1. Chapter Operations
Chapter #4

2. Essentials of a Successful FFA Chapter
Knowledge of the FFA
All members share responsibility
Capable Officers
A challenging Program of Activities
A workable constitution and bylaws
Proper equipment and records

3. Essentials of a Successful FFA Chapter
Well-planned regularly held chapter meetings
Adequate financing
School and community support
Chapter resource file

4. Executive Chapter Officers
President – Shelby Sturgiss
Vice President – Sam Pearson
Secretary – Emily Estrada
Treasurer – Chace Schrum
Reporter – Jenna Mennetti
Sentinel – Matt Lucas
Historian – Katlyn Chism
Advisor – Mr. Hicks

5. Secondary Chapter Officers
Web/Tech specialist:
Officer at Large:
Photographer:
Historian:

6. Associate Vice Presidents
VP Healthy Lifestyles:
VP Recruitment:
VP Environmental:
VP Public Relations:
VP Human Resources:
VP Citizenship:
VP Finance:

7. Duties of All Officers Genuine desire to be part of a team
Willingness to accept responsibility
Desire to work with members as a leader
A commitment to lead by example
Knowledge of constitution and bylaws
Knowledge of parliamentary procedure
Memorize official ceremonies

8. Duties of the President
Preside of meetings using rules of parliamentary procedure
Coordinate chapter activities
Represent chapter at official and public relation functions

9. Duties of the Vice President
Assume duties of president if needed
Develop Program of Activities (serve as non-voting member of all committees)
Coordinate all Committee work
Work with President & Advisor to evaluate chapter goals
Oversee FFA activities (approval and accountability)

10. Duties of Secretary Prepare and post agenda for meetings
Prepare minutes of meetings
Place all committee reports in Secretary’s Book
Be responsible for chapter correspondence
Maintain attendance records
Develop the Chapter Roster and submit to State and National FFA
Keep Program of Activities up to date

11. Duties of Treasurer Record & deposit FFA funds
Present monthly treasurer’s report
Maintain Chapter Treasurer’s Book
Develop annual FFA budget
Assist in all fundraising efforts

12. Duties of Reporter Plan public information programs
Release news to media
Release news to State and National Newsletters / Magazines
Oversees chapter newsletter and news briefs
Oversees flyers and announcements of all FFA activities

13. Duties of Sentinel Assist President in maintaining order
Keep meeting room and equipment in proper condition
Welcome guests and visitors
Assist with special features and refreshments at meetings and activities
Keep an inventory of all FFA supplies and equipment
Keep meeting room comfortable

14. Duties of the Advisor Supervise all chapter activities
Inform prospective students and parents about the FFA
Instruct students in leadership
Build school and community support
Encourage member involvement in activities
Prepare students for competitive events

15. Duties of the Web/Tech Specialist
Make Videos for the FFA and end of year banquet
Set up and manage electrical equipment
Maintain the Chapter Website

16. Duties of the Officer at Large
Fill in for all officers when absent
Memorize all opening ceremonies parts
Serve as assistant to all committees
Assist all officers in their duties as needed
Plan the Chapter Banquet

17. Duties of the Photographer
Take pictures at all events and activities in the ag program and the FFA
Maintain all camera equipment
download and photos as needed
Make slideshow for chapter banquet
Assist the Reporter, Historian, and Web Specialist by providing all the pictures they need

18. Duties of Historian Maintain Chapter Scrapbook
Serve as an assistant chapter photographer
Collect souvenirs and memorabilia
Works with Yearbook staff on the FFA page

19. Duties of Associate Vice Presidents
Act as committee chairs over their respective assignments
Plan specific activities that correspond to their committee chair assignments from the chapter POA
Assist executive officers as needed

20. Program of Activities (POA)
Serves as a Road map for the chapter
National Chapter Award Program
Broken down into 15 Divisions
Each division has a committee
Set Goals to accomplish for upcoming year
Every member should be on a committee

21. Chapter Banquet End of the year Awards for individuals and the Chapter
Highlight year’s events and awards
(Leadership points)

22. Chapter Meetings and Activities
Chapter Meetings/Super Activities
Held monthly during school year
Conduct business and have lots of fun with a planned activity
Executive Meetings
Executive meetings held twice per month for committees and officers to ‘return and report’

23. Meeting Room Sentinel President Secretary Reporter Advisor Treasurer
Vice President

24. Order of Business Opening Ceremony Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Treasurer Report
Advisor Report
Report on Chapter POA (1 month calendar)
Unfinished business
Committee Reports (Return and Report- 3 month planning)
New Business
Closing Ceremony
Recreation or Entertainment

25. Officer Stations
President Rising Sun
Vice President Plow
Secretary Ear of Corn
Treasurer Bust of Washington
Reporter U.S. Flag
Sentinel Clasped Hands
Advisor Owl
Photographer Camera
Historian……………………………..Scrapbook
Web/Tech specialist………………...Computer

26. Opening Ceremonies Officers memorize parts
(ALL) In Unison: To practice brotherhood, honor agricultural opportunities and responsibilities, and develop those qualities of leadership which an FFA member should posses.