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Create-Focus-Inspire

PROGRAM OF ACTIVITIES2018-2019

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INTRODUCTION & HISTORY

The FFA is a national organization of, by, and for students studying vocational agriculture in public secondary schools under the provision of the National Vocational Education Acts.

As an integral part of the program of vocational education in agriculture in the public schools system of America, the FFA has become well known in recent years. No national student organization enjoys greater freedom of self-government under adult council and guidance than the FFA. Organized in November 1928, it has served to motivate and vitalize the effective instruction offered to students of the vocational agriculture, and to provide further training in citizenship and agriculture business.

The FFA is an intra-curricular activity having its origin and roots in a defined part of the school curriculum-vocational agriculture. Students learn how to construct and take an active part in a public meeting, to speak effectively in public, to buy and sell cooperatively to devise solutions for their own problems, to finance themselves and to assume civic responsibilities. The foundation upon which the FFA organization is molded includes leadership, service, thrift, scholarship, improved agriculture, organized recreation, citizenship, and patriotism.

The FFA is a non-profit, youth organization of voluntary membership, designed to take its place along with other agents striving for the development of leadership, the advancement of agricultural technology and the improvement of life.

National headquarters for the FFA is located in the Agriculture Education Branch Office of Health, Education and Welfare, Washington D.C. National conventions are held annually in Louisville, Kentucky, and the California FFA Association holds its annual state convention at California State University Fresno.

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Do You Just Belong?????

Are you an active FFA member, the kind that would be missed?

Or are you just content to have your name upon the list?

Do you attend the meetings and mingle with the flock?

Or do you usually stay away and criticize and knock?

Or are you satisfied, to be the kind that just belongs?

Do you pitch in and do your share to really make things tick?

Or leave the work to just a few that you would call "the clique"

There's quite a program scheduled that we're sure you've hear about,

And we'll appreciate it if you too will help us work things out.

So come to the meetings often and help with hand and heart.

Don't just be a member, take an active part.

Think this over, friend, cause you know right from wrong.

Are you an "Active Member", or do you "just belong"

Author Unknown

THE FFA CREED3

I believe in the future of agriculture, with a faith born not of words but of deeds-achievements won by present and past generations of agriculturists; in the promise of better days through better ways, even as the better things we now enjoy have come to us from the struggles of former years.

I believe that to live and work on a good farm, or to be engaged in other agricultural pursuits, is pleasant as well as challenging; for I know the joys and discomforts of agricultural life and hold an inborn fondness for those associations which, even in hours of discouragement, I cannot deny.

I believe in leadership from ourselves and respect from others. I believe in my own ability to work efficiently and think clearly, with such knowledge and skill as I can secure, and in the ability of progressive agriculturists to serve our own and the public interest in producing and marketing the product of our toil.

I believe in less dependence on begging and more power in bargaining; in the life abundant and enough honest wealth to help make it so-for others as well as myself; in less need for charity and more of it when needed; in being happy within myself and playing square with those whose happiness depends upon me.

I believe that American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our national life and that I can exert an influence in my home and community which will stand solid for my part in that inspiring task.

The Creed was written by E.M. Tiffany, and adopted at the 3rd National Convention of the FFA.

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FFA AIMS AND PURPOSES

The primary aim of the FFA is the development of agriculture leadership, cooperation, and citizenship. The specific purpose for which this organization was formed are as follows:

1. To develop competent and assertive agricultural leadership.

2. To develop an awareness of the global importance of agriculture and its contribution to our well-being.

3. To strengthen the confidence of agriculture students in themselves and their work.

4. To promote the intelligent choice and establishment of an agricultural career.

5. To stimulate development and encourage achievement in individual agricultural experience programs.

6. To improve the economic, environmental,, recreational and human

resources of the community.

7. To develop competencies in communications, human relations and social abilities.

8. To develop character, train for useful citizenship, and foster patriotism.

9. To build cooperative attitudes among agriculture students.

10. To encourage wise management of resources.

11. To encourage improvement in scholarship.

12. To provide organized recreational activities for agriculture students.

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FFA OPPORTUNITIES

Opportunities abound in the FFA for leadership, skill development and recognition. Through the FFA, members have the opportunity to learn about careers in agriculture, increase communication skills, travel and demonstrate responsibility. In addition, members can be recognized for their efforts in all of these areas. The FFA has an extensive award program, implemented at all levels.

Awards provide incentive for members to set goals and work toward achieving them. The result is a membership dedicated to progress in their chosen areas of interest. The following areas are some of the opportunities available.

AGRI-SCIENCEThe FFA Agri-science Fair recognizes high school students who are studying the Application of scientific principles and emerging technologies in agricultural enterprises. Participation begins at the local chapter level and progresses to the state and national levels.

PROFICIENCY AWARDSMembers who excel in their Supervised Agriculture Experience programs can be recognized through the Proficiency Award program. These awards encourage members to develop specialized skills that will apply toward a future career. Members are recognized at the local, state and national levels.

A student can select from two proficiency award categories. One is called placement," for work or experience-only SAE programs. The other, called "entrepreneurship," is for programs that typically involve ownership of an agricultural production or agribusiness enterprise.

SCHOLARSHIPSChapter members considering higher education should apply for FFA's numerous scholarships. A variety of companies, individuals and foundations sponsor the scholarships through the National FFA Foundation, and new ones are added every year.

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A special application must be completed and sent to the National FFA Center postmarked by February 15 of each year. The application and instructions for the National FFA College and Vocational/Technical School Scholarship Program are available free from the National FFA Center

STAR AWARDSStar GreenhandThe chapters most active first year member who has a strong SAE program and has demonstrated leadership is selected to win the Star Greenhand medal each year.

Star Chapter FarmerThe chapter member who has an outstanding SAE in production agriculture and demonstrates the most involvement in all phases of the chapter’s activities is awarded the Chapter Star Farmer.

Star State FarmerOutstanding achievement in a production agriculture SAE and active participation in the FFA is recognized with the State Star Farmer award. Each year, state associations select one member from the top applicants for the State FFA Degree.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT EVENTS

Team competitions and classroom instruction come alive as students use their skills in a competitive setting. CDE's help develop technical knowledge, judgement, reasoning and sportsmanship.

LivestockMembers evaluate beef cattle, sheep, and swine on physical characteristics and records for market and breeding usage. Members give oral reasons explaining their placing of certain classes.

Meats EvaluationMembers complete a written test, judge quality, yield and grade of beef carcasses, and evaluate and place beef, lamb and pork carcasses. Members also complete a meat formulation problem and cooperatively fulfill a beef carcass order.

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This contest involves identification of trees, shrubs, plants and animals. The students are required to pack a mule. This is a national contest.

Prepared Public Speaking

The speaking events are major leadership development activities in the FFA. Prepared speaking requires participants to write and deliver a six to eight minute speech in front of a panel of judges

Creed SpeakingThe Creed Speaking CDE is for FFA members in 9th grade. They must present the FFA Creed from memory and answer questions about its meaning and purpose. The event boosts self-confidence, develops their ability to communicate in a powerful, professional manner.

Impromptu SpeakingImpromptu speaking is a 10th grade only competition. Students pick a topic and must present a 1-2 minutes speech. This is only a California competition.

Extemporaneous Public SpeakingThe extemporaneous public speaking competition requires student to write a 4-6 minute speech on a given topic. They then have 10 minutes of questions from the judges.

Job InterviewJob Interview is a career readiness competition.Competitors have a panel interview for a selected job, submit a job application and fill out a resume.

LandscapingLandscape Judging is a contest where competitors evaluate various plants and give oral reasons on their placings.

Best Informed GreenhandIn this contest competitors take a variety of tests that cover basic FFA history, motto, mission statement, FFA colors, and other basic FFA knowledge. There is a team that consists of four people, all of which are greenhand members.

Parliamentary Procedure

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Parliamentary procedure is a debate style competition. A team is composed of a chairman who oversees the debate, and 5 debaters. In addition to completing a 10 ½ minute presentation, students must answer questions pertaining to parliamentary law.

Veterinary ScienceThe Veterinary Science CDE provides opportunities for participants to develop technical knowledge and demonstrate practical skills in the field of veterinary science. The contest team will be made up of four members. Each member will compete in all events individually. The three high individuals will make up the team score.

CHAPTER AWARDS AND ACTIVITIES

National Chapter AwardThis award is designed for chapters to improve chapter operations using a program of activities that emphasizes student, chapter and community development. Quality standards have been developed in each area.

PALS (Partners in Active Learning Support)This FFA mentoring program is based on partnering FFA members with younger students to build trust and develop self-esteem by working together in agricultural activities. The program engages FFA advisors, school and community leaders, elementary educators and others in partnership to ensure successful mentoring of youth.

Food For AmericaPublic relations and leadership development are combined in the Food For America program. FFA members present to elementary students a program about the importance of agriculture to educate children about where food comes from.

STATE AND NATIONAL ACTIVITIESState FFA ConventionThe state FFA convention is the highlight of a year’s activity by FFA members. Delegates from each chapter conduct the business of the state association and elect officers to represent them during the coming year. A major part of state convention activity is the presentation and recognition of individual and chapter achievement in FFA career development events and awards. Attending the state FFA convention is an honor.

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Chapter members should earn the privilege of attending the convention through active participation in chapter activities (at least 3 activities).

