Everett Alvarez FFA
The agricultural science education program is built on the three core areas of classroom/laboratory instruction, supervised agricultural experience programs and FFA student organization activities/opportunities.
FFA represents the relevancy to the core areas offering students opportunities that changes lives and prepares students for premier leadership, personal growth and career success. Founded in 1928, the FFA organization represents a large diversity of over 300 careers in the food, fiber and natural resources industry. FFA is an integral part of a school system. FFA uses agricultural education to create real-world success. Agriculture teachers become advisors to local FFA chapters, which students join. More than 7,000 FFA chapters are currently in existence; their programs are managed on a local, state and national level. |
Proficiency Awards |
FFA Degrees |
Proficiency Awards provide students the opportunity to be recognized for excellence – not only for the excellence of their projects but also for the knowledge and skills they have secured in their chosen field. Many of these students continue to obtain additional training following graduation or seek employment in these areas because of interest sparked by participation in this program
ConferencesGreendhand Leadership Conference (GLC)
Made for Excellence Conferences (MFE) Advanced Leadership Academies (ALA) Sacramento Leadership Experience (SLE) Chapter Officer Leadership Conference (COLC) Sectional Officer Leadership Conference (SOLC) Regional Officer Leadership Conference (ROLC) State FFA Leadership Conference National FFA Leadership Conference Washington Leadership Conference (WLC) |
The FFA Degree Program is a system of ranks, or steps, which are designed to assist members in maintaining a continuous progression in leadership training and personal development as a part of their total secondary agricultural education experience.
There are four degrees of active membership which FFA members in California may attain: Greenhand Chapter State American Each degree carries a minimum set of accomplishments which the member must achieve to earn the degree. For the young member, these minimum requirements become a set of written goals to work towards. Each degree list of minimums is more advanced than the previous rank. In this fashion members are compelled to stretch, grow, and expand their educational experiences to earn each degree. The degree requirements are designed in such a way that each student must develop a reasonably well-rounded set of personal, agricultural, and leadership skills to attain the various degrees. Inasmuch as each degree carries with it both a tangible reward and intangible rights and benefits, there is a built-in incentive which encourages members to aspire for the various degrees. |
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. "
All the Tools You Need to Have a Successful Program
Knowledge of the FFA. Every member and advisor needs to understand the functions and opportunities of FFA in order to fully reap the benefits.
Diversity of Membership. Agricultural education enrollment and FFA chapter membership should be representative of the diversity of the student body population. Achieving this objective has many rewards, including – greater service to students, parents and the community; broader spectrum of community support; and a more creative program plan through diverse input. All Members Share Responsibilities. When all members are active, the entire organization benefits. Providing leadership should be everyone’s role, not just that of the officers. Capable Officers. Students nominated and elected to officer positions must have the talent and dedication necessary to lead the association. Open elections should be held and all officers should serve as role models. A Challenging Program of Activities. A plan should be developed that will utilize members’ talents and meet the needs of the community. |
A Workable Constitution and By-laws. These provide flexibility to allow progress, yet provide enough structure and support to give a firm foundation.
Proper Equipment and Records. Appropriate equipment should be acquired for officers to effectively complete their duties. Well Planned, Regularly Held Meetings. Well planned meetings utilizing a sound agenda will promote unity and encourage better attendance. Adequate Financing. Fundraising projects are essential in FFA. Yearly earning will contribute to the creativity and growth of the association School and Community Support. The Association must strive to meet the needs of the local community and work with the school systems. Appropriate educational activities should be conducted to enhance the understanding of the FFA in the local community. |