1. Must be years of age
Must be enrolled in vocational agriculture
Must be in good standing with local chapter
Any local requirements (pay dues of $15)

2. Types of Membership
Active
Honorary
Alumni
Collegiate

3. Degrees of Active Membership
Greenhand
Chapter FFA
State FFA
American FFA

4. Offices 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

5. Offices 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

6. Symbols of Officers’ Stations
Rising sun– President
Plow– Vice-president
Ear of corn– Secretary
Bust of Washington– Treasurer
American flag– Reporter
Shield of friendship– Sentinel
Owl– Advisor
Eagle– Parliamentarian
Holy Bible– Chaplain
Scrolls-- Historian

7. Symbols of Officers’ Stations

8. Essentials of a good chapter
Knowledgeability concerning FFA on the part of every member
Capable officers and leaders
A sharing of responsibilities by all members in chapter activities
A challenging program of activities

9. Essentials of a good chapter
Adequate financing for all chapter activities
Proper paraphernalia, equipment, and records
Well-planned, regularly held chapter meetings
Support by school officials and community leaders

10. Mission Statement
FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of members by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.

11. Opening 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.”

12. What the FFA Can Do For You
The FFA can do much for you, provided you put something into it. It will help you to:
Develop your leadership qualities through experiences leading
Work with other people
Develop qualities that make for character
Serve other people in your community
Learn to practice thrift

13. What the FFA Can Do For You
Desire to make good grades
Have experiences in recreational activities
Learn the values of patriotism
Obtain experiences in expressing yourself to groups and individuals
Develop self-confidence, citizenship, and patriotism

14. What You Can Do For the FFA
Attend all meetings and take an active interest in the activities.
Carry out assigned responsibilities.
Take the initiative to become familiar with the FFA.
Support and cooperate with chapter leaders
If chosen as an officer, consider it a responsibility, not merely an honor.
Plan and carry out committee responsibilities toward achievement of goals that improve the chapter.
At times, function as a desirable chapter representative.

15. What the FFA Does Educational tours and contests Tour members’ farms
Teaches thrift
Judging contests
Attend leadership training meetings
Parliamentary Procedure training

16. What the FFA Does
Honor and recognize outstanding members, parents, and friends
Hold parent-member banquet
Attend the State FFA Convention
Sponsor worthwhile events
Barnwarming and parties
Cooperate in community activities