National ConventionThe national FFA convention is similar in purpose to a state FFA convention, but is held on a much larger scale. It is now the largest annual meeting of students in the nation, with attendance of more than 89, 000 members. National officers preside over business sessions conducted by 475 delegates representing their respective state associations. A wide variety of activities are available at the national convention: a career show, national career development events and award competitions, a national band, chorus and talent program which provides entertainment, leadership and career success workshops for high school students. During the sessions, members are motivated by guest speakers and are inspired by the retiring addresses of the national officers. For many members, the National FFA Convention is the inspiration that leads to further achievements in FFA.

Camps and Leadership ConferencesDeveloping leadership for tomorrow is what FFA does best. An excellent way for members to improve leadership skills is to attend some of the many special leadership camps and conferences held at the state and national levels.

WLCChapter members who want to boost their leadership skill while learning about the nation’s capital should attend the Washington Leadership Conference conducted by the National FFA Organization. FFA members from across the country gather near Washington, D.C. for a weeklong program of leadership and personal development sessions and visits to many historic sites around the area.

International OpportunitiesFFA members can broaden their horizons in global agriculture through involvement in programs that provide international experience. FFA members and advisors can choose from a full range of opportunities including short seminars focused on specific agriculture topics; a 3, 6, or 12 month exchange living and working with a host family to learn the culture and agriculture of the country.

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2018-2019Sierra FFA Chapter Theme

Create- Focus-InspireThe FFA Colors

Perhaps no more appropriate colors for a live “up-and coming"youth organization could have been selected than National Blue and Corn Gold. Rich and cheerful, these colors should appear in

connection with all meetings, and in the equipment and paraphernalia used. The yellow corn color on a background of national blue has been found to be an ideal color combination.

The FFA MottoThe FFA motto gives members twelve short words to live by as

theyexperience the opportunities in the organization.

LEARNING TO D0DOING TO LEARNEARNING TO LIVELIVING TO SERVE

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THE FFA EMBLEM

The National Emblem of the FFA is significant and meaningful in every detail. Used by members in all recognized units of the organization, it is

made up of five symbols: the cross section of the ear of corn provides the foundation of the emblem, just as corn has historically served as the foundation crop of American agriculture. It is also a symbol of unity, as

corn is grown in every state of the nation. The rising sun signifies progress and holds a promise that tomorrow will bring a new day

glowing with opportunity The plow signifies labor and tillage of the soil, the backbone of agriculture and the historic foundation of our country's strength. The eagle is a national symbol, which serves as a reminder of

our freedom and ability to explore new horizons for the future of agriculture. The owl, long recognized for its wisdom, symbolizes the

knowledge required to be successful in the industry of agriculture. The words "Agricultural Education" and "FFA" are emblazoned in the center

to signify the combination of learning and leadership necessary for progressive agriculture.

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CODE OF ETHICSWe will conduct ourselves at all times in a manner, which will be a credit to our

organization, chapter, school and community by:

1. Dressing neatly and appropriately for the occasion.

2. Showing respect for rights of others and being courteous at all times.

3. Being honest and not taking unfair advantage of others.

4. Respecting the property of others.

5. Refraining from loud, boisterous talk, swearing and other unbecoming

conduct.

6. Demonstrating sportsmanship in the show ring, judging contests, and all

meetings and by being modest in winning and generous in defeat.

7. Attending meetings promptly and respecting the opinion of others in

discussion.

8. Taking pride in our organization, activities supervised experience programs,

exhibits, and the occupation of agriculture.

9. Sharing with others experiences and knowledge gained by attending national

and state meetings.

THE PROPER USE OF THE FFA JACKET

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1. The jacket is to be worn only by its members.

2. The jacket should be kept clean and neat.

3. The jacket should have only one large emblem on the back and a small emblem on the

front. It should carry the name of the State Association and the name of the local chapter,

district or area on the back and the name of the individual and one office or honor on the

front.

4. The jacket should be worn on official occasions with the zipper fastened to the top. The

collar should be turned down and the cuffs buttoned.

5. Members and officers should wear the jacket on all official FFA occasions, as well as

other occasions where the chapter or state association is represented. It may be worn to

school and other appropriate places.

6. The jacket should only be worn to places that are appropriate for members to visit.

7. School letters and insignia of other organizations should not be attached to or worn on

the jacket.

8. When the jacket becomes too faded and worn, it should be discarded or the emblems and

lettering should be removed.

9. The emblem and lettering should be removed if the jacket is given or sold to a non-

member.

10. A member always acts like a lady or gentlemen when wearing the jacket.

11. Members should refrain from use of tobacco and alcohol while wearing the FFA jacket

or officially representing the organization.

12. All chapter degree, officer, and award medal should be worn beneath the name on the

right side of the jacket, with the exception that a single State FFA Degree charm of

American FFA Degree key should be worn above the name or attached to a standard key

chain. No more than three medals should be worn on the jacket. These should represent

the highest degree earned, the highest office held and the highest award earned by the

Member.

AREAS OF ADVISOR RESPONSIBILITY

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Mr. Vandenack - FFA Advisor, Department Chair, Swine

Team, Parli Pro, Opening/Closing, Prepared Speaking and

Impromptu

Mr. Wyman - FFA Advisor, Sheep Team, Opening &

Closing, B.I.G., Creed, N.R., Job Interview and Meats

Mr. Edinborough - Farm Manager, and Beef Team

Leader

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OF THE FFA

An active member of the Sierra FFA is one who has:

1. Enrolled in Vocational Agriculture class2. Maintain a 2.0 or higher G.P.A.3. Must earn a C or better in an Ag Class (no D's and F's)4. Earned necessary points when applicable5. To participate in fundraisers6. To become involved in a SAE

Every student enrolled in Vocational Agriculture class at Sierra High School is eligible to join FFA.

The next step is to maintain a 2.0 or higher G.P.A. If a student falls below a 2.0 for two consecutive grading periods, that student will not be eligible to attend meetings, participate in any FFA activities until their G.P.A. is raised to a 2.0. See page 13 for further explanation.

The final step is to be involved as much as possible. The FFA has a Point Award System and every activity has points assigned to it. At the end of the year chapter officers grade these points. It is then determined the top 5 freshmen, sophomores, juniors and seniors of the chapter that will receive awards.

We encourage everyone to involve him/herself in the FFA. There are opportunities, which develop leadership, confidence, and friendships. There is a large area for growth within the FFA program. Come join us!

WHAT IS A CHAPTER HANDBOOK

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A chapter Program of Activities is like a “road map”. It sets chapter goals and charts the course for reaching those goals. The Program of Activities, when carefully planned and executed, provides educational and rewarding experience for chapter members.

A Program of Activities encourages teamwork and develops leadership skills among FFA members. It gives members an opportunity to accept responsibility. By involving the community and school in planning the Program of Activities, it becomes an excellent public relations tool. Perhaps the most important benefit of the planned Program of Activities is that it provides a means of evaluating and improving chapter activities.

The organization establishes eleven areas in which FFA chapters should plan activities:

Supervised Agricultural Occupation ExperienceScholarshipCooperationRecreationCommunity ServicePublic RelationsLeadershipAlumni RelationsParticipation in State & National ActivitiesConduct of MeetingsEarnings, Savings and Investments

Each year the chapter should develop specific goals and planning. Standing committees, which report to the entire chapter, should do this. When planning is completed the chapter’s Program of Activities should be duplicated and a copy given to each member.

For additional assistance in planning the chapters Program of Activities see “A Guide Use In Planning Your Chapter Program of Activities” in the FFA Activities Handbook. Information is also available in the Advisor’s Handbook and the Student Handbook.

ADVISOR’S MESSAGE

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Dear FFA Members,

I want to personally welcome you to the Sierra FFA. We have had many years of success, and I challenge you to get involved in the leadership and projects that will help you grow personally and professionally.

This year our FFA officers chose the theme “Create-Focus-Inspire”. The students in our program strive to make Sierra FFA just that and we take tremendous pride in their efforts and successes. The FFA is truly an experience that is fun and exciting for those students who get involved.

I encourage all students to make this year and incredible year to remember. Embrace the opportunities in the FFA, for they will lead you to the path of success.

Sincerely,

Rich VandenackSierra FFA

2018-2019 FFA OFFICERS

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Emma Actis President

Jayden Baker Vice President Seth Chrisman Secretary Hayden Tarr Treasurer

Kiera Heberlein Reporter

Colby Perry Sentinel

Kacey Heirendt Historian

Sydney Wyman Parliamentarian

Advisors

Rich VandenackBrad Wyman

Dave Edinborough

PROGRAM OF WORKS COMMITTEE

OfficersAdvisors

SIERRA FFA AG BOOSTERSThe Sierra FFA Ag Boosters is a support group to the Sierra FFA and Ag

Department. Membership is open to anyone wishing to assist. This organization helps with transportation, labor and financial aid for the Sierra FFA. In the past

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Dinner/Dance and the one and two-day woodcuts. Monies earned support students taking market animals to fall and spring fairs that we attend.

FAIRSThe Sierra FFA Chapter is involved in many fairs throughout the year. The

animals that are exhibited are market and breeding beef, sheep, swine, poultry, goats, and rabbits.

