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2 Today Today, there are 610,240 FFA members, aged 12‒21, in 7,665 chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
3 FFA today The National FFA Organization is an integral part of agricultural education by helping make classroom instruction come to life through realistic, hands-on applications. FFA members embrace concepts taught in agricultural science classrooms nationwide, build valuable skills through hands-on experiential learning and each year demonstrate their proficiency in competitions based on real-world agricultural skills.
4 Statistics 67% of membership is White; 22% is Hispanic/Latino; 8% is Black/African-American or American Indian; and 3% Asian, Pacific Islander or two or more races. 5% of FFA members are currently enrolled in grades 7-8; 91% of FFA members are currently enrolled in grades 9-12; 4% have already graduated from high school and may be engaged in postsecondary studies. FFA chapters are in 18 of the 20 largest U.S. cities, including New York, Chicago and Philadelphia. The top five membership states are Texas, California, Georgia, Missouri and Oklahoma.
5 The FFA is… The FFA is a dynamic youth leadership organization that strives to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.
6 Ag Ed Education Model SAE FFA Instruction
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8 FFA History
9 Why do we study history? An important part of understanding the traditions and values of any organization comes from understanding its history. The National FFA organization is now the largest vocational youth group in the United States. Learning the history of how the National FFA grew in popularity and influence across the country will give you new pride for this important and effective force in agriculture.
10 The FFA is a national organization with members from across the USHistory The FFA is a national organization with members from across the US Today, there are over 600,000 FFA members, aged 12‒21, in 7,570 chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
11 1908 Virginia began vocational agriculture programs and “corn clubs” arose.
12 1917-Smith Hughes Act Senator Hoke Smith & Dudley Hughes of Georgia propose legislation for national vocational agriculture courses (United States enters the first world war)
13 1917-Smith Hughes Act Provided federal funds for the support of the teaching of agriculture Federal Board for Vocational Education
14 1925-Virginia Virginia Tech agricultural education teacher educator Henry Groseclose organizes the Future Farmers of Virginia. The FFV is born.
15 Why? Rural youth felt like 2nd class citizens. They were often isolated and didn’t have the same opportunities as city students. FFV was a social outlet for youth.
16 1926 American Royal Livestock show invites vocational agriculture students to participate in a national livestock judging event-Kansas City, Missouri.
17 1928 Henry Groseclose writes the constitution and by-laws for the FFA.
18 1928 November 20, the first national FFA convention was held at the Baltimore Hotel in Kansas City in conjunction with the American Royal Livestock show.
19 1928 Leslie Applegate of New Jersey named the first President.Dr. C.H. Lane became the 1st National Advisor. The National FFA Convention was held in Kansas City from 1928 to 1998.
20 National Blue 1929 Corn GoldThe FFA Colors of National Blue and Corn Gold are adopted. National Blue Corn Gold
21 The Emblem In the mid 1920’s a group of agricultural educators in the Midwest were asked to design an emblem for agricultural education. The Staff at Virginia were doing similar work for the FFV The Virginia design won!
22 The Emblem The Virginia design was modeled after a Scandinavian wood carving which was used by a Danish farm organization.
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24 The Manual The first manual appeared 14 months after the FFA was officially organized.
25 1930-The FFA Creed Who wrote the FFA Creed?E. M. Tiffany wrote the FFA creed that is used today. It was adopted at the third convention (1930) Note. E. M. stands for Erwin Milton. Tiffany was a teacher educator in Wisconsin
26 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.
27 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.
28 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.
29 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.
30 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
31 1933-FFA Jacket FFA Jacket is adopted as the official dress.
32 The FFA Jacket 1937 1945
33 The FFA Jacket (front) Member Name Office Held Highest DegreeHighest Award
34 The FFA Jacket (back) State Association on top FFA emblem in middleChapter Name on bottom
35 The FFA Jacket Early Designs
36 Chapter Sweetheart Jacket
37 The NFA Jacket
38 Early Hats
39 1935 - New Farmers of AmericaFor African American Boys 13 Southern States Merged with the FFA in 1965
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41 New Farmers of America Dr. H.O. Sargent was a co-founder of the NFA.Today the FFA gives an award in his memory to honor those that promote diversity in agriculture.
