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Kentucky FFA AssociationEvent and Awards Bulletin

Kentucky Department of Education College and Career Readiness Branch

Revised September 2013

The Kentucky Association FFA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services.

The Kentucky State FFA Association is a resource and support organization that does not select, control or supervise local chapter or individual member activities except as expressly provided for in the state FFA

constitution, bylaws or policies.

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Table of Contents

FFA Deadlines......................................................................................................................................4

Rules Governing FFA Activities.........................................................................................................4

General Rules...................................................................................................................................................4

National Career Development Events............................................................................................................5

Contact Information.........................................................................................................................................6

FFA Days and State Convention Events........................................................................................................7

Kentucky State Fair Events.............................................................................................................................9State Fair Judging Events........................................................................................................................................... 9

Agriculture Issues CDE.....................................................................................................................11

Agricultural Marketing CDE..............................................................................................................14

Agricultural Mechanics CDE.............................................................................................................16

Agricultural Sales CDE......................................................................................................................19

Agronomy CDE..................................................................................................................................22

Auctioneering.................................................................................................................................... 26

Burley Tobacco Essay......................................................................................................................27

Dairy Evaluation CDE........................................................................................................................30

Dairy Handlers CDE...........................................................................................................................31

Envirothon..........................................................................................................................................32

Extemporaneous Public Speaking CDE..........................................................................................33

Farm Business Management CDE...................................................................................................35

FFA Creed Speaking CDE.................................................................................................................37

Floriculture CDE................................................................................................................................38

Food Science CDE.............................................................................................................................40

Forestry CDE......................................................................................................................................42

Horse Evaluation CDE.......................................................................................................................45

Horticulture Exhibit........................................................................................................................... 47

Impromptu Speaking Events............................................................................................................49

Job Interview CDE.............................................................................................................................51

Junior Chapter Meeting CDE............................................................................................................53

Land Judging CDE.............................................................................................................................58

Livestock Evaluation CDE................................................................................................................59

Meats Evaluation CDE.......................................................................................................................60

Milk Quality and Products CDE........................................................................................................61

Nursery and Landscape CDE...........................................................................................................63

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Parliamentary Procedure CDE..........................................................................................................65

Poultry Evaluation CDE.....................................................................................................................70

Record Keeping CDE.........................................................................................................................76

Scrapbook..........................................................................................................................................77

Secretary’s Book............................................................................................................................... 78

Check Form For Secretary’s Book...............................................................................................................79

Seed Identification.............................................................................................................................81

Small Power Equipment CDE...........................................................................................................83

SMALL ENGINE COMPONENTS TOOLS...................................................................................84

Star Farmer, Star Agribusinessman, and Star in Agricultural Placement....................................85

State FFA Degree...............................................................................................................................93

State Officer Nominations.................................................................................................................97

State Rating of Chapters...................................................................................................................99

Standard Chapter Requirements................................................................................................................100Junior Standard Chapter Requirements................................................................................................................101

National Chapter Awards............................................................................................................................102

Kentucky FFA Chapter Awards..................................................................................................................103

Talent................................................................................................................................................ 104

Treasurer’s Book.............................................................................................................................105

Veterinary Science CDE..................................................................................................................106Welding CDE 108

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FFA Deadlines

DATE REPORT SUBMIT TO:

July 10Kentucky State Fair Entries

(Livestock Entries)Kentucky State Fair or submitted

online

August 4Kentucky State Fair Entries

(Other than Livestock)Submitted Online

October 1 FFA Alumni Legion of Merit Award National FFA Alumni

November 1 FFA Membership Dues Leadership Training Center

December 1 Ag Achiever Grant and Livestock Grant Executive SecretaryFebruary 15 National FFA Scholarship Submitted Online

March 1 American FFA Degree Applications FFA Executive Secretary

State RatingRegional Proficiency Winners, Tobacco Essay, State

Rating Forms, Agriscience Teacher of the Year Applications, KAAE Professional Contest Applications

FFA Executive Secretary orHand deliver to

State Rating

April 15 Kentucky FFA Alumni Scholarship (WLC) FFA Alumni Sec./Treas.

May 1

Agriscience Fair Registration Executive SecretaryNational Band, Talent and Chorus Applications Submitted Online via ffa.org

Reservations for Kentucky FFA Leadership Training CenterDirector of Leadership, FFA Leadership Training Center

May 15

Ag-Ed/FFA Annual Report Submitted OnlineState Convention Pre-Registration Executive Secretary

Agriscience Fair Abstracts Due Executive SecretaryOutstanding FFA Alumni Affiliate Report FFA Alumni Sec/Treas.

FFA Alumni Outstanding Achievement Award Application FFA Alumni Sec/Treas.

June 1Kentucky FFA Alumni Grant (Leadership Training Center,

State Fair, State and/or National FFA Convention, WLC, etc.)FFA Alumni Sec/Treas.

Dates of regional FFA events and meetings are set by each region in July. To view regional calendars go to http://kyffa.org/index.php/ffa/regional-dates/. In the event of a change of date, time, or venue, it shall be the responsibility of the regional chairman to contact all teachers and other parties to inform them of the change.

Rules Governing FFA Activities

General Rules

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A. In order for a member to retain active membership during high school, the member must be enrolled in Agricultural Education. (Membership expires every August 31). Graduating students, who were members during high school, may retain their active membership until November 30, following the fourth National FFA Convention after graduation from high school.