STATE FAIRIn order to show at State Fair a member must be eligible, in Ag or have a breeding project started prior to the California State Fair in July. You also must have good

standings in the ag program and have approval from an advisor

FRESNO FAIR & CHOWCHILLA FAIR

In order to show at the Big Fresno Fair, a student must be eligible, be enrolled in an Ag class, have a 2.0 GPA and be in good standing with the local FFA chapter. To receive booster support at this fair the student must have attended the 2-day

woodcut for Fresno Fair and the 1-day woodcut for Chowchilla.

BUDGETS FOR FAIR LIVESTOCKMARKET LAMB________ Goat> Purchase of lamb 300 > Purchase of Goat 250> Lamb Feed 100 > Feed 60> Lamb Sock 15 > Wormer 5> Insurance 17> Wormer 5 Total 282> Insurance 15

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> Fair entries 16> Fair Bill 10

Total 461

TURKEY AND CHICKEN> Poultry 15> Feed 20> Water & Feeder 20> Fair Entries 5 Total 65

MARKET SWINE_______> Market Hog 300> Feed 160> Wormer 5> Insurance 15> Fair Entries 10> Show stick 10> Fair Charge 10

Total 510

MARKET BEEF________> Purchase Steer 1500> Feed 700> Medications 20> Hoof Trim 30> Rope & Show Halter 20> Fair Charge 40> Insurance 90> Entry Fee 20 2920

RULES AND CONDITIONSGOVERNING FFA TRIPS

All Sierra High School rules are in effect when on FFA function-consult the Parent~Student Handbook. The following additional rules also apply:

1. Lights out will be 10:30pm on all trips.21

2. Wake up will be determined prior to each fair or contest by the species advisor.

3. Students are not to leave the show or contest sitewithout permission of the instructor.

4. All students will stay for the duration of the show or contest and shall show up for all feedings and scheduled barn duties.

5. On all overnight trips students will stay in the areas assigned to the Sierra High FFA.

6. Students will not drive their own vehicles on out-of-town trips. They will need to return to Sierra High by the same means of transportation used to reach the fair/contest, unless approved by the instructor.

7. Failure to follow the above mentioned rules will result in disciplinary action.

8. No student may leave motel without parents’ prior permission with instructor.

JUDGING CONTESTSWhy do we have FFA occupational skills contests? All FFA contests are to be a natural outgrowth of the instructional program in vocational agriculture. The contests help to make classes more interesting and give students an additional reason for doing their best to develop skills. These skills include (1) the technical knowledge attained in the classroom, (2) the ability to make sound judgments, (3) the ability to defend their decisions by giving a convincing set of reasons, and (4) to build self-confidence and leadership.

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The excitement and challenge you experience on a FFA judging team can be compared to the excitement of participating on an athletic team. Like any sporting event, study and practice almost always pay off a winning team. Time and preparation, in addition to classroom education of the basics, will be necessary if the students expect to place high in a FFA contest. The extra time in preparation not only helps produce a winning team, but also helps one prepare for a career in agriculture.

Sierra FFA is very active and competitive with our teams. We have won many awards. All FFA members have the opportunity to and are encouraged, to be on one of the following teams:

Best Informed GreenhandCreed, Impromtu, Extemporaneous, Prepared Public Speaking and Job InterviewNatural ResourcesLivestock JudgingOpen & Closing Ceremony,Freshman, Advanced, and Officer TeamsParliamentary Procedure - Novice and Advanced

Practices are after school two or three times a week and contests are held on Saturdays. Junior and State Colleges provide most contests during the spring semester. The Livestock, Public Speaking, Environmental Natural Resources, Meat Judging and Creed are also national contests. In order to participate, we must first win the California State Title, and then in October the team will be flown to Louisville, Kentucky or Indianapolis, Indiana for the National competition.

SIERRA FFA CHAPTER GOALS

2017-2018

Encourage membership participation:1. Fun and exciting activities- increase fun activities 2. Have 4 Scheduled FFA meetings3. All officers participate in a community service event4. Ag related field trips

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6. Remind text group7. Announcements8. Mentorship Program

Community Service1. Two Projects by the end of the year, one per semester. Better communication through newspapers1. Articles in Mountain Press2. Apply for State Star Reporter3. Articles in Fresno Bee4. Articles in Chieftain Connection5. Keep website updated6. Update social media7. New Horizons

Improve our image1. Stay involved with ASB & other chapters -dodgeball2. Improve relationships with faculty-lunch3. Introduce officers at freshman meeting4. Get the teachers more involved in our speaking activities5. Mail out Christmas cards to other Chapters and staff6. Freshmen tour/Mentor Freshman Program

SCHOLARSHIP

Objective: Recognize importance of a good education.

Goals Ways and Means

I. Improve scholastic average of all 1. Require that all officersFFA members in academicand maintain a “C” average.Vocational subjects.

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2. Award members pointsIn chapter point system forBeing in NHS and CSF.

3. Present scholarships pinsAt FFA Banquet to anyMember with a 3.5 averageor better.

4. Have a master check list.

II. Improve home and library use. 1. Provide farm and livestockpublications to student for reading materials in AG room

III. Increase number of Seniors applying for 1. Award memorial scholarships for awards, scholarships, and college To deserving Seniors. entrance.

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ALUMNI RELATIONSObjective: Establish a strong chapter alumni association

Goals Ways and Means

I. Alumni participation in chapter activities 1. Invite alumni membersto banquet

2. Involve alumni at fairs,woodcuts and Mother’s Day Rodeo

II. Establish official association 1. Find alumni memberswilling to organize events

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Objective: Serve our community to let them know what the FFA is all about.

Goals Ways and Means

I. Help citizens in community. 1. Officers will visit Mountain Wear

II. Help people in the community 2. Collections for victims when the need arises. of a tragedy.

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3. Canned food drive.

RECREATIONObjective: To provide recreation and entertainment to members community.

Goals Ways and Means

I. Sponsor a recreation program to 1. Hold a summer retreat for include chapter members. Executive committee to

organize up-coming events.2. Activity nights with FFA3. Hold annual Mother’s

Day Rodeo.4. Hold a Fun Day Rodeo.

II. Have social activities that include 1 Potluck dinner formembers, parents and community. Greenhand/Chapter Farmer

ceremony.2. Host Donkey Basketball3. Hold annual banquet4. Silver 65’5. Mother’s Day Rodeo6. Dodgeball

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SUPERVISED AGRICULTURAL EXPERIENCE PROGRAM

Objective: To get more people involved and to diversify out projects.

Goals Ways and Means

I. Stimulate growth and development 1. Hold a supervised farmingof agricultural programs which will project contest.increase the quality of the members 2. Foundation Award givenproductive products in each project area.

3. Enter and exhibit projects atlocal fairs.

II. Conduct an activity to improve 1. Award ribbons to AG Mechanicsagricultural mechanics project programs projects of first year members.of members. 2. Encourage all members to

enter projects in fair.

III. Conduct an activity that will provide 1. Invite local veterinarian to speakPlant / animal loss prevention. to the members.

IV. Conduct a tour of the members projects. 1. Include first year members in thetour to encourage them to start their own projects.

CONDUCT AT MEETINGSObjective: To develop the ability in FFA members to properly organize, conduct and

Participate in an orderly democratic organization.

Goals Ways and Means

I. Have well organized and well 1. Have executive committee meetConducted meetings. and plan an agenda prior to

each meeting.2. Use all appropriate official

ceremonies.3. Use all official chapter

Paraphernalia.

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4. Assist the president in maintainingorder at meetings.

5. Put announcement on all classwhiteboards 3 days in advance.

6. Put announcement on Bulletin board.

II. Increase pride and knowledge 1. Maintain a current file of officialin the FFA. materials.

2. Have all officers wear official FFAjackets, black pants and skirts at allgeneral meetings.

III. Hold regular chapter meetings. 1. Hold one FFA meeting each monththroughout the entire year.

2 Hold officers retreat during the summer prior to the new school year.

3. Have committee chairman giveprogress reports at meetings.

4. Have committee meetings throughout the year.

5. Have meetings start and adjournas scheduled.

6. Arrange with school the dates of planned meetings.

IV. Have FFA speakers above the 1. Invite sectional, regional, state, and local level. national officers for speaking

arrangements.

V. Encourage post-high school members 1. Talk to graduates about joining theto retain their FFA membership. FFA.

2. Start an FFA alumni association3. Invite graduating seniors to

planned activities. 4. Leadership Committee

VI. Election of officers 1. Have candidates fill out aquestionnaire.

2. Have candidates give 2 minute speech, videotaped.

3. Candidates give interviews by slating committee

4. Members vote for candidates on secret ballot.

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VII. Proper dress at all FFA functions. 1. All members must wear theofficial dress when appropriate.

2. If not in proper dress, you will not be allowed to attend the function.

VIII. Help other committees in their 1. Greenhand ceremoniesspecial needs. 2. Banquet programs

3. Help rodeo chairmen

PARTICIPATION IN THE STATE AND NATIONAL ACTIVITIES

Objective: Get as much participation as possible above the chapter level

Goals Ways and Means

I. Judging teams and Parliamentary Procedure 1. Give teams opportunities to compete at state level.

II. Participate in State Convention 1. Send two delegates each year,and pay registration cost

III. Participate in National Convention 1. Pay registration and housing fee of delegates.

IV. National activities 1. Pay $125 of two highest officers or first two members

who want to go.

