Title: Principles of Agriculture
1The FFA You
- Principles of Agriculture
2STUDENT LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- 1. Explain the purpose and the History of the FFA
- 2. Explain the mission and strategies, colors,
motto, parts of the emblem, and the
organizational structure of the FFA. - 3. Recite and explain the meaning of the FFA
Creed.
3FFA mission Statement
- FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of
students by developing their potential for - PREMIER LEADERSHIP, PERSONAL GROWTH and CAREER
SUCCESS.
4Agricultural education
5Quote of the day
- We are not the makers of history, we are made by
history. - Martin Luther King Jr.
6History
- 1917- The Smith-Hughes National Vocational
Education Act established vocational agricultural
courses. - Named for the Georgia congressmen who wrote the
legistlation - 1925- Future Farmers of Virginia was founded by
Henry Groseclose and other teachers at Virginia
Tech - This would serve as the model for the Future
Farmers of America - Henry Groseclose would also be known in the
future as the Father of the FFA
7History cont
- 1928- FFA established in Kansas City, Missouri
- 1st FFA convention in Kansas City Missouri - 33
delegates - Dues were 10 cents
- 1930- Official FFA Creed written by E.M. Tiffany
was adopted - 1935- New Farmers of America founded
- Represented the African American interest in
agriculture - 1948- National FFA Week was established in the
week in which George Washington's birthday occurs
- 1950- Public Law 81-740 was passed by Congress
that gave FFA federal chapter - This made FFA an intra-curricular part of
agriculture education
8History cont
- 1959- National FFA Center built on George
Washingtons estate in Alexandria, Virginia. - 1965- New Farmers of America merges with the
Future Farmers of America - 1969- Female students were allowed to join FFA
- 1974- Fred McClure from Texas is the first
African-American elected to a national office - 1982- Jan Eberly (from California) is the first
female national FFA president - 1988- Name of the organization was changed to
National FFA Organization to reflect the growing
diversity of agriculture
9History cont
- 1989- Name of The National Future Farmer magazine
was changed to New Horizons. - 1999- National FFA Center moved from Alexandria,
VA, to Indianapolis, IN. - 1999- The National FFA Convention was moved to
Louisville, Kentucky. - 2007- National membership breaks half million
mark with 7,358 chapters - 2009- FFA celebrates 40 years of women in the
organization
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12FFA Levels
- Lamar FFA
- District II
- Area III
- State-Texas
13The FFA Purpose
The purpose of the FFA is to develop
- Recreation
- Patriotism
- Service
- Character
- Thrift
- Leadership
- Scholarship
- Improved Agriculture
- Cooperation
- Citizenship
The FFA stresses three closely related areas
leadership, personal growth, and career success.
14Activities in FFA
- Field trips
- Contests
- Become a leader
- Earn money
- Compete for awards
- Travel
- Serve your community
- Recreation
15Kinds of FFA Membership
- 1. Active
- 2. Alumni
- 3. Collegiate
- 4. Honorary
16Degrees of Active Membership
- Discovery
- Greenhand
- Chapter FFA
- State FFA
- American FFA
17FFA Degree Requirements
- Discovery Degree
- Be enrolled in agricultural class during 7th or
8th grade - Have dues paid
- Participate in at least 1 FFA activity
- Have knowledge of agricultural careers
- Be familiar with FFA Program of Activities
18FFA Degree Requirements
- Greenhand (bronze pin)
- Be enrolled in an agricultural class
- Have an SAE
- Learn and explain the FFA Creed, Motto, Salute
and FFA Mission Statement - Describe and explain the meaning of the FFA
emblem and colors - Demonstrate a knowledge of the FFA Code of Ethics
and the proper use of the FFA jacket - Demonstrate a knowledge of the history of the
organizations
19FFA degree requirements
- Chapter FFA (silver pin)
- Must be enrolled in an agriculture class
- Must have Greenhand degree
- Complete 180 hours of in class instruction
- Have an SAE
- Participate in planning and conducting of 3 FFA
functions - Invested 150 or 45 hours towards SAE
- Led group discussion for 15 minutes
- Demonstrated 5 procedures of parliamentary law
- Apply for Chapter Degree
20FFA Degree Requirements
- State FFA
- Must be enrolled in an agriculture class
- Must have Chapter degree
- Complete 360 hours of in class instruction
- Have an SAE
- Participate in planning and conducting FFA
Program of Activities - Invested 1000 or 300 hours towards SAE
- Give 6 minute speech related to agriculture
- Demonstrated 10 procedures of parliamentary law
- Participated in 5 different FFA activities above
the chapter level - Apply for State Degree
21FFA Degree Requirements
- American FFA
- Must be enrolled in an agriculture class
- Must have State degree
- Complete 540 hours of in class instruction
- Have an SAE
- Participate in planning and conducting FFA
Program of Activities - Invested 7500 or 1500 and 2,250 hours towards
SAE - Graduate high school
- Apply for American Degree
22FFA Motto
Learning to do, Doing to learn, Earning to
live, Living to serve.
