Magnolia High School Students Excel at the FBLA District IV Competition

Magnolia High School FBLA students demonstrated outstanding skill, leadership and professionalism at the Future Business Leaders of America District IV Competition, with several earning top placement awards and qualifying for the State Conference in April.

Competing against students from schools across the district, students showcased their knowledge in business, technology, finance, public speaking, and leadership-based events. Through exams, presentations, and performances, students applied real-world career skills and represented Magnolia with excellence.

The following students placed in their respective events:

Hayden White, Introduction to Information Technology, 1^st place
Sophia Sanchez and Makhia Madison, Graphic Design, 1^st place
Tomoko Schneiderwind, Journalism, 2^nd place
Garrett O’Dell, Financial Planning, 2^nd place
Mason Browning, Sports and Entertainment Management, 2^nd place
Aiden Jones, Impromptu Speaking, 2^nd place
Ja’Niya Turner, Retail Management, 2^nd place
Paris Black, Human Resource Management, 2^nd place
Joslyn Rios, Advanced Accounting, 3^rd place
Baylee Kinnaird, Agribusiness, 4^th place
Carter Chambliss, Cybersecurity, 4^th place
Kendall Bailey, Introduction to Business Communication, 5th place
Zoey Critton, Accounting, 5^th place
Alberto Baes, Project Management, 6^th place
Auzy Simmons, Data Science and AI, 6^th place
MHS FBLA, Largest Chapter Membership, 5^th place

Students who placed have qualified to advance to the State competition, where they will compete with students from across the state.

Other students who are competing in State Competitive events are: Mohammed Alroobi, Hasan Alroobi, Ja’Tawan Bates, Jairo Diaz, Shelby Gill, Ashlyn Gulley, Bentlee Kinnaird, Chelse Meza, Christopher Revels, and Zoey Robertson.

FBLA helps students prepare for careers in business and technology by developing leadership skills, academic excellence, and real-world readiness through competitive events and community involvement.

“Our students have worked incredibly hard to develop both technical and professional skills. Their dedication, preparation, and teamwork truly paid off, and we are very proud of their accomplishments,” said FBLA Advisors, Ms. Spence and Mrs. Fish.

Congratulations to all participants for representing Magnolia with professionalism and Panther Pride.