Dr. Mary Kay Murphy Board Member District III | Gwinnett County Public Schools
Dr. Mary Kay Murphy Board Member District III | Gwinnett County Public Schools
Five students from Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS) have secured spots at the 2024 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Leadership Conference. This opportunity follows their success in the FBLA state competition. The event will see participants from across the nation engage in leadership contests, exchange achievements, and explore career development through various workshops and exhibits.
Gerald Williams, a Team Advisor and Business Education Teacher at Central Gwinnett High School, expressed pride in the students' accomplishments. "Competing and placing in the competition meant the world to the kids, validating their hard work and dedication," Williams stated. "Their commitment and determination shone brightly as they overcame challenges and pushed themselves to excel. This experience instilled a sense of pride and accomplishment that will inspire them to continue pursuing their passions with vigor."
FBLA is recognized globally as the largest student business organization, boasting over 250,000 members. It plays a crucial role in business education and leadership development for students. Recognized by both the U.S. Departments of Education and Labor, FBLA supports a co-curricular approach that combines business learning with leadership skills. The organization's mission is to unite business practices with educational frameworks through its innovative programs.
The upcoming FBLA National Leadership Conference is set for June 29 – July 2 in Orlando, Florida. The following GCPS students have qualified for this prestigious event:
From Central Gwinnett High School:
- Emrane Abdalla under advisors Gerald Williams/LaQuinta Plunkett for Management Information Systems.
- Michael Abraham under advisors Gerald Williams/LaQuinta Plunkett for Management Information Systems.
From Collins Hill High School:
- Krish Saxena under advisor Karen Curtis for Network Design.
- Brownetta Samukai under advisor Karen Curtis for Business Communications.
- Kennedy Washington under advisor Karen Curtis for Accounting I.
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