Gentry, Arkansas

Chapter #8400

 District I

FBLA-PBL INFORMATION
[HISTORY] [FUNDS] [GOALS] [PLEDGE] [CREED]

History -

     Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is a non profit organization devoted to preparing students for future business related jobs. The concept of FBLA was developed by Dr. Hamden L. Forkner, of Columbia University, in 1937.  In 1940, sponsorship was accepted by the National Council of Business Education. On February 3, 1942, the first high school chapter was created in Johnson City, Tennessee. In 1958, the first Phi Beta Lambda, college level FBLA, was created in Iowa.  The most recently created level being the Middle Level which hold grades 5-9.  Since then, the High School Level has increased to over 215,000 members. Arkansas has over 13,000 students participating in over 300 high school chapters. 
For more in depth information visit the National FBLA-PBL website.

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Funds -

     FBLA is funded by membership dues, conference dues, contributions and grants. Local chapter activities are supported by their own fund raising efforts.

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FBLA Goals -

  • Develop competent, aggressive business leadership.
  • Strengthen the confidence of students in themselves and their work.
  • Create more interest in and understanding of the American business enterprise.
  • Encourage members in development of individual projects which 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 establishment of occupational goals.
  • Facilitate the transition from school to work.
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    FBLA Pledge -

         I solemnly promise to uphold the aims and responsibilities of the Future Business Leaders of America; and as an active member, I shall strive to develop the qualities necessary in becoming a responsible business leader.

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    FBLA Creed -

         I believe education is the right of every person.

         I believe the future depends on mutual understanding and cooperation among business, industry, labor, religious, family, and educational institutions, as well as people around the world. I agree to do my utmost to bring about understanding and cooperation among all of these groups.

         I believe every person should prepare for a useful occupation and carry on that occupation in a manner that brings the greatest good to the greatest number.

         I believe every person should actively work toward improving social, political, community, and family life.

         I believe every person has the right to earn a living at a useful occupation and that this right should not be denied because of race, color, creed, sex, or handicap.

         I believe every person should take responsibility for carrying out assigned tasks in a manner that brings credit to self, associates, school, and community.

         I believe that I have the responsibility to work efficiently and to think clearly. I promise to use my abilities to make the world a better place for everyone.

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    ~ GENTRY HIGH SCHOOL FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA ~