1. Chapter Operations
Chapter #4

2. Essentials of a Successful FFA Chapter
Knowledge of the FFA
All members share responsibility
Capable Officers
A challenging Program of Activities
A workable constitution and bylaws
Proper equipment and records

3. Essentials of a Successful FFA Chapter
Well-planned regularly held chapter meetings
Adequate financing
School and community support
Chapter resource file

4. Chapter Officers President – Jade Maier Vice President – McKenna E.
Secretary – Liz
Treasurer – Jessica
Reporter – Hanah Kappenman
Sentinel – Sierra
Advisor – Kirstin

5. Duties of All Officers Genuine desire to be part of a team
Willingness to accept responsibility
Desire to work with members as a leader
A commitment to lead by example
Knowledge of constitution and bylaws
Knowledge of parliamentary procedure
Memorize official ceremonies

6. Duties of the President
Preside of meetings using rules of parliamentary procedure
Appoint committees (serve as non-voting member of committee)
Coordinate chapter activities
Represent chapter at official and public relation functions

7. Duties of the Vice President
Assume duties of president if needed
Develop Program of Activities (serve as non-voting member of all committees)
Coordinate all Committee work
Work with President & Advisor to evaluate chapter goals
Maintain chapter resource file

8. Duties of Secretary Prepare and post agenda for meetings
Prepare minutes of meetings
Place all committee reports in Secretary’s Book
Be responsible for chapter correspondence
Maintain attendance records
Keep Program of Activities up to date

9. Duties of Treasurer Receive, record & deposit FFA funds
Present monthly treasurer’s report
Collect dues
Maintain Chapter Treasurer’s Book
Prepare membership roster for National
Serve as chairperson of the Finance Committee

10. Duties of Reporter Plan public information programs
Release news to media
Release news to State and National Newsletters / Magazines
Chair Public Relations Committee

11. Duties of Sentinel Assist President in maintaining order
Keep meeting room and equipment in proper condition
Welcome guests and visitors
Assist with special features and refreshments
Keep meeting room comfortable

12. Duties of Parliamentarian
Assure rights of the minority and rule of the majority
Assist in maintaining order of meetings
Answer questions of Parliamentary Procedure

13. Duties of Historian Maintain Chapter Scrapbook
Serve as chapter photographer
Collect souvenirs and memorabilia

14. Duties of the Advisor Supervise all chapter activities
Inform prospective students and parents about the FFA
Instruct students in leadership
Build school and community support
Encourage member involvement in activities
Prepare students for competitive events

15. Program of Activities Serves as a Road map for the chapter
National Chapter Award Program
Broken down into 15 Divisions
Each division has a committee
Set Goals to accomplish for upcoming year
Every member should be on a committee

16. Chapter Banquet Spring of year Awards for individuals
Highlight year’s events

17. Chapter Meetings Held monthly during school year Conduct business
Agenda set ahead of time
Become involved
Respect others opinions
Be realistic
Have fun

18. Meeting Room Sentinel President Secretary Reporter Advisor Treasurer
Vice President

19. Order of Business Opening Ceremony Minutes of the Previous Meeting
Officer Reports (Treasurer, Reporter)
Report on Chapter POA
Special Features
Unfinished Business
Committee Reports
New Business
Degree and Installation Ceremonies
Closing Ceremony
Recreation or Entertainment

20. Officer Stations
President Rising Sun
Vice President Plow
Secretary Ear of Corn
Treasurer Bust of Washington
Reporter U.S. Flag
Sentinel Clasped Hands
Parliamentarian Robert’s Rules of Order
Historian……………………………..Scrapbook
Advisor Owl

21. Opening Ceremonies Officers memorize parts
Unison: To practice brotherhood, honor agricultural opportunities and responsibilities, and develop those qualities of leadership which an FFA member should posses.