State Peer Officer Team (SPOT) Application

State Peer Officer Team Application
As a SPOT candidate, I acknowledge that I meet the following criteria:*

I am currently a freshman (9th grade), sophomore (10th grade), or junior (11th grade).I have at least one (1) full year of FCCLA membership.I am currently an active member of Nebraska FCCLA in an affiliated chapter.I have completed the equivalent of at least one (1) semester of Family & Consumer Sciences classes.I am not a present or former member of the Nebraska FCCLA State Peer Officer Team.
As a SPOT candidate, I acknowledge that I understand these policies related to the selection process:*

Applicants may only apply for one team per year.Only one applicant per chapter will be selected to serve on each team, however, more than one applicant from a chapter may be selected as a finalist.Based on the stated priority of each applicant and total cumulative points from the selection procedures (must earn at least 70 points), up to the four following officer positions will be selected: Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, Secretary, and Public Relations.One person from each team will also be selected to serve on the overall SPOT Council. Based on stated priority and cumulative points from the selection procedures the following positions will be selected: Coordinator, Vice Coordinator and Secretary.Two Personal Profile forms are to be completed and returned. One must be completed by the applicant’s chapter adviser and the other by an adult school staff member familiar with the applicant’s qualifications. If the applicant’s chapter adviser is also their parent, select another adult school representative to complete the Personal Profile.Candidates are strongly encouraged to attend the Peer Education Conference (February 23, 2026 in Kearney).If selected as a finalist, candidates are required to attend the State Leadership Conference (March 29-31, 2026 in Lincoln).
If selected to a State Peer Education Team, I acknowledge that I will be REQUIRED to attend the following events (for their entirety):*

SPOT Summer Meeting – June 16, 2026 in Kearney/Grand IslandSPOT Retreat – July 20-22, 2026 at The Leadership Center in AuroraFall Leadership Conferences – September/October 2026 (locations will be assigned at SPOT Retreat)District Leadership Conferences – October/November 2026 (locations will be assigned at SPOT Retreat)District STAR Event Competitions – January/February 2027 (locations will be assigned at SPOT Retreat)SPOT Winter Planning – January/February 2027 in LincolnState Leadership Conference – April 4-6, 2027 in LincolnZoom Meetings as scheduled throughout the school year
If selected to a State Peer Education Team, I acknowledge that I am strongly encouraged to attend the following event, but it is not required:*

National Leadership Conference – July 6-10, 2026 in Washington D.C.

Applicants for all teams will submit/participate in the following selection phases; each phase is worth the stated amount of points.

Application	Due by January 15, 2026 at 11:59pm CST	20 points
*The following phases all take place during the State Leadership Conference (March 29-31, 2026 in Lincoln).*
Knowledge Test	Members will have to demonstrate knowledge of the Nebraska Peer Education program, applicable National Program, and FCCLA.	20 points
Presentation	A 2-3 minute presentation on a selected topic. Some type of visual aid and/or prop is required, which an include digital presentations or physical visual aids.	30 points
Personal Interview	This will be conducted by the same panel who evaluates the presentation.	30 points

Student Information
Applicant Name*

First NameLast Name
Chapter Name*
Current Grade in School*
Cell Phone Number*
School Email*
example@example.com
Personal Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Name*

First NameLast Name
Parent/Guardian Email*
example@example.com
Parent/Guardian Cell Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Home Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Personal Qualifications
The grade level students could first be an FCCLA member at my school*
The grade levels in which I have been/am a member of FCCLA*

6th grade7th grade8th grade9th grade (Freshman)10th grade (Sophomore)11th grade (Junior)
Select the team you are applying for:*

Family LeaderCareer LeaderCommunity Leader

Please indicate which officer position you would like from 1 (highest preference) to 4 (lowest preference). This ranking is used to determine officer positions in the selection process. *

	Ranking
Chairperson
Vice Chairperson
Secretary
Public Relations

I am planning to compete in District STAR Events*

YesNo
I will be completing in this STAR Event (please include level).

Chapter Information
Chapter Adviser Name*

First NameLast Name
Adviser Email*
Adviser Cell Phone*
School Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Personal Profile Forms
Two (2) Personal Profile forms are to be completed as part of the application process.

One (1) must be completed by the applicant’s chapter adviser. If the applicant’s chapter adviser is also their parent, select another adult school representative to complete the Personal Profile.

One (1) must be completed an adult school staff member familiar with the applicant’s qualifications.

Please indicate who will be completing your Personal Profile forms below. You will need their name, title/role, and email address. DO NOT LIST YOUR CHAPTER ADVISER IN THE BOX BELOW.
Name of Adult School Staff Member*

First NameLast Name
Title/Role*
Email Address*
example@example.com
Is your chapter adviser your parent/guardian?*

Please answer the following questions in paragraph from using complete sentences. Responses should be limited to 100 words.
Why do you believe you would be an asset to this team?*

0/100
What does Peer Education mean to you?*

0/100
List your involvement in the following and include year(s) of participation. These responses should be in list format.

FCCLA attendance at conferences and events and indicate any special responsibilities assumed, when appropriate. Note that not every space may be filled; if you have nothing for a space, please type N/A.
District Level*
State Level*
National Level*
Experiences you have had with FCCLA, Family & Consumer Sciences Education, your school, and your community that have helped to prepare you for this position. Note that not every space may be filled; if you have nothing for a space, please type N/A.
Family & Consumer Sciences Courses and grade level when taken*
Chapter/District Leadership Positions*
National Programs*
Competitive Events*
Experiences you have had in your school and community that have helped to prepare you for this position. Note that not every space may be filled; if you have nothing for a space, please type N/A.
Other School Activities*
Community Leadership Activities*

Upload your signed SPOT Signature Page here. *

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Upload your signed State Peer Officer Leadership Pledge & Code of Conduct here. *

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Upload your completed CTSO Medical Release/Personal Conduct Agreement Form here. *

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By signing below, I acknowledge that the information provided in this submission is accurate and complete, to the best of my knowledge.*

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State Peer Officer Team Application