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Family and Consumer Sciences Education empowers individuals and families across the life span to manage the challenges of living and working in a diverse global society. Our unique focus is on families, work, and their interrelationships.
We are an affiliate of the American Association of Family & Consumer Sciences
Remembering Barbara "Barb" Barduson
December 29, 1925 — November 12, 2025
Barbara Barduson, almost 100, of Hastings, MN passed away peacefully at home on November 12, 2025. Barb graduated Magna Cum Laude from St. Olaf College with a Home Economics Education degree and as the President of the Honors Society.Hired as Executive Director of FHA for the state of MN, she created competitive events for MN as well as WINS KIDS Korps and a March of Dimes partnership. She was part of the core who worked to begin competitive events at the national level. She inspired many of her state and national officers to become successes in the business world. Her daughter Jill followed in her footsteps as a Home Ec teacher and FHA advisor.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Barb Barduson Scholarship Fund at mnfccla.org or to Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church/ Hastings.
Barbara’s full obituary can be found here.
Save the Date!
Friday, April 24th 2026!
Minnesota State University, Mankato!
Call for session proposals is now OPEN! Check your emails for a link to the form, or email krysten.dane.2@mnsu.edu
Registration is now open!
Pathways Tours: Friday, 4/10 from 10 to 12:15
-General Pathway - the ISU Innovation Center (Culinary and Design areas) and the ISU Child Development Lab School – 2 different buildings
-Culinary Pathway - the ISU Creamery, the ISU Brewery and information on the Blue Cheese History – 1 large building
-Textiles Pathway - Morrill Hall Textiles Museum and the Fashion and Textile Department classes – 2 buildings
Breakout sessions: 3 Tracks— 3 sessions each
2:00pm to 4:45pm
-Retired
-Professional
-Teachers
Multi State Awards Dinner: T.O.Y., New Achiever, Leader Awards & more!
Register here.
Gala Details…
-Honoring 30+ years of membership and service -Inspirational Speaker: "Bicycle Bill" Bill Middeke of Eden Prairie- State Fair Baking Champ who believes breadmaking is "therapy," -Silent Auction: Bid on a variety of items and experiences, with proceeds supporting scholarships, outreach, and professional development.
-Wine & Dessert Wall: Purchase a chance to take home a surprise bottle of wine or delicious dessert.
-Vendor Tables: Explore local businesses and community organizations. -Board Updates: Hear from our leadership about the exciting future of MAFCS.
-Appetizers & Cash Bar: Enjoy light bites and refreshments as you mingle. Cost: $20 per person, $30 per pair, $10 per additional guest.
Registration Deadline: October 31, 2025. To Register online- CLICK HERE To Register by mail- CLICK HERE
MAFCS Awards Nominations are now open. Go to the Member Link above.
Nominate an MAFCS Outstanding Early Career professional, Outstanding Professional, Outstanding Service member and an Outstanding Friend of MAFCS.
Looking for a scholarship? Nominations are now open for undergraduate, graduate and online post-secondary students enrolled in FCS programs and FCS related programs.
MAFCS will award one Best Practice grant for a FCS teacher.
Apply for HUGS or NPS funds to attend the AAFCS Midwest Regional Conference, April 9-11, 2026 at the Gateway Hotel, Ames, IA.
Congratulations!
MAFCS Member Mia Battistone, CFCS is the 2025 (AAFCS) American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Teacher of the Year!
Mia was recognized for her accomplishments at the AAFCS Annual Conference during the 2025 AAFCS Annual Conference in Kansas City, MO.
MAFCS 2025 State Conference- FCS to the Future
MAFCS Conference Review
Thank you for making the MAFCS 2025 State Conference: FCS to the Future a success!
CONFERENCE SCHEDULE, SESSIONS AND SPEAKER BIOS Summary - CLICK HERE
For more information, contact mafcsinfo@gmail.com
THANK YOU EXHIBITORS & SPONSORS!
The MAFCS Conference is a success thanks to your support! To contact an exhibitor or sponsor, use the QR Code in the picture to the left.
