Opportunities to Partner From: FCS Partner Connect

Forsyth County Schools is seeking local business and industry who would be willing to share their personal and professional story with students to learn about what experience and education is needed for various occupations. Our students are eager to learn about opportunities that await them after high school in areas they see passion and interest!

Industry Booths Needed:

Agriculture
Automotive
Business/Information Technology
Construction
Distribution and Logistics
Education
Electrical Contracting
Emergency Operations
Energy
Healthcare
Heavy Equipment
HVAC
Law Enforcement
Masonry
Manufacturing
Military
Plumbing

For more information, visit www.focoworks.org/tradetalks.

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Sign up here to reserve your spot or reach out to Amber Gaddis at agaddis@forsythchamber.org or Brandi Cannizzaro at bcannizzaro@forsyth.k12.ga.us.

As a DECA judge, you play a vital role in helping prepare the next generation of emerging leaders and entrepreneurs. During the competition, you will evaluate high school students as they apply classroom knowledge to real-world business situations. Students will present solutions to case studies, role-play scenarios, or prepared events in areas such as marketing, finance, hospitality, and management.

Your job as a judge is to listen, ask clarifying questions if needed, provide scores based on established rubrics, and offer constructive feedback to help students grow. No prior experience with DECA is required—just an interest in supporting students and a willingness to share your professional perspective.

8:30 am - Breakfast & Judges Meeting

9:30 am - Competition Judging

12:00 pm - Boxed Lunch

12:30 pm - Competition Judging

4:30 pm - Awards Ceremony

Please park in the BLUE lot at the back of the building, you will see balloons at the entrance to the Judge's Briefing

Dress Code: Business Casual / Business Professional

Judging presentation based competitive events (Public Speaking, Sales Presentation, etc)

Please dress business casual

Judges are needed to help judge our FCCLA (Family, Career, Community, Leaders of America) region competition. You will judge exciting events such as food innovations, fashion design, sports nutrition and much more.

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a national Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) for students in Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) education in public and private schools through grade 12. FCCLA offers intra-curricular resources and opportunities for students to pursue careers that support families. Since 1945, FCCLA members have made a difference in their families, careers, and communities by addressing important personal, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences education. ​

Georgia FCCLA is the state association of the national organization. We work to provide opportunities for students across the state through our events, programs, and resources. On local, regional, and state levels, we assist and guide our students to develop skills, prepare for their futures, and serve our communities.

With your help, the 2025 Dr. Jim and Peggie Morrow Glow Run for Educators will fund more scholarships for very deserving FCS employees to further their education. The race will be held on Sunday, November 16 at 4:30 PM beginning at Forsyth Central HS, and we would love for you to be a part of this radiant run as a sponsor.  In the information below, you will find Glow Run for Educators sponsorship levels and benefits. To ensure your sponsorship is recognized in Glow Run materials distributed to our 55,000+ students and their families and on the race t-shirt that will be seen throughout the entire community, the deadline for commitments is Friday, October 18. For more information visit https://runsignup.com/Race/GA/Cumming/BYOT.

A mentor is a caring adult who offers encouragement, guidance, and a positive example to help students grow and thrive. Mentors listen well, build trust, and support young people in developing their strengths.

How to Become a FCS Mentor: Becoming a mentor requires completing the FCS Mentor Application, attending a two-hour training session, and completing a background check. Training dates/times are listed within the FCS Mentor Application and a background check form will be provided at training.

Forsyth County Schools Mentoring Program follows the FCS school calendar and all mentors are asked to meet with their mentee for at least 30 minutes per week for the duration of the school year. If you have any questions, please email fcsmentoring@forsyth.k12.ga.us.

Learn more here: https://www.forsyth.k12.ga.us/mentor