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PUBLIC RELATIONSObjective: Maintain the FFA’s good standing with the community by

Communication through the members.

Goals Ways and Means

I. Emphasize member participation 1. Appoint committeesin public relations. 2. Maintain a scrapbook

3. Have members speak to incomingFreshman about our Ag incentiveprogram and opportunity in the field of Agriculture.

II. Various forms of media. 1. Regularly provide local newspaperswith chapter activity information.

2. Provide FFA pictures3. Bulletin boards4. Community monthly calendar5. FFA website6. Facebook/Instagram/Twitter

III. Make community feel wanted. 1. Hold potluck dinner in conjunctionwith Greenhand/Chapter Farmerceremonies.

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JUDGING & COMPETITIVE TEAMS

TEACHER TEAM MIN. # OF STUDENTS # Of CONTESTS

Wyman Creed 4 3-5

Staff Opening/Closing 6 1

Bob Actis Parli-Pro (N) 6 5-6

Vandenack Parli-Pro (Adv.) 6 5-6

Vandenack Extemporaneous Speaking 4 1-3

Vandenack Prepared Speaking 4 1-3

Lindsey Job Interview 4 1-3

Wyman Natural Resources 3 4

Vandenack Impromptu 2 1-3

Wyman Livestock 4 4-8

Student Teacher B.I.G. 4 4

? Vet Science 3 4-8

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RULES OF FAIRS AND SHOWS

I. Students with breeding projects, (entered in Farm Account Books) may attend all fairs.

II. Students will make a down payment for the animal by deadline given by instructor if they are going to pick an animal from school.

III. A down payment representing 40% of the total investment in the market animal is required by our school board.

IV. Upon picking an animal, it becomes the liability of that student.

V. School farm may provide feed for market animal and breeding animal projects. Upon sale of market animals, student will pay off all debts to Sierra agriculture farm.

VI. Upon completion of farm accounts, students will receive check. (Return of down payment plus profit, if project was profitable).

VII. The school farm and FFA will not make any money on students’ profits but will not lose money either.

VIII. Thank You letters for buyers must be written and put into a stamped addressed unsealed. Envelope and given to agriculture instructor within two weeks of sale before student may receive check.

IX. Students who earn the State FFA Degree have shown proficiency in record keeping, are required to present farm accounts before receiving their check.

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X. Ag Instructors are in charge of the following species:A. Mr. Rich Vandenack SwineB. Mr. Brad Wyman Sheep/GoatsC. Mr. Dave Edinborough Beef

XI. Picking of animals from school farm follow these guidelines:

Beef – Pick in groups based on number of fairs student has sold a market animal. 4-H experience is given credit for one animal when transferring to FFA. Groups will run from “0 to group 6”

Sheep – Pick in groups based on number of market animals sold at fairs and effort put in previous fairs and FFA activities. 4-H experience is given credit for one animal when transferring to FFA.

Swine – Same as beef.

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SIERRA FFAOFFICER'S RESPONSIBILITIES

I. General Rules:

1. Miss 3 meetings of FFA activities; automatically no longer an FFA officer, if withouta valid reason.

2. Must attend officer-training conference.

II. Penalties:On written commitments:1. Official warning – one from president for each time.2. Cannot have more than two warnings every two months

III. Specific Rules:1. President

a. Preside over meetingsb. Appoint committees and serve on them as an official memberc. Official representative of chapterd. Coordinate activitiese. Responsible for notifying everyone of meetings by putting on whiteboard

7 days prior to FFA meeting and announcementsf. To have an executive meeting prior to FFA meetingsg. To make sure each officer is fulfilling his written and unwritten

responsibilities

2. Vice Presidenta. Assume responsibilities of President if necessary and his/her written

committees.b. Supervise chapter commitmentsc. Responsible for bulletin boards decorationsd. Share duty with Parliamentarian of bringing refreshments to officer

meetingse. Update website and POA

3. Secretarya. To keep official chapter secretary’s book up to date and present at

executive meetings, completed, when asked by the president b. Attend to chapter correspondencec. Keep member attendance and activities recordsd. Have on hand for each meeting:

1. Official secretary’s book; including minutes of the previous meeting

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2. Copy of the program of activities including all standing and special committees.

3. Official Manual

4.Treasurera. Receive and deposit FFA fundsb. Collect assessmentsc. Prepare and submit membership roster and dues to the national organization in cooperation with secretary.d. Maintain a neat and accurate official FFA Treasurer’s book and

present it at executive meetings when asked by the president.e. Prepare monthly treasurer’s report for meetings, executive and

chapter.

5. Reportera. Release news and information to local news mediab. Submit articles covering all FFA activitiesc. Submit application for Star Region Reporterd. Update social media

6. Sentinela. Prepare the meeting room and care for chapter equipment and supplies. Put all items away after meetings.b. Attend the door and welcome visitors.c. Assist with special features and refreshments.d. Keep organization of FFA file cabinet, storeroom and back room.e. Raffle Ticketsf. Responsible to give invocation at FFA Banquet

7. Historiana. Scrapbook

1. Encouraged to enter regional competition with creativeand well formed scrapbook.

2. The scrapbook must be presented at executive meetings up to date (with exception of pictures being developed),when asked by the president.

3. Maintain upkeep of old scrapbooks.

8. Sweetheart/Parliamentariana. Help other officers with commitmentsb. Assisting other officers with their dutiesc. Community service and fundraisersd. Share duty with Vice President of bringing refreshments to officer meetingse. Responsible for food and utensils

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SIERRA FFA OFFICERS ELIGIBILITY RULES

The officers have a vital interest in demonstrating to the public and fellow FFA members that its FFA officers are properly disciplined, dressed, groomed and act as ladies and gentlemen. It is recognized that uniform rules and regulations are necessary to maintain morals and discipline. No chapter can be effective unless their moral and spirits are high.

Experience has shown that individual expression by a FFA officer in matters of dress, grooming and behavior dissension. This is detrimental to the chapter and subject to proper control by the advisors.

Eligibility of an FFA officer affected by violation of the following:

1. Alcohol2. Drugs-Tobacco3. Improper FFA Conduct4. Improper grooming and dress

Punishment for such violations is as follows:

1. Suspension from all FFA activities for one calendar year from the date of offense. After such suspension, the student must apply to the FFA chapter if he/she wishes to participate in any FFA activity. This time period carries into the next school year.

2. Academic Ineligibility:

If the officer is academically ineligible, the student will be suspended from office for six weeks or until next grading period. Automatic two strikes towards the officer.

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SIERRA FFA OFFICER’S WARNINGDear Sierra FFA Chapter Officers,

You have been chosen to be a FFA officer for your chapter, so you must work for your chapter and your team to the best of your ability. One of your responsibilities is being at FFA activities. At our retreat we decided how many strikes would be given and which activities should receive a strike if missed. This includes detention.You have received a strike for _____________________.

1st Strike________2nd Strike________3rd Strike________

Thanks,

Emma Actis, President Sierra FFA2018-2019

1. Mandatory attendance: Miss only if deathly ill – funerals (May require removal from office)

A. FFA BanquetB. Officer RetreatC. Greenhand/Chapter Degree CeremoniesD. Silver “65”E. Opening and Closing ContestF. First Activity NightG. COLCH. Thank you Writing

2. Commitment: Miss only if you talk to the President 7 days in advanced (May include 1 strike)

A. Woodcuts (1 and 2 day)B. FFA MeetingsC. Regional MeetingsD. Speaking Contest/Judging Contest

3. You Decide: We encourage you to go to-A. All other Activity NightsB. Fairs and ShowsC. Participate in rodeosD. Participate in Donkey Basketball

If you receive 1 day Suspension or 2 days of after school detention, you will receive a strike after the first act.

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SIERRA FFA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP

This scholarship is from contributions given in memory of those closely associated with the Sierra Future Farmers of America who have helped further the goals and ambitions of youth in agriculture.

I. Qualificationsa. Two year minimum in FFA, with these two years being Junior and Senior years. Preference given to additional years in the FFAb. Must attend a University, State College, Junior College or a Trade Schoolc. Grade point average of a minimum of 2.5d. Must have attained the FFA degree of Chapter Farmer

II. Rulesa. Seniors only in high schoolb. Selection by Ag Advisory committee membersc. Scholarships will be given from interest earned from the invested contributions.

III. Funds generated from donations a. When the Memorial Scholarship has been designated as the recipient of

donations in remembrance of a loved one their name will be placed on the Memorial Plaque, if $1000 is generated in donations.