42 1950 Public Law 81-740 Federal Charter for the FFA“Inter-curricular part of the agricultural education program.
43 FFA History 1953 U.S. Postal Service issues a commemorative stamp for the FFA’s Silver (25th) Anniversary.
44 1959-National FFA Center Alexandria, VirginiaLand formerly owned by George Washington
45 1969 Women Women officially allowed to join the FFA.Currently - 44% of FFA members are female; women hold approximately 50% of state leadership positions.
46 1971 FFA Alumni Supporters Provide Opportunities
47 FFA 1988 Future Farmers of America changes its name to the National FFA Organization. 1989 National Future Farmer Magazine changes its name to FFA New Horizons.
48 Why the name change? Future Farmers of America changes its name to National FFA Organization to better reflect the expanded agricultural opportunities encompassing science, business and technology, in addition to production farming.
49 1998 The FFA Center is moved to Indianapolis, Indiana
50 1999 The National FFA Convention is moved to Louisville, KY
51 2006 Convention is moved to Indianapolis, IN
52 National Convention in Louisville
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54 Important things to knowFFA Important things to know
55 Kinds of FFA Membership1. Active 2. Alumni 3. Collegiate 4. Honorary C. The FFA has four types of membership: 1. Active – those enrolled in agricultural classes and have paid their membership dues. 2. Alumni – open to former active members, collegiate, and honorary members, and other individuals who support the FFA. 3. Collegiate – belong to FFA chapters at two- or four-year post secondary institutions and are enrolled in agricultural courses. 4. Honorary – given to individuals who have provided outstanding service to the FFA and/or agricultural education.
56 Types of Membership Active enrolled in Ag class, dues paid CollegiateCurrently in college Alumni former members or interested people Honorary people who support FFA
57 FFA Motto Learning to Do Doing to Learn Earning to Live Living to ServeThe FFA motto is made up of just twelve words, but these words are extremely powerful. The motto helps members in achieving their goals in life. The motto is: Learning to Do Doing to Learn Earning to Live Living to Serve
58 Mission The mission of the FFA is to develop premiere leadership, personal growth, and career success.
59 The FFA Purpose The purpose of the FFA is to develop: RecreationPatriotism Service Character Thrift • Leadership • Scholarship • Improved Agriculture • Cooperation • Citizenship Anticipated Problem: What are the mission and strategies, colors, motto, parts of the emblem, and organizational structure of the FFA? II. The FFA was organized to address specific objectives outlined in the organization’s mission and strategies. The FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agriculture education. A. The purpose of the FFA is to help students develop their full potential through agricultural education classes. 1. The FFA is an integral part of classroom/laboratory instruction. 2. Many of these characteristics are developed through the available Career Development Activities. B. The FFA organizational structure has three levels: local, state, and national. 1. Some states may also have districts and sections. 2. Each level has student officer teams, an advisor, and a group of members whom they represent. 3. Competition at contests and awards are structured the same way.
60 Proper Use of the FFA JacketOnly worn by members Kept clean and neat Worn on official occasions zipped up, collar down, cuffs buttoned Only worn to places appropriate for members to visit
61 Proper Use of the FFA JacketRemove emblems if given away Act like a lady or gentlemen when wearing the FFA jacket No tobacco, drugs or alcohol while wearing jacket
62 Official dress Black pants White shirt FFA tie Black shoesMales Black pants White shirt FFA tie Black shoes FFA jacket zipped to the top
63 Official dress Black skirt White blouse FFA scarf Black shoesFemales Black skirt White blouse FFA scarf Black shoes FFA jacket zipped to the top
64 4 Degrees Degrees recognize progress in leadership, agricultural education and your SAE Greenhand Degree Chapter FFA Degree State FFA Degree American FFA Degree
65 Greenhand Degree Requirements: Enrolled in Ag with a plan for an SAELearn Creed, Motto, and Mission Explain colors and emblem Demo code of ethics and proper jacket use Know History of FFA
