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Launch’s clubs and Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs) allow our students to explore passions, make friends, and grow far beyond the virtual classroom. Students interested in joining clubs and organizations should refer to their orientation packet for sponsor contact information and how to get involved!

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Distributive Education Clubs of America

The DECA experience starts in the classroom as students learn business concepts in preparation for college and careers. Launch's DECA chapter helps students learn and elevate this business-minded classroom knowledge by connecting them to professionals in related fields, encouraging leadership development, and providing opportunities to compete in real-world business and marketing scenarios. Through conferences, competitions, and networking experiences, students build the skills, confidence, and connections needed for future success in business, entrepreneurship, finance, hospitality, and marketing careers.

Mission Statement
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

Future Business Leaders of America

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) helps high school students prepare for careers in business through academic competitions, leadership development, and educational programs. Launch's FBLA chapter expands on these opportunities by connecting students with local business professionals, industry experiences, and like-minded peers who share an interest in leadership and entrepreneurship. Through competitions, workshops, networking events, and hands-on learning experiences, students develop practical skills, build confidence, and explore future career pathways in the business world.

Mission Statement
FBLA inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

Family, Career & Community Leaders of America

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) is a national Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) for students in Family and Consumer Sciences (FCS) education in public and private schools through grade 12. FCCLA offers intra-curricular resources and opportunities for students to pursue careers that support families. Since 1945, FCCLA members have been making a difference in their families, careers, and communities by addressing important personal, work, and societal issues through Family and Consumer Sciences education. Launch's FCCLA Chapter helps students make connections and exposes them to professionals in related fields.

Mission Statement
To promote personal growth and leadership development through Family and Consumer Sciences education. Focusing on the multiple roles of family member, wage earner, and community leader, members develop skills for life through character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and career preparation.

Future Farmers of America

Future Farmers of America (FFA) is a dynamic youth organization that changes lives and prepares members for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. FFA develops members’ potential and helps them discover their talent through hands-on experiences, which give members the tools to achieve real-world success. Members are future farmers, chemists, veterinarians, government officials, entrepreneurs, bankers, international business leaders, teachers, and premier professionals in many career fields. Launch's FFA Chapter is one of the first virtual FFA chapters in the nation and regularly has students compete and place at local and regional competitions.

Mission Statement
FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.

Health Occupation Students of America

Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA) is a global student-led organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Department of Health and Human Services, as well as several federal and state agencies. Launch's HOSA chapter provides students interested in healthcare careers with opportunities to develop leadership skills, expand their medical knowledge, and connect with healthcare professionals in the community. Through competitions, service projects, career exploration activities, and real-world experiences, students gain valuable insight into the healthcare field while building relationships with peers who share their passion for improving the health and well-being of others.

Mission Statement
HOSA’s mission is to empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration, and experience.

Student Leadership (STAR)

Launch STAR serves as Launch's student council (high school and middle school opportunities are available), providing students with opportunities to develop leadership skills while helping shape the culture and direction of the school community. Through planning events, leading service initiatives, representing student voices, and collaborating with staff and peers, STAR members play an active role in creating a positive and engaging school experience. Launch's STAR program empowers students to make meaningful contributions, build lasting connections, and grow as leaders both inside and outside the classroom.

Launch Lego Club

National Honor Society

The Launch chapter of the National Honor Society is dedicated to empowering, championing and recognizing well-rounded virtual learners by elevating a culture of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. The Launch chapter of the National Honor Society is a proud affiliate of the organization that has been promoting student success for more than 100 years. The purpose of this NHS chapter is to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, stimulate a desire to render service, promote worthy leadership, and encourage the development of character in Launch Virtual Learning secondary students. Membership in this chapter is an honor bestowed upon deserving students based on the criteria of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Once selected, members have the responsibility to continue to demonstrate these same qualities.

Constitution

Bylaws

The National Honor Society chapter of Launch Virtual Learning is a duly chartered and affiliated chapter of the National Honor Society.

Membership is open to those students who meet the required standards in four areas of evaluation: scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Students are selected for membership by majority vote of a 5-member Faculty Council, appointed annually by the principal, which bestows this honor upon qualified students on behalf of the faculty of our school each year. The chapter adviser, Mrs. Airin Bassett, is also appointed by the principal and facilitates all selection procedures and chapter activities during the year.

