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FFA Basics

FFA Basics. Hobbton FFA Chapter Fall 2007. FFA Basics. The Ear of Corn. Provides the foundation of the emblem, just as corn has historically served as the foundation crop of American agriculture. A symbol of unity, because corn is grown in every state in the nation. The Eagle.

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FFA Basics

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  1. FFA Basics Hobbton FFA Chapter Fall 2007

  2. FFA Basics

  3. The Ear of Corn • Provides the foundation of the emblem, just as corn has historically served as the foundation crop of American agriculture. • A symbol of unity, because corn is grown in every state in the nation.

  4. The Eagle • A national symbol which serves as a reminder of our freedom and ability to explore new horizons for the future of agriculture.

  5. The Rising Sun • Signifies progress and holds a promise that tomorrow will bring a new day glowing with opportunity.

  6. The Plow • Signifies labor and tillage of the soil, the backbone of agriculture and the historic foundation of our country’s strength.

  7. The Owl • Long recognized for its wisdom, it symbolizes the knowledge required to be successful in the industry of agriculture.

  8. Words of FFA & Agricultural Education • “Agricultural Education” and “FFA” are emblazoned in the center to signify the combination of learning and leadership necessary for progressive agriculture.

  9. National Blue Corn Gold The FFA Official Colors

  10. The FFA Mission • 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.

  11. The FFA Motto Learning to Do Doing to Learn Earning to Live Living to Serve

  12. The FFA Salute “I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”

  13. FFA Officers and Stations • President • Stationed by the rising sun. • Vice President • Stationed by the plow. • Secretary • Stationed by the ear of corn.

  14. FFA Officers and Stations • Treasurer • Stationed by the emblem of George Washington. • Reporter • Stationed by the American Flag. • Sentinel • Stationed by the door and the shield of friendship.

  15. FFA Officers and Stations • The Advisor • Stationed by the owl. • This office held by the agriculture teacher.

  16. FFA Official Dress • Males • Black Slacks • White Collared Shirt • Official FFA Tie • Official FFA Jacket zipped to the top • Black shoes and socks

  17. FFA Official Dress • Females • Black skirt or Slacks • White Collared Blouse • Official FFA Scarf • Official FFA Jacket zipped to the top • Black shoes

  18. FFA Official Dress

  19. 1937 1945 The FFA Jacket

  20. Early Designs The FFA Jacket

  21. Chapter Sweetheart Jacket

  22. The NFA Jacket

  23. Early Hats

  24. FFA Degree Ladder • Discovery FFA Degree (Middle School) • Greenhand FFA Degree • Chapter FFA Degree • State FFA Degree • American FFA Degree

  25. Types of FFA Membership • Active • You!!! – the high school agricultural education student. • Alumni • Former active members, parents of FFA members, and others interested in and supportive of FFA.

  26. Types of FFA Membership • Collegiate • Students enrolled at 2 or 4 year postsecondary school who have joined a collegiate chapter. • NC State University, NC A&T State University, & Mt. Olive College • Honorary • Adults who have made outstanding contributions to FFA.

  27. Designed By: • Johnny M. Jessup, FFA Advisor • Hobbton High School

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