A house RESOLUTION

 

TO RECOGNIZE AND COMMEND THE BRIDGES PREPARATORY SCHOOL FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA (FBLA) CHAPTER FOR ITS DEDICATION TO LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, COMMUNITY SERVICE, AND ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE.

 

Whereas, the Bridges Preparatory School FBLA chapter works diligently to prepare students for careers in business, computer science, and leadership through competitive events, service initiatives, and professional skill-building opportunities; and

 

Whereas, the students of Bridges Preparatory School consistently demonstrate dedication, teamwork, and a strong commitment to making a positive impact within their school and the surrounding community; and

 

Whereas, Future Business Leaders of America Inc. (FBLA) is a nonprofit educational organization whose first chapter was established in Johnson City, Tennessee, in 1942; and

 

Whereas, Iowa became FBLA's first state chapter in 1947; and

 

Whereas, Bridges Preparatory School officially chartered its local FBLA chapter on February 19, 2025; and

 

Whereas, FBLA includes more than 250,000 members and advisors across 4,600 chapters nationwide in middle schools, high schools, colleges, universities, career and technical schools, and private business institutions; and

 

Whereas, FBLA is a professional organization dedicated to fostering a positive partnership between business and education through innovative leadership and career development programs; and

 

Whereas, FBLA members actively engage in community service and strive to deepen their understanding of the modern business environment; and

 

Whereas, the Bridges Preparatory School FBLA chapter has been recognized by National FBLA as a Champion Chapter for its community service initiatives; and

 

Whereas, FBLA equips middle school, high school, and college students with foundational business and leadership skills and assists them in successfully transitioning from school to the workforce.  Now, therefore,

 

Be it resolved by the House of Representatives:

 

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, by this resolution, recognize and commend the Bridges Preparatory School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter for its dedication to leadership development, community service, and academic excellence.

 

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution be presented to Charity Summers, Bridges Preparatory School FBLA Advisor.

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