 Student Learning Objectives. Instruction in this lesson should result in students achieving the following objectives:  1 Describe the duties and responsibilities of FFA chapter officers.  2 Explain the characteristics of a good FFA leader and the proper dress for all FFA members.

 Terms. The following terms are presented in this lesson (shown in bold italics):  advisor  chaplain  historian  influence  official dress  parliamentarian  president  process  relationship  reporter  secretary  sentinel  service  treasurer  vice president

 Anticipated Problem: What are the duties and/or responsibilities of the various FFA chapter officers?  I. Chapter officers serve a vital function in the FFA organization. The general duties for each officer are as follows:

 A. The _____________ is symbolized by a rising sun. His or her duties include:  1. Appointing committees and serving on them as an ex-officio member  2. ________________________________________  3. Evaluating the progress of the POA (Program of Activities) Committee.  4. Representing the chapter in official and public relation events

 B. The ___________ is symbolized by a plow. This officer’s duties are to:  1. ______________________________________  2. Develop the POA and serve as an ex-officio member on all committees  3. ____________________________________  4. Establish and maintain the chapter resource file

 C. The ____________ is symbolized by an ear of corn. The secretary’s duties include:  1. Preparing and posting meeting agenda  2. ______________________________________________________  3. Placing all committee reports in the designated area  4. Being responsible for chapter correspondence  5. _______________________________________________________  6. Keeping the POA wall chart current  7. ________________________________________________________

 D. The __________ is symbolized by a bust of George Washington. This officer’s duties are to:  1. Receive, record, and deposit FFA funds  2. Present monthly treasurer’s reports at meetings  3. ______________  4. Maintain a neat and accurate treasurer’s book  5. ___________________________________________  6. ___________________________________________

 E. The _______________ is symbolized by a United States flag. His or her duties are to:  1. Plan public information programs with radio, TV, and news media  2. __________________________________________  3. __________________________________________  4. Prepare and maintain a chapter scrapbook  5. Send stories to area, district, and state FFA reporters  6. ____________________________________________

 F. The __________ is symbolized by a shield of friendship. This officer’s responsibilities include:  1. Assisting the president in maintaining order  2. Keeping the meeting room, chapter equipment, and supplies in proper condition  3. ____________________________________________  4. ____________________________________________  5. Taking charge of candidates for degree ceremonies  6. Assisting with special features and refreshments

 G. The ___________ is symbolized by an owl. The advisor is responsible for:  1. ______________________________________  2. Informing prospective students and their parents about FFA  3. Instructing students in leadership and personal development  4. ________________________________________  5. ________________________________________  6. Preparing students for events and activities

 H. Other officers serve the FFA chapter as well. These may or may not be elected positions.  1. The ___________ —maintains the chapter’s scrapbook and assists the reporter  2. The _________________ —rules on questions of parliamentary procedure  3. The _______________ —presents the invocation at chapter functions

 Anticipated Problem: What are the characteristics of a good leader?  II. Chapter leaders should strive to lead by example and encourage fellow members to participate in chapter activities.

 A. A good FFA leader possesses 10 important characteristics. He or she:  1. ______________________________  2. Promotes group cooperation  3. Obtains information for group use  4. ______________________________________  5. Stimulates critical thinking and evaluation  6. _____________________________________  7. Encourages differences of opinion but strives for agreement  8. Remains neutral on issues and sees both sides  9. Attempts to change behavior of “troublesome participants”  10. _____________________________________

 B. Four areas important to Leadership are:  1. __________________ —encouraging an individual or group to take action  2. _______________ —encouraging people and being respected by the group; helping others find answers  3. Relationship —mutual respect between leader and followers  4. Service — _________________________________________________

 C. The uniform worn by FFA members is called the official dress.  1. The official dress for males includes:  a. Black slacks  b. White shirt  c. Official FFA tie  d. Black shoes and socks  e. FFA jacket zipped to the top

 2. The official dress for females includes:  a. Black skirt or slacks  b. White blouse  c. Official FFA scarf  d. Black shoes  e. FFA jacket zipped to the top

 3. The jacket should always:  a. Be neat and clean  b. Have proper name, pins, and lettering