Jacobsen Qualifies for FCCLA State STAR Competition
Shayla Jacobsen competed in the District 8 STAR (Students Taking Action with Recognition) competition which was held virtually Jan. 22. Jacobsen received District Runner-up, by receiving 2nd place with a gold medal and qualified for State STAR Competition. To advance to the state competition, she needed to place 1st or 2nd in her event in addition to receiving scores within a specified range. The State FCCLA STAR Competition will be held virtually this year. Submissions to the online portal will be due March 12. The State FCCLA Conference will be held virtually April 12-13, instead of in Lincoln. Results of the State STAR competition will be announced during the state conference.
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“It was exciting to see Shayla return as a state qualifier,” stated Jacobsen. “She worked hard on her project and learned new skills to complete it. Although competition was virtual, the judges gave her excellent suggestions for improvements. Her plans to improve her presentation and display work are underway.”