23FFA Colors
- The colors of the FFA are National Blue and Corn
Gold. - Blue reminds us that the FFA is a national
organization. - Gold reminds us that corn is a native American
crop grown in every state.
24FFA Emblem
- Identify six parts of the FFA emblem.
- Describe the meaning of each part.
- Explain the use of the FFA emblem.
25Symbols of the FFA Emblem
- The FFA emblem was designed with much thought and
meaning. - It is made up of five symbols.
26The cross section of an ear of corn
represents our common interest in agriculture.
Corn is native to America, and is grown in every
state.
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28The eagle...
is symbolic of the national scope of the FFA.
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30The rising sun...
represents progress in agriculture and
the confidence that FFA members have in the
future.
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32The plow...
...symbolizes labor and tillage of the soil.
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34The owl...
represents knowledge and wisdom.
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36The words Agricultural Education surrounding
FFA...
37The words Agricultural Education surrounding
FFA...
38This is our FFA emblem...
39Offices of Local Chapters
- President Presides over all meetings
- Vice-president Assists president and directs all
committee work - Secretary Keeps minutes of all meetings
- Treasurer Keeps financial records
- Reporter Reports chapter news
- Advisor Advises FFA members on all matters
relating to the chapter
40Offices Continued
- Sentinel Assists president in maintaining order
- Historian- Keeps chapter scrapbook
- Chaplain Takes charge of religious exercises
during meetings, banquets, or other occasions - Parliamentarian Informs the members on correct
parliamentary procedure
41Symbols of Officers Stations
42Opening Ceremony
- Taps gavel 3 times
- Group rises
- President states FFA members, why are we here?
- Members reply
- To practice brotherhood, honor agricultural
opportunities and responsibilities, and develop
those qualities of leadership which an FFA member
should possess.
43Salute
- I pledge to the Flag of the United States of
America and to the Republic for which it stands,
one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty
and justice for all.
44Official Dress
- Female
- Black skirt, white collared blouse with official
FFA blue scarf, black closed-toed shoes and
official jacket zipped to the top- Black slacks
may be worn for outdoor activities - Male
- Black slacks, white shirt, blue FFA tie, black
shoes and socks, and the official FFA jacket
zipped to the top
45Some Guidelines ForWearing the FFA Jacket
- It should only be worn by FFA members.
- It should always be clean and neat.
- It should only have the names of the state
association and local chapter on the back.
Individuals name and office of honor should be
on the front. - It should be worn with the zipper fastened to all
official FFA occasions. - It should not be worn with apparel bearing the
insignia of other organizations. - It should be worn with no more than three medals
beneath the individuals name.
46The FFA Creed
- 5 paragraphs
- Written by E.M. Tiffany
47See if you have attained understanding of the FFA
- What is the early history of the FFA?
- What does the FFA strive to achieve, 3 things?
Briefly explain each - What are the 4 kinds of FFA membership?
- What are major requirements for active
membership? - What are the 3 levels of the FFA organization?
48Review cont
- How is the National Organization administered?
- What is a career development event? Give 2
examples? - What is a proficiency award? Give 2 examples?
- What is the FFA Motto?
- What are the official FFA colors?
49Review cont
- What are the main items in the FFA emblem?
Briefly explain each - What is official dress for males and for females?
- What are the responsibilities of FFA members?
Explain 2
50Match these terms with the definitions on the
next slide
- FFA
- FFA Motto
- Proficiency Awards
- FFA Advisor
- Personal Growth
- CDE
- Active FFA Membership
- charter
51Match terms to these choices
- 1. Kind of membership for high school students
- 2. Official designation of a chapter
- 3. 3 letters symbolizing the National FFA
Organization - 4. Developing skills for a good life
- 5. FFA activities that allow demonstration of
skills - 6. An Ag teacher responsible for the chapter
- 7. 12 words that guide FFA members
- Awards for members who excel in certain areas
52Are you ready for the test
- If not go through this slide show again and good
luck