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The Community Enfield, Connecticut is a community proud of its many achievements as well as its current community projects. From its beginning, Enfield has been both a manufacturing and farming community. In agriculture, Enfield had been the largest tobacco-grower in the Connecticut Valley. The fantastic growth in home building had greatly decreased the amount of acreage available for tobacco. Enfield’s continuously growing population, which has now reached 45,000, is partially a reflection of the fact that several new businesses have recently moved into the area adding to the existing shopping centers. Today’s principle industries include sales services in the automotive field, the manufacturing of components, plastics, metal casting, wooden reels for wire cables, and vacuum systems. It is also known for its distribution centers for greeting cards, games, envelopes, pharmaceuticals supplies, and medicine. Some of the large Hartford companies have also expanded their operation to include branch offices in Enfield. The North Central Connecticut Chamber of Commerce has been very effective in enabling small businesses to network and continue to develop the business community. Fermi High School History The second high school to be opened in Enfield was Enrico Fermi High School, founded in 1970 and named after the famous Italian nuclear physicist. This year approximately 1110 students attend Enrico Fermi High School. Fermi is a comprehensive four-year high school that provides a sound program through its many course offerings. The Business/Finance and Marketing Education Department offers many different courses for college-bound students, for students who intend to begin employment immediately after graduation, and for students wanting courses for personal enrichment. The administration promotes involvement in extra-curricular activities, as evidenced by their support of the Future Business Leaders of America Chapter. Administrators realize that this is also an invaluable part of one’s education. FBLA at Fermi—The History In this historic and growing community, Future Business Leaders of America has found its role as a strong organization. Young men and women develop business and civic leadership as an integral part of every project sponsored by FBLA Chapter 5505. During Enrico Fermi High School’s first year, a Future Business Leaders of America Chapter consisting of eighteen members was chartered with the assistance of Enfield High School and former Connecticut FBLA State Advisor Richard Dyer. Each year, chapter members have taken an active interest in the competitive events at the State FBLA competitions. During the past years, it has been recognized as one of the top chapters in the state, receiving trophies in individual and chapter events. Currently there are over sixty registered active members in Chapter 5505. Mr. Neil Murawski: Fermi FBLA Advisor Some words from the point man at Chapter 5505:
It is with great pleasure and pride that I have been given the
opportunity to take on the role of becoming the advisor of the Enrico
Fermi Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) club. Being a former FBLA
member myself (many years ago), I always felt I had a special interest in
this organization. I understand the purpose that FBLA serves and the type
of students it attracts. I am totally supportive and committed to this
organization and fully respect what it represents.
Mr. Neil Murawski The 2001-2002 Officer Team
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