What is State Convention?
Join thousands of Oklahoma FCCLA members for THE largest one-day Oklahoma FCCLA event of the year: State Convention. Hear from hilarious & impactful keynote speakers, elect the next State Officer team, cheer on your fellow chapter members as they receive their STAR Event trophies, & attend action-packed, hands-on workshops. Plus, don’t miss out on the exhibitors & fun activities in the exhibit hall. State Convention is the place to be!
Click the flyer for a printable copy to get the word out to your students!
Scroll down for more detailed information about this year's event!
Keynote Speaker - Patrick T. Grady
Get ready to meet Patrick T. Grady, a former middle and high school Career & Technical
Educator and the dynamic force behind "TNT" Enterprises, Inc., a company dedicated to
implementing high-impact training programs, keynote addresses, and seminars
nationwide and internationally.
With over 18 years of experience as the Florida FCCLA State Executive Director, Patrick
has a rich history with our organization and is an expert in leadership and development.
He speaks full time to diverse audiences, from corporate executives and chambers of
commerce to educators and students. Patrick is the author of the book “Who Packs The Parachute?” and co-author of the popular “Teen Power” series. He provides individuals with the essential keys to
successful living. Audiences consistently praise his unique ability to deliver powerful insights with humor, ensuring an engaging and memorable experience.
When he’s not on stage, Patrick enjoys spending time with his wife of 35 years, Rozanne,
and their daughter Brittani and twins Ashley & Brandon
Discover more about his work at www.patrickTgrady.com
2026 Convention T-Shirt
Chapters can pre-order State Convention t-shirts to be picked up at State Convention. To order, select the size for each attendee when registering for State Convention. A limited number of sizes will be available at the Oklahoma FCCLA Alumni Store in the Exhibit Hall for those that don’t
pre-order. Cost is $15 per shirt.
*Deadline to pre-order is March 6th*
Silent Disco
The day before convention, the Oklahoma FCCLA Alumni and Associates (OAA) is hosting a Silent Disco! What’s a silent disco? It’s an event that allows you to put on your headphones, tune to your favorite channel, and dance the night away! The only sound you’ll hear is though your headphones! You’ll know which channel your friends are listening to by the color on their headphones. It’s the LATEST way to dance the night away!
Dress code is school appropriate casual OR your best 80’s costume.
We’re celebrating 80 years of Oklahoma FCCLA, so don’t be afraid to rock the side-pony, leg warmers, and turquoise eye shadow!
Visit Tulsa, OK
Need some help planning your trip to Tulsa for the Oklahoma FCCLA State Convention? To help make your visit easier and more enjoyable for everyone, the Tulsa Regional Tourism Group has provided the following helpful links. Explore local attractions, restaurants, entertainment, and more to make the most of your time with your students in this vibrant city!
Official Tulsa Attractions Guide
Evening at the Tulsa Zoo
Evening at the Tulsa Zoo
Join us for a fun-filled evening at the zoo to celebrate your accomplishments at State Convention! It's the perfect way to relax, unwind, and connect with fellow FCCLA members. Don't miss out! Purchase your tickets when you register for State Convention.
This year, the Tulsa Zoo will be hosting a very exciting light lantern festival that will showcase large Asian lanterns throughout the zoo pathways. A one-mile lantern-filled path throughout the zoo will offer a fun, immersive exhibit and will be a unique experience for guests to enjoy! If you aren’t familiar, here is a link to Zoo New England’s promo video (happening now for them): https://youtu.be/pLsSNHtKrnU
80th Anniversary Campaign
Celebrate 80 years of Oklahoma Alumni & Associates by helping us secure the future of our student scholarships!
For eight decades, Oklahoma FCCLA has been committed to supporting students. To commemorate this milestone, the Oklahoma Alumni & Associates is launching a special campaign to endow two vital scholarships: the OAA Student Scholarship and the Heather Hickman Scholarship.
Our goal is to raise $60,000 to permanently fund these scholarships. Endowing these accounts will allow us to award at least two $1,500 scholarships annually without the need for yearly fundraising efforts. This means we can provide consistent, reliable support to students for years to come—and hopefully, increase the number of scholarships in the future!
Please send your donation to the OAA office by March 1, 2026:
Oklahoma Alumni & Associates
1500 W. 7th Avenue
Stillwater, OK 74074
To simplify the donation process for our chapters, please fill out the form below to receive an invoice template. You can then submit this template to your financial office, enabling them to easily send a check toward our 80th Anniversary Campaign.
Thank you for helping us continue our proud legacy of empowering students!
State Convention Dress Code
Students, advisers, & guests MUST follow the mandatory dress code. Advisers/Chaperones are responsible for enforcing the mandatory dress policy with their students and guests. Government officials and school board members will be in attendance! Delegates, advisers, and guests not adhering to the dress policy will not be admitted into sessions.
*Jeans, t-shirts, and athletic wear are NOT acceptable for any attendee*
STUDENTS
Official Dress
(REQUIRED STAR EVENT TOP 3, VOTING DELEGATES, & COURTESY CORPS)
• Red blazer - FCCLA patch on the lower left pocket
• Black skirt or slacks
• White button-down shirt
• Coordinating tie OR
• Black Sheath Dress with Single Strand Pearls
• Black closed toe dress shoes
OR
Mandatory meeting attire:
• Red, black, or white polo or oxford shirt (long or short sleeves)
• Black dress slacks/pants/capris (no shorts or leggings)
• Black skirts/dresses – no shorter than 2 inches above the knee
ADVISERS / CHAPERONES / GUESTS
- Business Professional
EXCEPTIONS
Culinary Arts participants are welcome to wear their chef's attire during the STAR Events Recognition Session.