66 What’s in FFA for me?
67 Opportunities in FFA Become a Leader officers public speakingLead activities
68 Opportunities in FFA Travel Career Development Events (Contests)Conventions - Field Trips
69 Opportunities in FFA Earn MoneySupervised Agriculture Experience Program Scholarships Be Part of a Team Career Development Events Officer Team Committees
70 Opportunities in FFA Have Fun FFA Meetings Trips Be a Winner DegreesAwards
71 Opportunities in FFA Serve Your Community Go on Field TripsCommunity service Activities Go on Field Trips State Convention National Convention Local
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75 "When will I ever use this in the real world?"For students who ask their teachers "When will I ever use this in the real world?" Career Development Events are the answer.
76 Career Development Events (CDE’s)CDEs demonstrate the meaningful connections between classroom instruction and real-life scenarios CDEs build on what is learned in agricultural classes and the FFA.
77 Career Development ActivitiesCompetitive Events that progress from the local to the regional, state, and national level Students demonstrate their skills in a competitive setting. CDEs test the abilities of individuals and teams in 23 major areas of agricultural instruction
78 Career Development ActivitiesExamples: Dairy Evaluation CDE Prepared Public Speaking Livestock Judging Horse Judging Veterinary Science Agriscience Fair
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81 Officer Team President Vice President Secretary Treasurer HistorianReporter Sentinel Parliamentarian Advisor
82 1. President Preside over meetings Appoint committeesCoordinate the activities of the chapter
83 2. Vice President Assume all duties of the president if necessary.Develop the Program of Activities Coordinate all committee work.
84 3. Secretary Prepare and post the agendaPrepare and present the minutes of each chapter meeting. Maintain member attendance and activity records
85 4. Treasurer Receive, record and deposit FFA funds and issue receipts.Present monthly treasurer's reports at chapter meetings. Collect dues and special assessments. Submit the membership roster and dues to National
86 5. Historian Maintain a scrapbook to record the chapter's historyResearch and prepare items of significance of the chapter's history. Prepare displays of chapter activities and submit stories to the media.
87 6. Reporter Release information to news media.Publish a chapter newsletter. Prepare and maintain a chapter scrapbook. Send articles and photographs to publications. Chapter photographer.
88 7. Sentinel Assist the president in maintaining order.Keep the meeting room, chapter equipment and supplies in proper condition. Welcome guests and visitors.
89 8. Parlimentarian Understand parliamentary procedure.Rule on all questions of parliamentary conduct at chapter meetings. Conduct parliamentary procedure workshops at the chapter level.
90 9. Advisor Supervise chapter activities year-round.Inform prospective students and parents about the FFA. Encourage involvement of all chapter members in activities. Prepare students for involvement in contests and awards programs.
91 Stations President – by the rising sun Vice President – by the plowSecretary – by the ear of corn Treasurer – by the emblem of Washington Reporter- by the Flag Sentinel – by the door Advisor – by the owl
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93 FFA Today FFA continues to help the next generation rise up to meet those challenges by helping its members to develop their own unique talents and explore their interests in a broad range of agricultural career pathways. So today, we are still the Future Farmers of America. But, we are the Future Biologists, Future Chemists, Future Veterinarians, Future Engineers and Future Entrepreneurs of America, too.
94 Opening & closing ceremoniesPurpose: Ceremonies emphasize the purpose of the meetings, the duties of officers, and the significance of recognition given to individuals. All official FFA ceremonies are to be memorized, rehearsed, and conducted with pride and dignity https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRVTsU_h4Ug
95 next Learn the FFA Creed Learn Opening & Closing Ceremonies