FFA

What is FFA?

A national organization for agricultural education students

History of FFA FFA began in 1917 in the state of

Virginia. It was first called Future Farmers. It was begun as a result of legislation called the Smith-Hughes act. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Smith%E2%80%93Hughes_Act

• 1928- The national organization was formed in Kansas City, Missouri.

• April 8, 1930-Box Elder High School chartered an FFA Chapter

History of FFA•19301930 – –The Creed was adopted. The Creed was adopted.

It It was written by Erwin Milton was written by Erwin Milton Tiffany. Tiffany. aka E. M. Tiffanyaka E. M. Tiffany

•1933-1933- Blue corduroy jackets Blue corduroy jackets were were chosen as the official dresschosen as the official dress

The FFA Creed

http://www.schooltube.com/video/8650af994f785c997cb4/E-M-Tiffany-Author-of-the-FFA-Creed

The FFA Creed

I believe in the future of agriculture, with a faith born not of words but of deeds – achievements won by the present and past generations of agriculturists; in the promise of better days through better ways, even as the better things we now enjoy have come to us from the struggles of former years.

The FFA Creed

I believe that to live and work on a good farm, or to be engaged in other agricultural pursuits, is pleasant as well as challenging; for I know the joys and discomforts of agricultural life and hold an inborn fondness for those associations which, even in hours of discouragement, I cannot deny.

The FFA Creed

I believe in leadership from ourselves and respect from others. I believe in my own ability to work efficiently and think clearly, with such knowledge and skill as I can secure, and in the ability of progressive agriculturists to serve our own and the public interest in producing and marketing the product of our toil.

The FFA Creed

I believe in less dependence on begging and more power in bargaining; in the life abundant and enough honest wealth to help make it so – for others as well as myself; in less need for charity and more of it when needed; in being happy myself and playing square with those whose happiness depends upon me.

The FFA Creed

I believe that American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our national life and that I can exert an influence in my home and community which will stand solid for my part in that inspiring task.

1950-Congress passes Public Law 81-740 (1998-PL 105-225) defining

the FFA as an intracurricular part of agriculture education. That is

what allows us to talk about FFA in this class

1965- New Farmers of America merge with FFA allowing Blacks to joint

the FFA

History of FFAHistory of FFA

The New Farmers of America (NFA) was an American youth organization of African-American farm boys studying agriculture in public schools throughout 18 states in the eastern and southern United States. The NFA started in 1927 in the state of Virginia, and merged in 1965 with the Future Farmers of America organization.

1969- Females were allowed to be in the FFA

1988- The name of the Future Farmers of America was changed to National FFA Organization

1999- National Convention was moved from Kansas City Mo. to Louisville, Kentucky.

2003- The FFA celebrates 75 years.

History of FFAHistory of FFA

2006- National Convention was moved from Louisville to Indianapolis, In

History of FFAHistory of FFA

http://www.schooltube.com/video/0302ff5b1bf444888d1c/Part-3-Mike-Rowe-speaks-at-the-82nd-National-FFA-Convention

The FFA EmblemThe FFA Emblem

Ear of Corn

Unity (Common

Agricultural Interest)

Rising Sun

Progress and new

opportunities

Plow Labor and tillage of

the soil

Owl Wisdo

m & knowledge

Eagle Freedo

m and national scope

of FFA

Words Inseparabl

e relationship between ag

education and FFA

The FFA Motto

Learning to Do, We are here in school to learn

Doing to Learn, Hands on learning is important

to agricultural education

The FFA Motto

Earning to Live, The FFA prepares you for

successful careers in agriculture

Living to Serve. The FFA promotes service to

others as a way of life

The FFA Motto

National Blue and Corn Gold

As the blue field of our nation's flag and the golden fields of ripened corn unify our country, the FFA colors of national blue and corn gold give unity to the organization.

The Official FFA Colors

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.

The FFA Mission

Premier Leadership The FFA gives YOU

leadership experience at the Local, State, and National levels

Teaches skills such as Parliamentary Procedure, Public Speaking, and more!

Personal Growth

The FFA assists YOU with personal growth as you participate in activities

Helps you develop traits such as responsibility, sportsmanship, and social skills!

Career Success

The FFA helps YOU get started in a career of your choice

Rewards you for your work with your SAE and teaches you valuable work skills!

The FFA Salute

The Salute of the FFA is the Pledge of Allegiance I pledge allegiance to the flag…

Members who are representing FFA in a good manner.

