1. ESSENTIALS OF A SUCCESSFUL CHAPTER by Howard Henderson
FFA INFORMATION
ESSENTIALS OF A
SUCCESSFUL CHAPTER
by Howard Henderson

2. KNOWLEDGE OF THE FFA
Every member needs to understand the functions and opportunities of the FFA in order to fully reap the benefits.

3. DIVERSITY OF MEMBERSHIP
Agricultural Education enrollment and the FFA chapter membership should be representative of the diversity of the student body population.

4. ALL MEMBERS SHARE RESPONSIBILITIES
When all members are active, the entire chapter benefits. Leadership should be everyone’s role, not just that of the officers.

5. CAPABLE OFFICERS
Students nominated and elected to officer positions must have the talent and dedication necessary to lead the chapter.

6. A CHALLENGING PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES
Chapter goals and activities are to be planned which will utilize the members’ talents and meet the needs of the community. Every member is to be included in the Program of Activities.

7. A WORKABLE CONSTITUTION/BYLAWS
All chapter decisions should be based upon its constitution and bylaws.

8. PROPER EQUIPMENT AND RECORDS
The chapter should acquire the equipment necessary for officers as well as secretary’s and treasurer’s books.

9. WELL-PLANNED, REGULARLY-HELD CHAPTER MEETINGS
Monthly meetings, scheduled at a regular time and guided by a sound agenda, will provide the efficient transaction of business.

10. ADEQUATE FINANCING
Fund-raising projects are essential in FFA. Yearly earnings will contribute to the creativity and growth of the chapter by funding important activities and projects.

11. SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT
The chapter must strive to meet the needs of the community and work with the school system in which it operates. The chapter could utilize the National Chapter Program and Food for America.