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Feature Fridays 2024

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April

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AAFCS featured by partner Jump$tart in their publication "Financial Fridays" 💸🎉

Read the article as AAFCS shares more about its advocacy program, efforts to move financial literacy forward, and financial certifications. ➡️⭐

🔗 Read now here

April is Financial Literacy Month! Enhance your financial literacy skills with AAFCS! Check out the Pre-Professional and Professional Certifications that AAFCS has to offer! ✍️💸💫

🔗 Learn more about Pre-PAC here!

🔗 Learn more about Professional Certifications here!

💡 April is Financial Literacy Month! 💡

Take control of your finances and build a brighter future. 📈💰 Whether you're budgeting, investing, or planning for retirement, now's the perfect time to boost your financial knowledge. The AAFCS, offers a wealth of resources to support your financial literacy journey. Let's make smart money moves together! 💪

March

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📢 Happy Virtual Advocacy Day!

We're excited to celebrate a day dedicated to empowering change and making a difference. Explore our comprehensive advocacy resources on our website and learn how you can be a voice for positive change in the community. Together, we can bring visibility to emerging challenges and the critical role that Family and Consumer Sciences plays in supporting individuals, building strong communities, and establishing frameworks for success in communities around the United States. 💪

🔗 Visit our advocacy website here for more information and resources!

🌍 Happy World Home Economics Day 2025! 🌍

The International Federation for Home Economics 2025 theme is Tackling Overconsumption!

Our current consumption habits are unsustainable, leading to health issues, financial problems, climate change, and pollution. It's time for a change! Home economics can guide us to live sustainably and improve our quality of life. Tackling overconsumption isn't about sacrifice – it's about creating a better future for everyone! 🌱✨

Learn More Here!

🥧 Happy Pi Day! 🥧
Celebrate the magic of 3.14 with AAFCS! From baking the perfect pie to understanding the science behind nutrition, Pi Day is a reminder of the endless possibilities in FCS. Let's honor the beauty of mathematics and its connection to our everyday lives.

Join the fun and share your favorite Pi Day recipes or activities! 📏🍰

🌿 Spring into Healthy Habits with a Home Garden! 🌿

Start your own garden and enjoy fresh, nutritious produce while boosting your wellness! 🌱🍅 What do you grow in your garden?

🔗 Read More for Tips and Tricks Here!

February

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🌸🌞 Spring into healthy habits this National Play Outside Day! 🌞🌸

Tomorrow is the perfect day to embrace the great outdoors and enjoy the fresh air, no matter the weather! Whether it's a hike, a bike ride, a walk in the park, or even building a snowman, let's celebrate by making the most of nature and boosting our well-being! 🌳🚴‍♂️🏃‍♀️⛄

🖤✨ February is Black History Month! This year's theme from ASALH is "African Americans and Labor," highlighting and celebrating the profound impact of Black labor throughout history.

🔗 Learn more and access resources here!

Thank you for joining AAFCS in celebrating FCS Educator Day on Feb 12!! 🌟 We highlighted the wonderful impact of FCS Educators and the important work they do to shape futures, launch dreams, and guide students to new heights! 🚀 🌠

🔗 Learn More Here!

Exciting news!! 🎉 We’re thrilled to announce a fun new way to connect with fellow FCS professionals and members: Letter Links! ✨

This exciting pen pal program is designed to build connections, foster collaboration, and create a sense of community among our members. Whether you're looking to share ideas, experiences, or simply build meaningful relationships, Letter Links is the perfect opportunity to do so!

How it works:
1️⃣ Sign up to be paired with a fellow FCS member.
2️⃣ Receive your pen pal's info and get writing!
3️⃣ Share your insights, advice, or just get to know one another through handwritten or digital letters.

Let’s build stronger bonds and create a supportive network where we can learn and grow together. 💌✨ Ready to join? Sign up now and let’s get the letters rolling!

Sign Up Here!

January

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🌟 Happy National Preschool Health and Fitness Day! 🌟

Today, we're celebrating the importance of keeping preschoolers active and healthy! 🏃‍♂️🍎 From fun exercises and activities to nutritious snacks, let's inspire our preschoolers to embrace a healthy lifestyle. 💪✨

📚 Happy International Day of Education! 🌍

Today, we celebrate the power of education to transform lives and build a brighter future for all! Education is the key to unlocking potential, fostering innovation, and creating opportunities.

Let's honor the educators, students, and lifelong learners who inspire us every day. Join us in celebrating the impact of education on our world! 🎓✨

Start the New Year Strong! ✨

Kick off 2025 with a solid financial plan using the Consumer Budget Planner worksheet from our partner AFSA. 📊💡

Whether you're setting new goals or refining your budget, this tool is perfect for making smart financial decisions. Let's make this year your best one yet! 💪💰

Download Here!

Join us for the January Powering the Profession: Your Expertise, Our Standards, Safer Outcomes!

Explore the critical role of ULSE and AAFCS in enhancing community awareness of safety standards for everyday products. Learn how to elevate safety awareness in your communities!

🗓️ January 29, 2025
🕛 12 PM EST
🔗 Register: here

National Write to Congress Day! 

Today is the perfect opportunity to make your voice heard and advocate for Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS). Your support can make a difference in shaping policies that impact our communities.

Visit our advocacy website here to learn how you can reach out to your representatives and support FCS initiatives!