Who should wear it?

The Jacket:

Where and when should it be worn?

To all appropriate FFA occasions and other occasions where FFA is represented.

It may be worn to school. It is not to be worn in places not

appropriate for members to visit.

The Jacket:Where and when should it be worn?

How should it be worn and taken care of? It should be kept clean and neat

Dry cleaned

The Jacket:How should it be worn and taken care of?

Official dress for males includes: Black slacks, white shirt, official FFA tie, black shoes, black socks, official jacket -- zipped to the top.

Official dress for females includes: Black skirt, white blouse, FFA blue scarf, black shoes, official jacket -- zipped to the top.

Official Dress

Three award medals – Highest office, Highest degree,

Highest award -- should be placed beneath the individuals name.

What things should be worn on the jacket

Proficiency Awards

These are for members who excel in their SAE. A member can be an award winner at the local, state and national levels.

Greenhand degree – Have knowledge of FFA History,

FFA Creed. Motto, salute and other general FFA information.

Must be enrolled in an Ag course and have plans for an SAEP.

Degrees of Membership

Chapter FFA degree - Complete 180 hours of course work

(above 9th grade), Have Greenhand Degree Have SAEP Earned and invested $150 or worked

at least 45 hours outside class time in an SAEP

Demonstrate Leadership qualities.

Degrees of Membership

State FFA degree - Hold Chapter degree 24 month member, $1,000

earned and invested, 300 hours of SAEP

Give Speeches, be committee chairperson,

Much More

Degrees of Membership

American FFA degree Hold State FFA degree 36 month member, Have earned and productively invested at

least $7,500 or have earned and productively invested at least $1,500 and worked 2,250 hours in excess of scheduled class time.

Outstanding Leadership abilities and community involvement.

Much More

Degrees of Membership

In government Jimmy Carter: Former U.S. President In the arts Jim Davis: creator of the Garfield comic strip Jared Hess: director of Napoleon Dynamite Nicholas Kristof: Pulitzer Prize Winner, past Oregon State Officer Other Sterling Marlin: NASCAR driver Bo Jackson: American athlete and a former multi-sport professional in

American football (NFL) and Baseball (MLB) Bryant Reeves: retired American professional basketball player for the NBA's

Vancouver Grizzlies Mark Tauscher: American football Offensive Tackle for the Green Bay Packers of the

National Football League. Brad Meester: American football center for the Jacksonville Jaguars of the

National Football League. Former FFA chapter president.

Famous FFA People

In entertainment Trace Adkins: music entertainer Chris Colfer: actor best known for Glee Sheryl Crow: music entertainer Matthew Fox: actor best known for Lost and

Party of Five Don Henley: music entertainer Toby Keith: music entertainer Lyle Lovett: music entertainer Tim McGraw: music entertainer Willie Nelson: music entertainer Orion Samuelson: Radio Broadcaster Taylor Swift: music entertainer

Famous FFA People

The FFA Officers

Sarah Draper President: Stationed by the

rising sun. Coordinates chapter activities. Represents the chapter in PR

event Presides over meetings.

The FFA Officers Taylor Noyes Vice President: Stationed by

the plow. Assumes all duties of the

president if necessary. Develops the POA

The FFA Officers Taylor Johnson Secretary: Stationed by the

ear of corn. Prepares and presents

meeting minutes. Maintains member attendance

and activity records.

The FFA Officers Stephanie Nelson Treasurer: Stationed by the

Emblem of Washington Receives, records, and

deposits FFA funds. Presents reports at meetings. Collects dues.

The FFA Officers

Carson Toone Reporter: Stationed by the

American Flag. Sends news releases to local

and regional media. Publishes a chapter newsletter.

The FFA Officers Rylee Smoot & Cheyanne Baxter Historian: Stationed by the

scrapbook Prepares and maintains a

chapter scrapbook. Serves as chapter

photographer.

The FFA Officers Brent Dillree Sentinel: Stationed by the

Shield of Friendship or by the door.

Greets guests and visitors. Keeps the meeting room

comfortable.

The AdvisorsMr. BinghamMr. BurrellMrs. Cook

The FFA Officers Advisor: Stationed by the Owl. Supervises chapter activities. Informs prospective students and their

parents about FFA. Instructs students in leadership and

personal development. Builds school and community support. Encourages member involvement. Prepares students for events and

activities.