Kearney High School’s FCCLA students represented Bulldog Nation with excellence at the 2026 FCCLA State Leadership Conference in Springfield.

A special congratulations goes to Kelleigh Andell and Ava Mayse, who earned 2nd place out of 19 teams in Interior Design Level 3 and received an invitation to nationals. Their project was an impressive, college-level capstone effort and a tremendous example of the kind of world-class work our students are capable of producing. Both students received invaluable and extensive interior design expertise and guidance from KHS Family & Consumer Sciences Teacher and FCCLA Advisor Kathryn Cash.

We also want to recognize Harper Harris, who competed in Professional Presentation Level 3. While she did not place in the top five this year, she took on a new challenge, stepped outside her comfort zone, and represented KHS with courage and poise. That kind of growth matters, and we are proud of her for embracing the experience.

A big thank you as well to Sloan Glenn, who served as a youth consultant, helped judge competitive events and also represented KHS as a voting delegate. Her positivity, leadership and willingness to serve helped make the trip even more meaningful.

“We are small but mighty, and we are so proud of our girls,” said FCCLA Advisor Kassidy Robertson.

Congratulations to these outstanding students and to Mrs. Robertson for helping lead such a successful showing at the state level. We are excited to cheer on Kelleigh and Ava as they prepare for nationals.

[Wednesday, Mar 18 at 1:49 PM]
The original version of this post failed to include the invaluable contributions of KHS FCCLA Advisor Kathryn Cash, who provided interior design expertise and guidance. That information has been added to this updated version. Please join us in expressing our gratitude to Ms. Cash and Mrs. Robertson for the amazing work they do with our students!