IV. Scholarship given in memory ofa. The Sierra FFA Memorial Scholarship Fund presently honors

five prominent individuals in our community. We have numerous other donations from people who preferred to give to the Memorial Scholarship fund rather than show their sympathy by sending flowers to the deceased’s family, this helps the fund and increases the chance of more scholarships.

b. Individual names on the Memorial Scholarship Plaque:

Terry Ford Robert SilkwoodJess Bigelow Bob BigelowMargie Kimbler Bill LandersNeal Perkins Sloane MassengeKen Olsen Bern BoxBud McKay Jack RoseGirard Davis Perkins

V. Past Sierra FFA Memorial Scholarship Recipients:

1977 Troy Norman $200 1996 Frank Bigelow $55038

1978 Mary Lesher $200 Camile Briggs $4001979 Ben Kimbler $250 Lindsey Wait $400

Lisa Wilkins $4001980 Annette Grigsby $250 Tracy Sink $1501981 Denise Mount $250 Alicia Smith $150 Lisa Cameron $250 1997 Brian Combes $4001982 Dena Cole $300 Christy Barsotti $4001983 Kay Kimbler $350 Brian Fischer $400

Denise Palmer $350 Matt Bigelow $4001984 Mary Evans $400 Eliza Gonzales $400 Rob Actis $400 Randie Maier $250 Laymon Adams $200 Katie Faria $2001985 Jim McDonald $500 Michelle Donald $100 Mike Gale $500 1998 David Ward $50

Karla Johnson $400 Erin Gordon $6001986 Brad Actis $250 Lindsay Massenge $600

Jeri Mount $250 Vivian Ashby $300Debbi Scrivner $350 Summer Hackett $400

1987 Tawny Brantley $500 Molly Myers $3251988 Gerald Carver $150 Jordan Clason $3251989 Stephanie Actis $1000 1999 Regan Anderson $600

Richard Harris $200 Chad Jorgensen $600Ray Slocum $700 Chelsea Cornelsen $400

1990 Susie Box $600 Shandon Allen $400Jen Fleming $600 Brooke Jorgensen $350

1991 Robin Perez $750 Keri Guillemen $350Ethan Jackson $1000 Rebecca Losee $250

1992 Chris Curtiss $700 2000 Airel Jones $1250Todd Street $250 Kristin Yancey $1250

Matt Actis $800 Jensen Devarus $1000 Sam Losee $550 Caresse Heitzman $1000

Candy Fleming $600 Tricia Brantley $250Sarah Brown $600 Tracy Pamplin $500

1993 Shannan Haines $1000 Ben Hickerson $250Moriah Douglas $750 2001 Jeanne Felix $500Donning Day $750 Cortney Jones $500

1994 Jessica Topping $1100 Mandy Strahan $500Kristen Cotter $1000 2002 Leoma Box $700Amber Challgren $100 Jay Kimbler $700

Megan Gipe $50 Chris Felix $300 1995 Jeremy Norby $750 Monique Waterman $300

Justin Spellman $400 2003 Ashley Day $350Monty McCown $250 Betsy Noel $350

Chad Linton $150 Jimmy Howard $800Dylan Bogdan $150 Alan Sereno $600

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Megan Sammons $1002004 Whitney Clark $200

Steven Ford $200 2012 Taylor TylerWes Kimbler $200 Jacob CrosslinJennifer Leon $200Megan Massenge $200 2013 Katie Carroll $1,000 Kristin Pamplin $200 Carolyn Maxwell $1,000

Olivia Fernandez $1,000 2005 Caitlin Adams $600

Rebecca Flood $400 2014 Nathan Crane Kady Gaines $400 Kathryn Fletcher Anthony La Notte $400 Kristyn Fletcher

Riley Mendenhall 2006 Jenna Yancey $400 Madison Peterson

Emily Benson $400 Martin WrightSamantha Shields $400Sarah Sova $300 2015 Kelby CrossKalen Ross $250 Bowen KehnCJ Vereide $250 Josie Woodcock

2007 Brandi Call $750 2016 Clay FordKeeley Hall $750 Sydney ZumwaltMegyn Hildebrandt $300 Allisa Hastie

Austin Holt2008 Brad Miranda $600 Clay Telles

Dallas Kimber $300 Frank SanchezZach Papadakis $200 Morgan Vandenack

Keenan Quintana2009 Matt Ford $1200

Rachel Wright $1200 2017 Justin Dement Carrie Downum $700 Taylor CollinsEmily Adams $500 Austin Dudley-NelsonPaul Sereno $500 Joshua MarkosJacob Page $500 Derek Maxwell

2010 Chelsea Woodcock $600 2018 Macy Myers

Briana Kehn $500 Kat MarshKyle Harper $400 Mason TarrAshley Collins $300 Shane WymanJimmy Norman $300 Kennedy Newton

Kempson Cross2011 Jodi Raley $1000

Jenae Martin $1000Audra Roland $800

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CONSTITUTION OF THE SIERRA CHAPTEROF THE

FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA

Revised March 2015

Article I Name and Purposes

Section A The name of this organization shall be the “Sierra Chapter of the Future Farmers of America.” Members are hereinafter referred to as FFA members and the letters “FFA” may be used to designate the chapter, its activities, or members thereof.

Section B The purpose for which this chapter is formed by are as follows:

1. To develop competent, aggressive rural and agricultural leadership.2. To create and nurture a love of country life.3. To strengthen the confidence of students of vocational agriculture

in themselves and their work.4. To create more interest in the intelligent choice of farming and other

agricultural occupations.5. To encourage members in the development of individual farming

programs and establishment in agriculture.6. To encourage members to improve the farm, home and its surroundings.7. To participate in worthy undertakings for the improvement of agriculture.8. To develop character, train for useful citizenship and foster patriotism.9. To participate in cooperative efforts.10. To encourage and practice thrift.11. To encourage improvement in scholarship.12. To provide and encourage the development of organized recreational

activities.

Article II Organization

Section A The Sierra Chapter of FFA is a chartered local entity of the East Fresno-Madera Section of the California Association, made up of local members.

Section B This chapter accepts in full the provisions in the constitution and bylawsof the California Association of FFA as well as those of the National Organization of FFA.

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Article III Membership

Section A Membership in this chapter shall be of four kinds:1. Active2. Collegiate3. Alumni4. Honorary as defined by the National FFA Constitution

Section B The regular work of this chapter shall be carried on the activemembership.

Section C Honorary membership in this chapter shall be limited to the HonoraryChapter FFA Degree.

Section D Active members in good standing may vote on all business broughtbefore the chapter. An active member shall be considered in good standing when:1. They attend local chapter meetings with reasonable regularity2. They show an interest in, and take part in the affairs of the chapter3. They pay their dues regularly4. They will be required to meet appropriate standards in regard to behavior,

dress and grooming.

Section E The names of the applicants for membership shall be filed with the membership committee.

Article IV Emblems

Section A The emblem of the FFA shall be the emblem for the chapter

Section B Emblems used by the members shall be designated by the national organization of FFA.

Article V Membership Degrees and Privileges

Section A There shall be four grade of active membership in this chapter. These grade are:1. The Greenhand Degree2. The Chapter FFA Degree3. The State FFA Degree4. The American FFA Degree

All Greenhands are entitled to wear the regulation bronze emblem pin. All members holding the degree of chapter FFA are entitled to wear the silver emblem pin. All members holding the State FFA degree are entitled to wear the regulation gold emblem charm. All members holding the American FFA degree are entitled to wear the regulation gold emblem key.

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Section B Greenhand Degree – Minimum qualifications:1. Be regularly enrolled in a class in vocational education course for

An agricultural occupation and have satisfactory and acceptable plans for a program of supervised farming and/or other agricultural occupation experience.

2. Learn and explain the FFA Creed, Motto and Salute 3. Explain the proper use of the FFA jacket.

3. Describe the FFA emblem, colors and symbols.4. Have satisfactory knowledge of the history of the organization.5. Know the duties and responsibilities of FFA members.6. Personally own or have access to Official FFA Manual.7. Submit written application for the degree for chapter records.

Section C Chapter FFA Degree – Minimum qualifications:

1. Must have the Degree of Greenhand and have a record of satisfactory participation in the activities of the local chapter.

2. Must have satisfactory completed at least one year of instructionin vocational agriculture, have in operation an improved supervised occupational experience program, and be regularly enrolled in a vocational agricultural class.

3. Be familiar with the provisions and purposes of activities of the state association and national organization.

4. Be familiar with the provisions of the constitution of the local chapter.5. Be familiar with parliamentary procedure.6. Be able to lead a group discussion for fifteen minutes7. Must have earned by his or her own efforts from his or her supervised

farming and/or other agricultural occupations program and deposited in a bank or otherwise productively invested at least $50.

8. Receive a majority vote of the members present at a regular local chapter meeting.

Section D State FFA Degree – Minimum qualifications1. Qualifications for the State Farmer Degree are those set forth in the

FFA State Constitution.

Section E American FFA Degree – Minimum qualifications:1. Qualifications for the American Farmer Degree are those set forth in

the Constitution of the National Association of FFA.

Section F Special Committees shall review the qualifications of members and make recommendations to the chapter concerning degree advancement.

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Article VI Officers

Section A The officers of the chapter shall be as follows:President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, Historian,Sentinel and Sweetheart. Advisors shall be the teachers of vocational agriculture in the school where the chapter is located. Officers shall perform the usual duties of the respective officers.

Section B Chapter and State Farmers are eligible to hold a chapter office.

Section C All office vacancies during the term shall be filled by:1. The executive committee will nominate candidates for the vacant office.2. No other nominations are allowed except those from the executive

committee.3. The general membership will elect officers to fill vacant office.

Section D No officer may be impeached without due reason

Section E Any officer may be impeached when he/she has had 3 strikes.

Section F Election of officers shall be held prior to the Parent/Member banquet.

