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Alaska FFA. FFA Mission. FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premiere leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. FFA is Intracurricular. Public Law 105-225
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FFA Mission FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premiere leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.
FFA is Intracurricular Public Law 105-225 In 1950, the 81st Congress, recognizing the importance of the FFA as an integral part of the program of vocational agriculture, granted a federal charter to the FFA.
The Complete FFA Program SAE/ Projects Classroom FFA
Career Development Events • Envirothon: Soils, aquatics, wildlife, forestry, & current issue • Public Speaking: 3 events • Parliamentary Procedure • Job Interview • Ag Mechanics • Floriculture
Largest Student-led organization in the United States • Over 540,000 members • In all 50 states and several territories • Currently the Alaska FFA Association has support and momentum, but needs state funding to grow and flourish. • Alaska FFA is operated mainly through volunteer efforts • Currently the program in Alaska does not meet National Standards.
Hands On Education Community Outreach
Career Exploration Leadership Training
Alaska State Convention • Palmer April 25-28 • Career Development Events • Leadership Training • Service Projects • Tours of agricultural facilities & farms • This year is the 35th annual State FFA Convention in Alaska
Alaska FFA Association Operations • Support existing FFA chapters including visits, teacher & administrator training, & program development • Develop new FFA programs across the state. • Plan and put on Annual State Convention • Attend National FFA events and meetings • Train State Officer Team • Promote FFA awards programs to recognize outstanding students
Funding • $200,000 per year for State FFA Association Budget including State Advisor Salary, Chapter development, state officer training & travel, operational expenses, supplies, & state convention. • $200,000 per year for State Department of Education to enforce standards, provide teacher stipends & training, and promotion and development of program.