1. FFA -- a way to gain leadership skills, improve yourself, and gain agricultural experiences

2. What is FFA? A national organization for agricultural education students

3. History of FFA
FFA began in 1917 in the state of Virginia. It was first called Future Farmers. It was began as a result of legislation called the Smith-Hughes act.
1931 The creed was adopted. It was written by E.M. Tiffany.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. 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.

9. History of FFA
1928- The national organization was formed in Kansas City, Missouri.
1933- Blue corduroy jackets were chosen as the official dress

10. History of FFA
1950-Congress passes Public Law (1998-PL ) 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

11. History of FFA 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.
2006- National Convention moved to Indianapolis, Indiana.
2003- The FFA celebrates 75 years.

12. Louisville

13. Indianapolis

14. The FFA Emblem

15. The cross section of an ear of corn…
… represents our common interest in agriculture.

16. …is symbolic of the national scope of
The eagle...
…is symbolic of the national scope of
the FFA.

17. The rising sun...
…represents
progress in
agriculture.

18. The plow...
...symbolizes labor
and tillage
of the soil.

19. The owl...
… represents knowledge and wisdom.

20. The words Agricultural Education surrounding FFA...
...tell us that FFA is an important part...
… of an ag education program.

21. This is our FFA emblem...

22. … wear it with pride!

23. The FFA Motto

24. Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, We are here in school to learn
Hands on learning is important to agricultural education

25. Earning to Live, Living to Serve.
The FFA prepares you for successful careers in agriculture
Living to Serve.
The FFA promotes service to others as a way of life
Have students memorize the Motto with their neighbor.

26. The Official FFA Colors

27. 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.

28. The FFA Mission

29. 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.

30. 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!
Give students a moment to answer “What leadership skill would you like to develop?”

31. 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!
Answer “What would you like to change about yourself?”

32. 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!
Answer “Where would you like to work in ten years?” Guarantee students they can accomplish these in the FFA!

33. The FFA Salute

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

35. The Jacket:
Who should wear it? Members who are representing FFA in a good manner.

36. The Jacket:
Where and when should it be worn? To all 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.

37. The Jacket
How should it be worn and taken care of? It should be kept clean and neat
Dry cleaned

38. Official Dress
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.

39. What things should be worn on the jacket?
A large FFA emblem on the back, small emblem on the front
state association and local chapter names on back
name of the individual and one office.

40. What things should be worn on the jacket
School letters or other insignia should not be worn.
Three award medals -- highest office, highest degree, highest award -- should be placed beneath the individuals name.

41. 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.

42. List Proficiency Awards that Interest me.
Ag. Electrification
Ag. Mechanics
Ag. Processing
Ag. Sales and Service
Beef Production
Cereal Grain Production
Dairy Production

43. Proficiency Awards Diversified Crop Production
Diversified Livestock Prod.
Feed Grain Production
Fiber Crop Production
Floriculture
Forest Management
Forage Production

44. Proficiency Awards Fruit/Veg. Production Home/Farm Improvement Horse
Nursery Operations
Oil Crop Production
Outdoor Recreation
Placement in Ag. Prod.

45. Proficiency Awards Poultry Production Sheep Production
Soil/Water Management
Specialty Animal Prod.
Specialty Crop Prod.
Swine Production
Turf and Landscape
Wildlife Management

46. Degrees of Membership 1. 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.

47. Degrees of Membership 2. 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.

48. Degrees of Membership 3. 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

49. Degrees of Membership 4. American FFA degree - Hold State FFA degree
36 month member, $7,500 invested or $1,500 earned and invested, 300 hours of SAEP,2250 hours outside class time on SAEP.
Outstanding Leadership abilities and community involvement.
Much More

50. Career Development Events From the following list at least 4 contest and activities that interest you.
____ Ag. Mechanics
____ Dairy
____ Floriculture
____ Ag. Sales
____ Dairy Foods
____ Forestry
____ Farm Business Management.

51. Career Development Events
____ Livestock
____ Meats
____ Nursery/Landscape
____ Parliamentary Pro.
____ Poultry
____ Prepared Public Speaking
____ Extemporaneous speaking
____ Range management

52. Officer Team

53. The FFA Officers Colton Ingram President: Stationed by the rising sun.
Coordinates chapter activities.
Represents the chapter in official and public relation events.
Presides over meetings.

54. The FFA Officers Damien Olsen Vice President: Stationed by the plow.
Assumes all duties of the president if necessary.
Develops the POA and serves as ex-officio member on all committees.

55. The FFA Officers Sarah Draper Secretary: Stationed by the ear of corn.
Prepares and presents meeting minutes.
Maintains member attendance and activity records.

56. The FFA Officers Carson Toone
Treasurer: Stationed by the Emblem of Washington.
Receives, records, and deposits FFA funds.
Presents reports at meetings.
Collects dues.
Prepares and submits membership roster.

57. The FFA Officers Chris Colling
Reporter: Stationed by the American Flag.
Plans public information programs with radio, TV, and news media.
Sends news releases to local and regional media.
Publishes a chapter newsletter.

58. The FFA Officers Taylor Noyes
Sentinel: Stationed by the Shield of Friendship or by the door.
Greets guests and visitors.
Keeps the meeting room comfortable.

59. The FFA Officers Stephanie Nelson Asst. Historian: Taylor Johnson
Historian: Stationed by the scrapbook
Prepares and maintains a chapter scrapbook.
Serves as chapter photographer.

60. The Advisors
Mr. Bingham
Mr. Burrell
Mrs. Cook

61. 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.

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