ffa is a national organization with members from across the us
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FFA is a national organization with members from across the US
History of Agriculture/FFA
1917 : Smith-Hughes Act established funding for vocational agriculture in high school
1920s: Virginia was the first state to have Future Farmers clubs for boys
1928: FFA became a National Organization
History of Agriculture/FFA
1935: NFA was formed (NEW FARMERS OF AMERICA) for black students
1950: FFA became one of a few student organizations to receive a Federal Charter from Congress (Public Law 740)
1965: NFA and FFA
merged
History of Agriculture/FFA
1969: Girls were allowed in the FFA for the first time
FFA Then and Now
1988Name changed to
National FFA Organization
1989Magazine name
changed to FFA New Horizons
1999
FFA National convention moved to Louisville, KY from Kansas City, MO
In 2006
The FFA National Convention will moved from Louisville, Kentucky to Indianapolis, Indiana
It will return to Louisville, KY in 2013
FFA Colors
National blue
Corn gold
Go PACK!!!! Maybe not corn gold or National blue
BUT……
Still THE BEST!
FFA Motto Learning to Do Doing to Learn Earning to Live Living to Serve
FFA Mission
To make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success.
FFA Salute
The Pledge of Allegiance
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under god, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Official dress
FemalesBlack skirtWhite blouseFFA scarfBlack shoesFFA jacket zipped to the
top
Official dress
MalesBlack pantsWhite shirtFFA tieBlack shoesFFA jacket zipped to the top
http://www.ffa.org/convention/html/pln_official_dress.html
Emblem
Cross Section of Corn
Serves as the emblem’s foundation just as corn has historically served as a foundation crop in American Agriculture.
Corn is also a symbol of unity because it is native to America and is grown in every state.
Rising Sun Symbolizes progress
in agriculture and the confidence FFA members have in the future.
The plow
Is the symbol of labor and tillage of the soil.
The owl Represents knowledge and
wisdom
The Eagle
Perched on top of the emblem and serves as a reminder of our freedom and ability to explore new horizons for the future of agriculture
Finally the words Agriculture Education surrounding the letters FFA indicate that FFA is an important part of the agriculture education program.
President
Station by the rising sun
Preside over meetings according to accepted rules of parliamentary procedure.
Vice President
Stationed by the plow
Assume all duties of the president if necessary.
Coordinate all committee work.
Secretary
Stationed by the ear of corn
Keeps an accurate record of all meetings
TreasurerStationed at the emblem of Washington
Keeps a record of the finances of the group.
ReporterStationed by the flag
Keeps the public informed of the group’s activities.
Sentinel
Stationed by the door
Assist the president in maintaining order. Keep the meeting room, chapter equipment
and supplies in proper condition. Welcome guests and visitors. Keep the meeting room comfortable.
FFA Creed- History
Written by E. M. Tiffany
Adopted at the 3rd National FFA Convention in 1930
Revised in 1965 and 1990 Comprised of five paragraphs, each
beginning with “I believe…”
FFA Creed- Use
Basic statement of beliefsExpresses a belief in work ethic,
patriotism, tradition that all members should share
FFA Creed- Use
New members are required to learn the FFA Creed before they are awarded the first degree of FFA Membership: “The Greenhand Degree”
Career Development Activities
- Very competitive
-Develop technical skills and leadership
Career Development Events
Examples:Dairy Evaluation CDEPoultry Evaluation CDEFloriculture CDEExtemporaneous Public Speaking
Career Development Events
Agriculture Mechanics Agriculture Sales Agriculture Tool ID. Creed Forestry Horse Evaluation
Career Development Events
Job interview Land judging Livestock Evaluation Nursery Landscape Prepared public
speaking Parliamentary procedure Tractor/Truck Driving
Career Development Activities
Hands-on ExperiencesDemonstration of Parliamentary
procedure to local clubs: develops students’ confidence and skill in conducting a business meeting
Career Development Activities
Interning at a nursery through SAE: Helps students learn and develop skill in plant identification
Students often write, learn, and present speeches and make presentations that develop poise, confidence, and leadership
Levels of FFA Competition
Chapter (local) Region State National
Leadership Development in FFA: PurposesDevelop premier leadership,
personal growth, and career success
Develop confidence, character, and citizenship
Leadership Development in FFA: PurposesBuild cooperative attitudes that
help students work with othersEncourage the improvement of
scholarship
Leadership Development in FFA: Ways and Means
Competitive events, leadership schools, committee assignments and convention participation opportunities are a few of the other FFA opportunities
FFA Degrees
Discovery
Greenhand
Chapter
State
American
Greenhand DegreeMember must meet the following minimumqualifications:
1. Be enrolled in agricultural education and havesatisfactory plans for a supervised agricultural experienceprogram.
2. Learn and explain the FFA Creed, motto and FFAMission Statement.
3. Describe and explain the meaning of the FFA emblemand colors.
4. Demonstrate a knowledge of the FFA Code of Ethics and the proper use of the FFA jacket.
5. Demonstrate a knowledge of the history of the organization, the chapter constitution and bylaws and the chapter Program of Activities.
6. Personally own or have access to the Official FFA Manual and the FFA Student Handbook.
7. Submit written application for the Greenhand FFA Degree.
Chapter Degree
Member must meet the following minimum qualifications:
1. Must have received the Greenhand FFA Degree.
2. Must have satisfactorily completed the equivalent of at least 180 hours of systematic school instruction in agricultural education at or above the ninth grade level, have in operation an approved supervised agricultural experience program, and be enrolled in an agricultural education course.
3. Have participated in the planning and conducting of at least three official functions in the chapter Program of Activities.
4. Have earned and productively invested at least $150 by the member’s own efforts or worked at least forty-five hours in excess of scheduled class time, or a combination thereof, and have developed plans for continued growth and improvement in a supervised agricultural experience program.
5. Have effectively led a group discussion for 10 minutes.6. Have demonstrated five procedures of parliamentary law.7. Show progress toward individual achievement in the FFA
award programs.8. Have a satisfactory scholastic record.9. Submit a written application for the Chapter FFA Degree.
State FFA DegreeMember must meet the following minimum
qualifications:1. Have received the Chapter FFA Degree.
2. Have been an active FFA member for at least two years (24 months)at the time of receiving the State FFA Degree.
3. While in school, have completed the equivalent of at least two years(360 hours) of systematic school instruction in agricultural educationat or above the ninth grade level, which includes a supervisedagricultural experience program.
4. Have earned and productively invested at least $1,000, or worked at least 300hours in excess of scheduled class time, or a combination thereof, in a supervisedagricultural experience program
5. Demonstrate leadership ability by:
a. Performing 10 procedures of parliamentary law.b. Giving a six minute speech on a topic relating to agriculture or the FFA.c. Serving as an officer, committee chairperson, or participating member of a chapter
committee.
6. Have a satisfactory scholastic record as certified by the local agricultural education instructor and the principal or superintendent.
7. Have participated in the planning and completion of the chapter Program ofActivities.
8. Have participated in at least five different FFA activities above the chapterlevel.
4 types of membership
Active member Alumni member Collegiate member Honorary member
Opening and closing ceremonies are rituals that add dignity to a meeting and explain the meaning of certain traditional emblems.
There are many other traditions and ceremonies used in the FFA that can benefit students both while in high school as well as in jobs after graduation.
What We Do
Banquet Conventions Leadership
Conferences Social events Community service Cookouts Recreation Camp
Fruit Sales CDE Events Parades State Fair Many more
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