Section G Officers will be voted on and elected by a secret ballot where the voter willselect the top six sophomore and junior candidates and the top three

freshmen candidates. The slating committee will then decide the slating of the offices (leaving the office of Sentinel open for either the top freshmen candidate or the bottom sophomore or junior candidate, and the office of Parliamentarian/ Sweetheart and Historian exclusively for freshmen candidates.)

Article VII Executive Committee

Section A The chapter officers shall form an executive committee.

Section B The advisor shall be a non-voting member

Section C Each Agricultural Science Class which doesn’t have an officer in it mayhave a representative attend the executive committee meeting.

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Article VIII Duties of the Executive Committee

Section A The duties of the executive committee shall be as follows:1. Meet regularly to plan and conduct chapter business2. Enforce the constitution and by-laws.3. Recommend members for Greenhand and Chapter Farmer Degrees.4. Revise the Program of Work.

Article IX Meetings

Section A Meetings shall be held once a month; the exact date to be set by the President and/or Executive committee.

Section B Standard meeting paraphernalia shall be used at each meeting. All regular meetings shall open and close with official ceremony. Parliamentary Procedure shall be used in transacting all business at each meeting.

Section C Delegates, as specified by the State Constitution, shall be elected annually from the active membership to represent the chapter at the State Convention. Other delegates may be named as necessary in order to have proper representation at other various FFA meetings within the State.

Section D A majority of the active members listed on the Secretary’s membershiproll shall constitute a quorum, and quorum must be present at any meeting committing the chapter to any proposal or action.

Article X Dues

Section A Dues will be paid by the Sierra FFA chapter to the National, State and Sectional associations for every student enrolled in an agriculture class,according to the State FFA constitution.

Section B The FFA activity year for the Sierra FFA begins April 1st and ends March 30th

Article XI By-laws

Section A The Program of Works shall constitute the by-laws.

Article XII Amendment

Section A To amend the constitution, a two-thirds vote must be obtained from active members present at an official FFA meeting.

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Name: ___________________ Year in High School: _______ Year in FFA: ______________

SIERRA FFA SLATING COMMITTEEThe committee shall consist of at least four students and one advisor. Seniors shall have first

priority, then juniors, and so on.

Please check all that apply and/or write the number of times you have participated in that

activity. To be eligible for selection you must be able to check off all bold items. (Total of 7

mandatory checks, with 4 being under leadership)

Grade Point Average

_____Above 2.5

Degree Earned

_____State Degree

Sierra FFA Activities

_____FFA Mtg. _____One Day woodcut_____Activity Night _____Two-Day woodcut_____FFA Banquet _____GH/CH Ceremonies_____FFA Week _____Tulare Farm Show_____Donkey Basketball _____ Dodge ball

Ticket Sales _____ Rodeo_____ Haunted Farm/House

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Leadership – Must be able to check off four here _____Opening/Closing _____Parli-Pro_____Creed _____Job Interview

_____Extemporaneous Speaking _____GH Conference_____Prepared Speech _____Impromptu

_____ Advanced Leadership Academy _____State Convention_____Made for Excellence _____Sacramento_____Chapter Office Leadership Experience_____Regional Officer _____ National Convention_____Sectional Officer

_____Other_______________Committee Chairman (specify)_____________________________ Natural Resources _____Meats _____BIG _____Other ______________

SIERRA FFA OFFICER ELECTIONS47

(APPLICATION)Qualifications: You must be a Chapter Farmer to run for the offices of President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer or Reporter. You must be a Chapter Member to run for the offices of Sentinel, Historian, and Sweetheart/Parliamentarian. MUST BE ELIGIBLE

NAME: __________________________ GRADE: _____

First Choice Office: _____________________

Second Choice Office: ___________________

1. Why do you want to be a chapter officer?

2. List your top ten FFA activities:_________________________ _______________________

_________________________ _______________________

_________________________ _______________________

_________________________ _______________________

_________________________ _______________________

3. How would you encourage members to become involved?

4. What are your future goals in FFA?

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The Sierra High Agriculture Farm is located largely across the road from the main school grounds. It is comprised of 344 acres with 45 of these adjacent to the school grounds.

School farms are not uncommon in California with 156 schools having them out of 330 schools teaching agriculture. The students’ benefit from these farms through demonstrations conducted on the farm. The San Joaquin (an area from the northern boundary of Madera to the southern boundary of Kern County) has 45 high schools with 29 school farm laboratories. Most school farms are financed by school funds.

The Sierra High Ag Farm was purchased from a local ranch. The Ag Farm account initially started with the school district issuing $10,000.00 into its farm account. This money was used to purchase the foundation herd of cows at the school farm. In the 1960’s $5,000.00 more was added to the school farm account to help cover costs due to increases in student projects.

The farm account money was used to:

1. Buy necessary feed and equipment for the cowherd.2. Provide 60% of needed financial support of student’s short-term projects in the

way of feed and supplies.3. Provide necessary materials, seed, fertilizer and spray to grow a field of oat hay.4. To cover costs of supplies and equipment necessary to operate and maintain the

school farm.

At the present time, the farm accounts operate according to the following:

1. The school farm is not responsible for the death of livestock that is not directly connected to the cowherd, that is, student project animals or soon to be project animals.

2. The school farm does not pay for any item that is consumed by students projects.3. Each student has an account and monthly charges are posted to this account. All

accounts are settled by June 15 at the latest. Students must put a down payment of 40% of the total projected cost of the project into their account before they may have a project supported by the Ag Farm account.

4. The farm account does not cover student loss from the project.

The farm is composed of the following:

1. Feed mill2. 35 acres of flat farmable land

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b. 2 ½ acres in building, corrals, greenhouse, lath house, laboratory building and test plot

3. 200 acres of range land4. Rodeo arena5. Implement shed6. Two main wells for school irrigation and drinking7. Farm well (25gpm)8. Hog unit9. Sheep unit10. Beef unit11. Ornamental Horticulture unit12. Heavy Equipment

SIERRA FFA PAST OFFICERS

1950Pres. William Alford

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1951 1952 Pres. Howard (Buster) Ford Pres. Larry Kent V.P. Larry Kent V.P. Wes Austin

Sec. Sam Lackey Sec. Wes LehmanTreas. Albert Peterson Treas. Sam Lackey

Rep. Wes Austin Rep. Jerry NorthrupRep. Clyde McMurtry Co-Rep. Buster Ford

Co.Rep. Jerry Northrup Sent. Monty McMurtrySent. P. Goodwin

1953 1954Pres. Albert Peterson Pres. Sam MendenhallV.P. Clyde McMurtry V.P. Denny DentonSent. Allen Conway Sec. Jake MarshallCo. Rep. Sam Morris Treas. Neal Barnes

Rep. Don AustinCo. Rep. Charles MooreSent. Monty McMurtry

1955 1956Pres. Charles Moore Pres. Ken BinghamV.P. Neal Barnes V.P. Duane Cranmore

Sec. Bob Banister Sec. B. LongTreas. Ken Bingham Sec. Bob Banist

Rep. Jack Tyler Treas. Bill BailySent. Jim Austin Rep. Jay KimblerSwhrt. Karen Thomas Sent. W. Erris

Swhrt. Bonnie West

1957 1958 Pres. Jay Kimbler Pres. Gale Mossman

V.P. D. Johnson V.P. Lynn Van VleetSec. Pritchard Treas. Chuck DrummondTreas. Larry Bratford Rep. Bill PhilipsRep. Bill Baily Co. Rep. Stephanie ShultzSent. Larry McMurtry Swhrt. Marion WeldonCo. Rep. W. ErrisSwhrt. Margie Van Vleet

491959 1960

Pres. Gale Mossman Pres. Dennis AdamsV.P. Connie Walker V.P. Mike BarcusSec. John Ayers Sec. Bud Olson

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Treas. Mike Barcus Treas. Ronnie SmithRep. Dennis Adams Rep. Howard BosticSent. Bill Philips Sent. Ted DavidSwhrt. Judy Baker Swhrt. Carolyn Flippen

1961 1962Pres. Dennis Adams Pres. John RoseV.P. John rose V.P. Richard CarverSec. Ted David Sec. Ted DavidTreas. Dick Carver Treas. Norman KneelandSent. Ronnie Smith Sent. John KlienSent. Ted KimblerSwhrt. Carolyn Flippen

1963 1964Pres. Richard Carver Pres. Gary Carver

V.P. Bob LockwoodSec. Jim WoodwardTreas. Ron Rose

1965 Rep. S. LoomisPres. Sid Bridges Sent. Ron Withrow

Swhrt. Jenene Jones

1966 1967Pres. Ron Rose Pres. Bart ToppingV.P. Hal Rose V.P. Ron CorlewSec. Doug Marshall Sec. Hal WardTreas. Tom Cunningham Treas. Alan HawkRep. Ken Eva

1968 1969Pres. Forest Beckman Pres. Forest BeckmanV.P. Pat Marshall V.P. Pat MarshallSec. Scott Christy Sec. Tom HoskinsTreas. Jerry Day Treas. Tom WisenhuntRep. Gary Vessels Rep. Woody HuntSent. Pat Ariaz Sent. Bill ReynoldsSwhrt. Cindy Marshall Swhrt. Sister Marshall

