Adviser: Ms. Rayner
Contact Information: teshanna.rayner@hcps.net

***The FBLA Application and Fees collection period has passed for the 2021-2022 school year.***

What is FBLA?

FBLA-Middle Level (FBLA-ML) introduces middle and junior high school students to the world of business through exploring careers and delving into business principles with real-world activities.

FBLA helps students to develop 21st century skills focused on leadership, problem solving, teamwork, goal setting, and creativity. 

Our goals are to:

• Develop competent, aggressive business leadership.
• Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work.
• Create more interest in and understanding of American business enterprise.
• Encourage members in the development of individual projects that contribute to the improvement of home, business, and community.
• Develop character, prepare for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism.
• Encourage and practice efficient money management.
• Encourage scholarship and promote school loyalty.
• Assist students in the establishment of occupational goals.
• Facilitate the transition from school to work.

Why Should I Join?

• To acquire new skills - Leadership & More!
• To meet new people - New Friends!
• To earn awards & recognition - Competitive Events!
• To become a better person - Citizenship!
• To travel to other places - Field Trips!
  

Who Can Join as a Member of the Williams IB FBLA Chapter?

FBLA is open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students at Williams IB Middle Magnet School. 

What are the Membership Requirements?

•  Complete the membership application and pay $60 fees by  deadline.
  
  • Scholarships are available for students who receive free/reduced lunch. (See Scholarship Information below.)
  • For students who want to be considered for a scholarship, please complete the membership application a week before the deadline.
    
    
• Participate in District Competitive events
  
  
• Participate in FBLA Week Activities Feb 13th-19th
  
  
• Attend chapter meetings on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 3:30pm – 5:00pm
  The first member meeting is Wednesday, October 6th
  
  
• Wear appropriate FBLA Dress Code for official events (See Dress Code Examples below in Important Links)
  
  
• Follow the Hillsborough County Student Code of Conduct and Williams IB Honor Code

When are the Meetings?

• The 1st and 3rd Wednesdays from 3:30pm – 5:00pm on campus
  The first member meeting is Wednesday, October 6th
• Exact meeting dates are posted in the CANVAS group for members.

Please Note: Our meeting are NOT at the same time as the MUN meetings. They meet on 2nd & 4th Wednesdays.

How Do I Join?

Students must complete a new application and pay membership fees every school year.

1. Complete the 2021-2022 Membership Application: CLICK HERE 
2. Pay the $60 fees online through MyPaymentsPlus: https://www.mypaymentsplus.com/welcome
3. Sign up for the Williams FBLA Remind: https://www.remind.com/join/wibmsfbla

Scholarship Information

Scholarships are available to students who receive free/reduced lunch ONLY and will cover the cost of the $60 Membership Fees.

• To apply please be sure to complete SECTION 3 of the membership application by Friday, September 24th.
• Students and parent(s)/guardian(s) will be notified in Canvas if a scholarship has been awarded by October 4th.

Students who are awarded a scholarship will be required to:

• Follow all membership requirements
• Participate in the LEAD Explore Award program
• Participate in chapter community service events

Important Links:

Competitive Events Descriptions: CLICK HERE

Official FBLA Dress Code Examples: CLICK HERE

The LEAD Awards Program Information: CLICK HERE

FBLA Florida Website: CLICK HERE

FBLA National Website: CLICK HERE

Updated October 25, 2021