Students in grades 10, 11, & 12 who have been enrolled with Launch Virtual Learning for at least one academic year are eligible for membership. For the scholarship criterion, a student must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale. Those students who meet this criterion are invited to complete a Candidate Form that provides the Faculty Council with information regarding the candidate’s leadership and service. A history of leadership experiences and participation in school or community service is also required.

To evaluate a candidate’s character, the Faculty Council obtains additional professional input. First, official school disciplinary records are reviewed. Second, references are requested to provide reflections on a candidate’s eligibility, including service activities, character, citizenship, and leadership. These recommendations and the Candidate Forms are carefully reviewed by the Faculty Council to determine whether each candidate meets the criteria for membership. A majority vote of the Council is necessary for selection. Following a review of the results of the Faculty Council voting by the principal, candidates are notified regarding selection or non-selection according to a predetermined schedule.

Once the notification process is completed, a formal induction ceremony is held by the school to recognize all the newly selected members. Once inducted, new members are required to maintain the same level of performance (or better) in all criteria that led to their selection. This obligation includes regular participation in chapter meetings held monthly during the school year, as well as participation in the chapter service projects(s). A full list of member obligations is provided to all candidates and is available from the chapter adviser upon request. Students or parents who have questions regarding the selection process or membership obligations can contact the chapter adviser, Mrs. Airin Bassett at airinbassett@spsmail.org or by phone at 417-523-8422.

National Junior Honor Society

The Launch chapter of the National Junior Honor Society is a proud affiliate of the organization that has been promoting student success for more than 100 years. The purpose of this NJHS chapter is to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, stimulate a desire to render service, promote worthy leadership, and encourage the development of character in Launch Virtual Learning secondary students. Membership in this chapter is an honor bestowed upon deserving students based on the criteria of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Once selected, members have the responsibility to continue to demonstrate these same qualities.

Constitution

Bylaws

The National Junior Honor Society chapter of Launch Virtual Learning is a duly chartered and affiliated chapter of the National Junior Honor Society.

Membership is open to those students who meet the required standards in four areas of evaluation: scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Students are selected for membership by majority vote of a 5-member Faculty Council, appointed annually by the principal, which bestows this honor upon qualified students on behalf of the faculty of our school each year. The chapter adviser, Mrs. Julia Banfield, is also appointed by the principal and facilitates all selection procedures and chapter activities during the year.

Students in grades 8 who have been enrolled with Launch Virtual Learning for at least one academic year are eligible for membership. For transfer students who have only been with Launch for 1 semester, an appeal can be made with the NJHS sponsor for consideration. A letter of recommendation from a teacher from their previous school along with transcripts showing they meet the GPA requirements must be submitted to the chapter advisor.

For the scholarship criterion, a student must have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better on a 4.0 scale. Those students who meet this criterion are invited to complete a Candidate Form that provides the Faculty Council with information regarding the candidate’s leadership and service. A history of leadership experiences and participation in school or community service is also required.

Once the notification process is completed, a formal induction ceremony is held by the school to recognize all the newly selected members. Once inducted, new members are required to maintain the same level of performance (or better) in all criteria that led to their selection. This obligation includes regular participation in chapter meetings held monthly during the school year, as well as participation in the chapter service projects(s). A full list of member obligations is provided to all candidates and is available from the chapter adviser upon request. Students or parents who have questions regarding the selection process or membership obligations can contact the chapter adviser, Mrs. Julia Banfield at jrbanfield@spsmail.org or 417-523-1068.

Technology Student Association

The Technology Student Association (TSA) is a national Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) of students engaged in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) courses and curriculum. Launch's TSA chapter's purpose is to help elevate these student interests and allow them to share expereinces and passions with like-minded peers, all while connecting them to real-world experiences in STEM-related industries and fields.

Mission Statement
The Technology Student Association enhances personal development, leadership, and career opportunities in STEM, whereby members apply and integrate those concepts through intracurricular activities, competitions, and related programs.

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Distributive Education Clubs of America

Future Business Leaders of America

Family, Career & Community Leaders of America

Future Farmers of America

Health Occupation Students of America

Student Leadership (STAR)

Launch Lego Club

National Honor Society

National Junior Honor Society

Technology Student Association

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