1970 1971Pres. Pat Marshall Pres. Jeff BreckenridgeV.P. Jeff Breckenridge 50 Sec. Kristi SilkwoodSec. Linda Stockdale Treas. Kathy LandessTreas. Gary Pamplin Rep. Mary AmariSent. Karen Hawk Sent. Pat McCord

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Rep. Kristi Silkwood Swhrt. Susan Marshall

1972 1973Pres. Gary Pamplin Pres. Pat McCord

V.P. Jean-Marie UllmanSec. Lenal JohnsonTreas. Sherry HicksRep. Wayne MillheimSent. Chris Martin

1974 1975 Pres. John Froumuth Pres. Terry Ford

V.P. Terry Ford V.P. Randy NormanSec. Lori Lesher Sec. Helen BrownTreas. Helen Brown Treas. Blake LesherRep. Clint Price Rep. Clint Price

Sent. Randy Norman Sent. Troy FordSwhrt. Kim Smith Swhrt. Lori Harshman

1976 1977Pres. Mike McLemore Pres. Troy NormanV.P. Troy Ford V.P. Darla DahlSec. Lori Harshman Sec. Michelle HaungsTreas. Lori Burnett Treas. Mary LesherRep. Michelle Haungs Rep. Lori BurnettSent. Richard Shannon Sent. Ben KimblerSwhrt. Darla Dahl Swhrt. Lusinda Grigsby

1978 1979Pres. Mary Lesher Pres. Eric FordV.P. Eric Ford V.P. Ben KimblerSec. Chris Bedford Sec. Debbie HoudasheltTreas. Teresa Mount Treas. Tracy HevernSent. Jill Haungs Rep. Jill HaungsSwhrt. Debbie Houdashelt Sent. Brett Hedrick

Swhrt. Suzanne Terry

1980 1981 Pres. Rod Norman Pres. Wade Kimbler

V.P. Annette Grigsby V.P. Scott DoritySec. Denise Mount Sec. Mary RansburyTreas. Wade Kimbler Treas. Wade WheelerRep. Suzanne Terry Denise Mount

Sent. Nancy Sheppard Sent. Kay KimblerSwhrt. Mary Ransbury Swhrt. Cindy Scrivner

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1982 1983Pres. Dana Cole Pres. Kay KimblerV.P. Ann Bollinger V.P. Tracy McNealySect. Cindy Scrivner Sec. Mary EvansTreas. Kay Kimbler Rep. Terri FierroRep. Kurt Kindig Sent. Traci SliesterSent. Rob Actis Swhrt. Kelly KindigSwhrt. Beth Tolle Kerry Kindig

1984 1985Pres. Mary Evans Pres. Karla JohnsonV.P. Jim McDougald V.P. Patty RansburySec. Karla Johnson Sec. Jodi PhillipsTreas. Laci Bailey Treas. Debbie ScrivnerRep. Rob Actis Rep. Gerri FierroSent. Bob Seastrom Sent. Steve Cipolla

Susie Guillen Swhrt. Jodi Phillips Swhrt. Leslie Mendenhall

1986 1987Pres. Debbie Scrivner Pres. Jodi PhillipsV.P. Brad Actis V.P. Mike ScrivnerSec. Jodi Phillips Sec. Tammy WardTreas. Gerri Fierro Treas. Brad BeckmanRep. Mike Scrivner Rep. Zack BoxHist. Brad Beckman Hist. Stephanie ActisSent. Gerald Carver Sent. Bob RichersonSwhrt. Tawny Brantly Swhrt. Jenna Phillips

1988 1989Pres. Tammy Ward Pres. Stephanie ActisV.P. Stephanie Actis V.P. Sloane MassengeSec. Megan Rose Sec. Megan Rose

Treas. Sloane Massenge Treas. Suzy BoxRep. Tawny Brantley Rep. Brandie WagonerSent. Susie Mendenhall Sent. Robin PerezHist. Kevin Haines Hist. Jenna PhillipsSwhrt. Suzy Box Swhrt. Jiffy Aubuchon

1990 1991Pres. Suzy Box Pres. Matt ActisV.P. Jennifer Fleming V.P. Shannon HainesSec. Robin Perez Sec. Chris CurtisTeas. Ethan Jackson Treas. Moriah DouglasRep. Brandie Wagoner Rep. Donning DayHist. Jiffy Aubuchon Hist. Jessica topping

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Sent. Owen Topping Sent. Kent MassengeSwhrt. Sarah Brown Swhrt. Kristen Cotter

1992 1993Pres. Donning Day Pres. Kristen CotterV.P. Kent Massenge V.P. Jessica ToppingSec. Jessica Topping Sec. Emily FariaTreas. Sarah York Treas. Jeremy NorbyRep. Moriah Douglas Rep. Gianni RainesHist. Tricia Brantley Hist. Lisa WilkensSent. Kristen Cotter Sent. Frank BigelowSwhrt. Emily Faria Swhrt. Cammy Briggs

1994 1995Pres. Jeremy Norby Pres. Cammy BriggsV.P. Frank Bigelow V.P. Randee MaierSec. Cammy Briggs Sect. Katie FariaTreas. Gianni Raines Treas. Brian CombesRep. Brian Combes Rep. Christy BarsottiHist. Natalie Cozby Sent. Erin GordanSent. Randy Maier Hist. Jennifer LinderSwhrt. Katie Faria Swhrt. Summer Hackett

1996 1997Pres. Brian Combes Pres. Erin GordanV.P. Matt Bigelow V.P. Shandon AllenSec. Christy Barsotti Sec. Chelsea CornelsenTreas. Brian Fischer Treas. Brooke JorgensonRep. Erin Gordan Rep. Chad JorgensonSent. Darrell Day Sent. Aireal JonesSwhrt. Summer Hackett Hist. Jamie Atkins

Swhrt. Kristen Yancey1998 1999

Pres. Chelsea Cornelsen Pres. Aireal JonesV.P. Darrell Day V.P. Kristen YanceySec. Aireal Jones Sec. Mandy StrahanTreas. Chad Joregenson Treas. Aimee FosterRep. Brooke Joregenson Rep. Cortney JonesSent. Mike Chambers Sent. Aaron CornelsenHist. Scott Baize Hist. Jay KimblerSwhrt. Jessica Allen Swhrt. Ashley Baker

2000 2001Pres. Mandy Strahan Pres. Jay KimblerV.P. Cortney Jones V.P. Ashley BakerSec. Jeanne Felix Sec. Stephanie Allen

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Treas. Ashley Baker Treas. Leoma BoxRep. Jay Kimbler Rep. Monique WatermanSent. Danielle Sotelo Sent. Chris FelixHist. Monique Waterman Hist. Wes KimblerSwhrt. Michelle Page Swhrt. Megan Massenge

2002 Pres. Ashley Day 2003 Pres. Wes KimblerV.P. Wes Kimbler V.P. Steven Ford

Sec. Tiffany Sanders Sec. Katy MiklicTreas. Steve Ford Treas. Caitlin AdamsRep. Megan Sammons Rep. Rebecca FloodSent. Cassie McCandliss Sent. Samantha ShieldsHist. Brittany Turk Historian Jenna YanceySwhrt. Caitlin Adams Swhrt. Emily Benson

2004 Pres. Katy Miklic 2005 Pres. Jenna YanceyV.P. Charlie Ferguson V.P. Emily BensonSec. Rebecca Flood Sec. Katrina ParkerTreas. Jenna Yancey Treas. Sam ShieldsRep. Katrina Parker Rep. Sarah SovaSent. Forrest Wons Sent. Brad MirandaHist. Megyn Hildebrandt Hist. CourtneyBlasingameSwhrt. Brittany Hart Swht. Dallas Kimbler

2006 Pres. Cortney Blasingame 2007 Pres. Brad MirandaV.P. Brad Miranda V.P. Dallas KimberSec. Zach Papadakis Sec. Carol HelselTreas. Megyn Hildebrandt Treas. Paul SerenoRep. Dallas Kimbler Rep. Emily AdamsSent. Carol Helsel Sent. Jimmy NormanHist. Emily Adams Hist. Marc MirandaSwhrt. Rachel Wright Parli. Jacob PageParli. Geoff Bistran

2008 Pres. Emily Adams 2009 Pres. Jodi RaleyV.P. Paul Sereno V.P. Kyle HarperV.P. Jacob Page Sec. Jimmy HowardSec. Audra Roland Treas. Audra RolandTreas. Kyle Harper Rep. Haley HelselRep. Rachel Wight Sent. Taylor TylerSent. Jimmy Howard Swhrt. Kayla SlocumHist. Dannielle Byrum

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2010 Pres. Jodi Raley 2011 Pres. Taylor TylerV.P. Jimmy Howard V.P. Austin PittsSec. Alan Sereno Sec. Michael AustinTreas. Brayden Eldridge Treas. Katie CarrollRep. Taylor Tyler Rep. Carolyn MaxwellSent. Austin Pitts Sent. Kristyn FletcherHist. Michael Austin Hist. Kathryn FletcherSwhrt. Carolyn Maxwell Swhrt. Jessica LeBoeuf

2012 Pres. Katie Carroll 2013 Pres. Kathryn FletcherV. P. Austin Pitts V.P. Kelby Cross

Sec. Carolyn Maxwell Sec. Hunter EldridgeTreas. Michael Austin Treas. Ty Piper Rep. Jessica LeBoeuf Rep. Jazz Mullins-HoekstraSent. Jazzmyn Mullins-Hoekstra Sent. Allisa HastieHist. Josie Woodcock Hist. Morgan Vandenack Parli. Kelby Cross Parli. Carson LeBoeuf

