AAFCS elevates the profession by inspiring research, leadership, and service to empower individuals, families and communities.
Alexandria, VA
Joined August 2009
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Supporting Family and Consumer Sciences means supporting financial literacy. Investing in FCS programs helps ensure learners have access to the resources they need. Learn more at aafcs.org
#FamilyandConsumerSciences #LifeReadyWithFCS #FinancialWellness
ALT A flyer from AAFCS titled "FCS: Building Strong Financial Futures at Every Age." It highlights the role of Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) professionals in improving financial literacy and other life skills. Bullet points list areas FCS impacts, such as financial management, career development, and health. The flyer notes over 215 million students are reached through the programs, and there are over 350 associations supporting 215 industries. Contact details for AAFCS are at the bottom.
Shawna has built innovative programs that connect learners to college, career, & community opportunities. She teaches at Shakopee High School, serves as an FCCLA adviser, & coordinates the Grow Your Own grant. Shawna is known for her leadership, program development, & passion.
TODAY is Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill! We'll be joining fellow advocates, educators, and organizations committed to empowering people through financial education. See you there from 4 to 6 pm!
Behind every thriving community are individuals with the skills to make informed decisions, support their families, and contribute to society. FCS helps make that possible. #StrongCommunities #FamilyConsumerSciences #FCSMatters
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Where do credentials fit in the education-to-workforce pipeline? They help create connections between learning, demonstration, & employer needs. Strong credentialing systems depend on strong connections. Explore our credentialing portfolio & the pathways it supports.
This Thurs is Financial Literacy Day on Capitol Hill! We'll be joining fellow advocates, educators, & orgs committed to empowering people through financial education. Learn how financial literacy changes lives, strengthens communities, & supports lifelong financial well-being!
“As FCS professionals we are always in AOM mode—Adjust on the Move.”
—Ethel Jones kicking off day two of the 2026 Leadership Summit on Grounded and Adaptive Leadership Principles
“I learned very early in my career, leadership is not about you. It’s about your team.”
—Karleah Harris
Florence Wydra-Gat with practical tips on avoiding and counteracting burnout in the workplace with Mind to Body micro practices.
#LS2026 #LeadershipSummit #AAFCS #ElevateFCS
“It’s not people that are broken, it’s the systems and limitations we’re operating in.”
Bernard Green on approaching the challenge of Leading With Equity
#LS2026 #AAFCS #LeadershipSummit #ElevateFCS
Respect is at the heart of strong families, thriving communities, and successful workplaces.️ Today, on National Respect Day, we celebrate the values that help guide FCS professionals: empathy, inclusion, collaboration, and respect for all.
#FCSFriday #NationalRespectDay
FCS is building strong individuals, families, and communities through practical, evidence-based education. Every lesson has real-life impact. 💙
#FamilyConsumerSciences #FCSMatters
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We're counting down to Financial Literacy Day with @jumpstart1995 on Capitol Hill! On Sept. 24, we'll join advocates and educators to champion financial literacy as a vital life skill. Proud that FCS educators help build financial well-being every day. #FinLitHillDay #FCS
What do credentials tell employers? They provide evidence of knowledge & competencies. Credentials support conversations around hiring, workforce readiness, professional development, & talent pipelines. Employers: What skills/competencies are most important to see verified?
Credentials aren’t just certificates. Programs like our Pre-PAC (Pre-Professional Assessment and Certification) provide industry-recognized, standards-based credentials designed to measure what students know and can do in real-world settings.
