1. Objective 03.01 Describe at least ten historical events that have shaped the establishment of Agricultural Education.

2. 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.

3. 1928 FFA became a National Organization. A network of teachers guided the establishment of FFA as a team effort to establish a club for boys with similar farm interest.

4. 1935 NFA was formed New Farmers of America Was intended for black students

5. 1950 FFA became one of a few student organizations to receive a Federal Charter from Congress.

6. 1965 FFA and NFA merged

7. 1969 Girls were allowed in FFA for the first time

8. FFA FFA Colors: –Corn Gold –National Blue FFA has a motto, symbols, Creed, magazine “New Horizons” FFA is a national organization with members from across the United States

9. FFA Mission Develop premiere leadership, personal growth and career success Promotes teamwork, cooperation, and citizenship