2014 Pres. Kelby Cross 2015 Pres. Austin Holt V.P. Allisa Hastie V.P. Allisa Hastie Sec. Sydney Zumwalt Sec. Derek Maxwell Treas. Jordan Gillihan Treas. Sydney Zumwalt Rep. Austin Holt Rep. Carson Leboeuf Sent. Joshua Markos Sent. Joshua Markos Hist. Derek Maxwell Hist. Daygan Cross Parli. Copper Ford Parli. Mason Tarr

2016 Pres. Joshua Markos 2017 Pres. Kathleen MarshV.P. Derek Maxwell V.P. Macy MyersSec. Macy Myers Sec. Seth ChrismanTreas. Mason Tarr Treas. Juliana SullivanRep. Kathleen Marsh Rep. Cody HeirendtSent. Cody Hall Sent. Jayden BakerHist. Seth Chrisman Hist. Kiera HeberleinSwhrt. Emma Actis Parli. Hayden Tarr

2018 Pres. Emma Actis V.P. Jayden Baker Sec. Seth Chrisman Treas. Hayden Tarr Rep. Kiera Heberlein Sent. Colby Perry Hist. Kacey Heirendt

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Parli. Sydney WymanFFA STATE DEGREE

1999 Caresse Heitzman Anthony LaNotte Ty Piper Ember Murphy Jennifer Leon Madi Peterson Ben Hickerson Phil Noel Darbea Williams Glenda Gegunde Megan Smith Kristine Norris 2014 Hunter Eldridge Rick Telles 2005 Randi Holm Candice Hefley Zac Gilbert Greg Hare Cody Hefley Brian Terry CJ Veriede Bowen Kehn Clint Wade Emily Benson Josie Woodcock Jamie Costales Sam Shields

Sarah Sova 2015 Hailee Ashbrook2000 Jessica Allen Kalen Ross Austin Holt Scott Baize Anthony aNotte Keenan Quintanna Julie Bennett Kady Gaines Frankie Sanchez Natalie Berg Katrina Parker Morgan Vandenack Kasey Bigelow Angie Cozby 2006 Megyn Hildebrandt 2016 Derek Maxwell Amanda Crabtree Justin Jones Austin Dudley

Janis Edlund Stephanie Lemmon Cooper FordJeanne Felix John Lyon Madison HillAimee Foster Arleen Richards Sydney ZumwaltMerkell Hickman Jason Robbins Joshua MarkosAndrew Jacobsen Forrest WonsCortney Jones Brandee Call 2017 Macy MyersJustin Morrison Kelsey MehlingTravis Sammons 2007 Dallas Kimbler Cody Heirendt Heather Sanderson Brad Miranda Kathleen Marsh Sonya Sidhu Zach Papadakis Kennedy NewtonPaul Smith Cortney Blasingame Shane WymanMandy Strahan Daygan Cross Kristin Yancey 2008 Emily Adams Mason Tarr

William Beckham Justin Dement2001 Chrystle Alberta Matt Collins Juliana Sullivan

Tonja Bebee Stacey CrosslinLeoma Box Cody Day 2018 Jayden BakerJody Edlund Carrie Downum Justin CoburnKris Felix Matthew Ford Keilani MendenhallJay Kimbler Taft GainesLogan Page Kristi OlgetreeWalt Page Jacob PageBurl Wade Nathan PetersMonique Waterman Cassandra Talia

2002 Ashley Baker Cassandra TaliaDylan Bogdan Rachel Wright Ashley Day

2009 Paul SerenoAustin Kelsy Briana KehnBetsy Noel Kyle HarperTrampas Patton Marc MirandaMegan Sammons Jimmy NormanJosh Tadych Kyle Davis Nick Telles Heather Vereide 2010 Jodi RaleyNick Wilson Charmayne Hefley

Ashley Collins2003 Keegan Childers Jenae Martin

Jackie Felix Hannah JohnsonSteven Ford Kyle Jones 2012 Michael AustinWes Kimbler Katie Carroll Kristin Pamplin Kempson CrossSerena Shields Olivia FernandezCody Williams Colten Morgan

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Austin Pitts2004 Caitlin Adams

Cody Cosca 2013 Kristyn FletcherCharlie Ferguson Kathryn FletcherRebecca Flood Jack Howard

FFA AMERICAN DEGREE1964 Ted Kimbler 2005 Caitlin Adams1973 Kristi Silkwood Rebecca Flood1974 Pat McCord Katy Miklic1982 Ben Kimbler Greg Hare 1986 Tracey Sliester Randi Holm1992 Robin Perez 2007 Brandy Call1993 Matt Actis Megyn Hildebrandt1997 Frank Bigelow 2008 Brad Miranda1998 Brian Combes Zach Papadakis Matt Bigelow 2009 Rachel Wright1999 Summer Hackett 2012 Charmayne Hefly Randee Maier 2014 Jacob Crosslin Molly Myers 2016 Bowen Kehn Kevery Waters 2000 Regan Anderson Chad Jorgenson

Lindsay MassengeJaclyn MyersBrian TerryTamara Tostenson

2001 Careese HeitzmanBen HickersonKristen YanceyMario LangoClint Wade

2002 Chrystal AlbertaKasey BigelowAndrew JacobsonJustin MorrisonKristen Yancey

2003 Leoma BoxJay Kimbler

2004 Ashley Day Austin Kelsey

Betsy NoelMonique Waterman

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HONORARY AMERICAN FFA DEGREE

1982 LUANNE SILKWOOD1983 ROBERT E. ACTIS

GRAND MARSHALSMOTHER’S DAY RODEO

1972 BILL LANDESS 2015 DON & SUE MITCHELL1973 TOM DEAN 2016 KIRSTEN & GRAYDAN 1974 JACK ROSE CROSS1975 GLENN BURNS 2017 JOHN & ANGIE TARR1976 BOBBY AND BUD GREEN1977 LORRAINE AND JOE PRATHER

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1978 MARION AND WALT WELDON1979 AARON REMPEL1980 GRANDMA AND GRANDPA SCHREIBER1981 LUANNE SILKWOOD1982 VIRGINIA CAUSEY1983 SHIRLEY AND BUSTER FORD1984 FAIRY AND MERRITT GILBERT1985 SHORTY VESSELS1986 FORESTENE BECKMAN1987 MURRAY WARD1988 MARY RUTH AND JERRY PAGE1990 MAX MONTGOMERY1991 DENNY DENTON1992 STAN NEAL1993 ROBERT HANSEN1994 BILL POORE1995 JERRY LARID1996 JENISE AND JOHN CUNNINGHAM 1997 JOYCE AND AL HARPER1998 DOUG JONES1999 TAWNY AND GARY PAMPLIN2000 MILLIE HOWARD2001 LARRY WAIT2002 BILL EDLUND2003 BO HAMILTON2004 ERIN M. FORD2005 BEN & JILL KIMBLER2006 MAC & TRISH McGUIRE2007 JULIE BEECHINOR2008 VINCE & ROBERTA DAY2009 EDDIE GREER2010 LU & RANDY NORMAN2011 MELISSA IRELAND2012 CAMILLE EDINBOROUGH2013 RICK & KAY AUSTIN2014 KERRY & SHELLY WILLIAMS

President's Message

On behalf of my fellow officers and the advisors of Sierra FFA, welcome to

the 2018-2019 school year! This year, we are striving to Create, Focus, and Inspire

our members. Anyone who is registered in an agricultural class is eligible for FFA

membership. FFA is the largest run student organization and strives to connect

individuals across the nation with their passion for agriculture. Being a part of 61

FFA is a rewarding experience due to the diversity of the programs it offers.

Students may participate in individual and team speaking contests, as well as

raising an animal. FFA teaches students inside and out of the classroom. Skills

such as financial responsibility, time management, and self confidence are all

learned throughout your time in FFA. Students will be pushed out of their comfort

zones to achieve their highest potential. As this year’s president, I hope that I can

encourage my fellow students to strive towards their goals. This year, let’s Create,

Focus, and Inspire!

Sincerely,

Emma Actis

Sierra FFA Chapter President

2018-2019

LeadershipObjectives: Provide opportunities for FFA members to participate in activities which improve their leadership abilitiesGoals: Ways and means:

I. Enjoyable leadership activities, I. FFA week, activity nights,build leadership and develop new dodge ball tournamentopportunities

II. encourage every member to be II. Pass out POA early,involved in some of activity per master check off list,

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quarter committee sign ups

CooperationObjectives: To encourage chapter members to work cooperatively and learn to work togetherGoals: Ways and means:

I. Sponsor cooperative purchasing I. Work with FFA members and/or sales activities in finding buyers for their

projects

II. Provide agricultural services and/or II. Provide supplies and/orequipment for members equipment of Sierra High

for the use of all members

III. Cooperate with other school and III. Work with student local organizations council, booster club,

and all other school organizations in planning and executing school activities

IV. Sponsor activities to promote a IV. Have displays andbetter understanding between residents demonstrations at within the service area of the district county fairs and

freshmen orientation

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