B. An 8th grade student enrolled in the Agriscience Exploration Class may become an active member of any chartered FFA chapter. The members are eligible to participate in leadership activities in which the activity (event) allows the student to participate. If an FFA member wishes to participate with any of the project oriented activities, the project must be part of a Supervised Agriculture Experience Program. It is recommended that the projects be planned on an individual basis or small group. Project plans and records must be maintained. Permanent record folders should be maintained. These folders would be passed on to the high school at the ninth grade.

C. An “active” member who is in good standing at the time of induction into the armed forces of the United States of America shall be in good standing during the period of induction without further payment of dues or attendance at meetings. Time spent in the armed forces shall not be considered as elapsed time in determining the maximum period of four National FFA Conventions following graduation from high school or leaving high school. Members making use of this waver of service time for the purpose of maintaining active membership for application for advanced degrees must resume active participation within six months after having been honorably discharged from service, indicating such a desire by payment of dues and attendance at meetings. Members participating in the six months Armed Service Program shall be eligible for one full year of extended membership. No individual, however, may retain active membership beyond his/her 23rd birthday.

D. Any “active” FFA member in good standing with the Kentucky Association may participate in any event or activity, unless limited by rules of the event or activity.

An “active” member shall be considered in good standing when:1. The member attends local chapter meetings with reasonable regularity.2. The member shows an interest in, and takes part in the activities of the chapter.3. The member pays dues annually.

E. Participation in any team event or Career Development Event will be limited to one time per member, except in the Parliamentary Procedure CDE.

G. The use of any communication device during an FFA competitive event is prohibited. Cellular phones and other devices must be turned off during the event. Any use of these devices shall be grounds for disqualification.

H. These rules, or rules pertaining to specific activities and events, shall not be altered, modified, or set aside in regional or state events. The Executive Committee of the Kentucky Association FFA has sole power for changing or setting up rules governing FFA events, subject to approval of the FFA Advisory Committee of the Kentucky Association of Agriculture Educators.

I. Programmable calculators shall not be allowed in any State FFA Event.

National Career Development Events

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Teams winning the state events in Agriculture Communications, Agriculture Issues, Agriculture Sales, Agriculture Mechanics Skills, Agronomy, Creed Speaking, Dairy Cattle Evaluation, Envirothon, Extemporaneous Public Speaking, Farm Business Management, Floriculture, Food Science, Forestry, Horse Evaluation, Job Interview, Livestock Evaluation, Marketing Plan, Meats Evaluation, Milk Quality and Products, Nursery and Landscape, Parliamentary Procedure, Poultry Evaluation, Prepared Public Speaking, and Veterinary Science will represent the Kentucky Association FFA in respective National Career Development Events that are held during the National FFA Convention.

Out of State Student PolicyIt is recognized that some students who attend school in Kentucky counties bordering or near other states, may live outside the state of Kentucky and/or have an out of state mailing address. Granted that these students are enrolled in an approved program of Agricultural Education in a Kentucky school, they shall be entitled to pay FFA dues and have access to all rights and benefits of Kentucky FFA membership. The decision to allow out of state students to attend a Kentucky school is solely that of the local school.

Contact Information

Kentucky FFA Association2121 Capital Plaza Tower, 500 Mero Street

Frankfort, Kentucky 40601

TELEPHONE: (502) 564-3472 FAX: (502) 564-7371

Kentucky FFA Leadership Training Center111 FFA Camp Road

Hardinsburg, Kentucky 40143-9576

TELEPHONE: (270) 756-2301

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FFA Days and State Convention Events

A. Participation in Regional FFA Days and the State Convention events is limited to active members of FFA who are regularly enrolled in agricultural education classes in high school and who are in good standing with the Kentucky Association FFA.

B. FFA members who graduated from high school last spring are eligible to enter proficiency awards program carried in their supervised agricultural experience programs at the time of their graduation in this year's FFA Day events.

C. All participants shall comply with the rules governing any particular event.

D. Regional elimination events, if necessary, shall be held in connection with the Regional FFA Day. Sub-regional eliminations may be held if desired.

E. Entries in regional events shall be made by local chapter advisors.

F. A chapter may make entries only in the FFA region in which it is located.

G. A chapter is limited to one entry in each FFA Day event. FFA members may enter not more than two proficiency areas. All agricultural proficiency entries must be part of the member's supervised agricultural experience program.

H. FFA members may enter only one of the following speaking events during the same year: Creed, Impromptu Speaking, Prepared Public Speaking, and Extemporaneous Public Speaking.

I. All entries in the FFA Day shall be ranked by the judges into one of the following groups: Superior, Excellent, Good, Fair, or Unclassified. The top entry in each event shall be designated to represent the region in the state event. The runner-up in each event shall be selected.

J. Teachers having regional FFA winners are responsible for advancing their winners to the state event. State entries will be ranked by the judges in one, two, three order depending upon the award. A regional winner must participate in the state event in order to receive a state award.

K. FFA members who have previously won a state event are hereafter ineligible to participate in that event. This rule shall not apply to Chapter Talent or the Parliamentary Procedure CDE except those students that participated in the National FFA Parliamentary Procedure CDE are ineligible.

L. Judges in regional and state agricultural proficiency events must follow the instructions and the rules provided to them and contained within this bulletin.

M. Impartial judges shall be secured for the Regional FFA Days by the Regional KAAE.

N. The FFA Advisory Committee of the Kentucky Association of Agriculture Educators shall be responsible for approving competent and impartial judges for the state events.

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O. Local advisors are responsible for eligibility of all entries from their chapters and must be ready to certify the eligibility of participants when called on. An entry made by a local advisor in an FFA activity is considered evidence that he/she is willing to certify to the eligibility of the entry. The advisor should check agricultural proficiency entries for accuracy before signing.

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Kentucky State Fair Events

A. