Events or Show-Me Skills and are not registered, fill out the volunteer form. If you are registered for the conference, indicate in your registration that you would like to volunteer.

Spotlight on Projects

Spotlight on Projects highlights completed projects from the past year, whether completed by the chapter or individuals. Examples may include Power of One projects, National Program projects, STAR Events or Show-Me Skills projects, community service projects, fundraisers, etc. The event will not only provide a showcase opportunity for those participating, but will also serve as a learning opportunity for those who stroll the spotlight area!

Projects will be on display Monday, March 16 in Expo A (with the Exhibitors) from 8:30am to 4:00pm. Each project will have half of an 8-foot table and one chair. Electricity will not be provided. Participants will have time to set up displays between 7:00-8:30am. Please note that Spotlight on Projects is offered at the same time as several other conference activities. Chapters should ensure that projects are not left alone and have a representative available for the duration of the event.

Deadline: February 1, 2026 @ 6:00pm

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Workshop & Roundtable Proposal

We are looking for Missouri FCCLA members, advisers, and friends to contribute your expertise to our conference! View the details of presenting and fill out the proposal to join us in hosting the best SLC ever!

Workshop Proposal Form

Honorary Conference Assistants (NEW!)

Honorary Conference Assistants (HCAs) play a vital role in the operation and success of the annual State Leadership Conference. HCAs must be juniors or seniors in high school, have strong FCCLA experience and knowledge, previously attended an in-person SLC, and not be a competitive events participant.

These youth volunteer personnel have the following responsibilities throughout the conference:

Ensure correct A/V and room set-up for breakout sessions
Assist with competitive events
Assist attendees in finding rooms
Assist at the FCCLA Store
Assist at the Expo and Spotlight on Projects
Ensure individuals with assigned seating find their seats prior to sessions
Assist with line-up during the Competitive Event Recognition Session
Other responsibilities as needed

Honorary Conference Assistants will receive their specific assignments at the mandatory orientation session hosted virtually during the week of March 3-7, 2026 (date and time will be selected once assistants have been selected). Conference assistants will be required to report to conference headquarters by 12:00pm on Sunday, March 16, 2026.

Application Deadline: February 1, 2026 @ 6:00pm
Incentives: Discounted Registration Rate and complimentary conference t-shirt

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Content Creators

The Missouri FCCLA Content Creator Team is a team of up to six volunteers who have an interest in technology and social media. They will be updating the official Missouri FCCLA Facebook page and Instagram feeds with conference news and photos from their own unique perspectives as well as writing blog updates for the FCCLA website. The Content Creator Team will provide real-time updates to conference attendees as well as those unable to attend the meeting, such as parents, administrators, and other chapter members.

Potential Content Creators must have experience with social media tools, including Facebook and Instagram. Content Creators will take photos and videos and create content for Missouri FCCLA social media and website, so experience with simple photo editing and movie making tools such as Movie Maker or iMovie as well as Canva is a must. Content Creators should be good writers – proficient in a concise, informational, but yet conversational writing style.

Interested members and advisers should complete the online application by February 1. Selected Content Creators will receive a $75 refund toward their conference registration after successfully completing all Content Creator team assignments.

Content Creator Information

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Search for a National Anthem Performer

CALLING ALL PERFORMERS!

Missouri FCCLA is looking for a talented member, or group of members, to perform the National Anthem at State Leadership Conference! If you sing, play an instrument, are in a small ensemble, or a vocal group we’d love to see what you’ve got!

Application due: February 1, 2026

Apply to perform the National Anthem at State Leadership Conference! The chosen performer(s) will receive discounted conference registration.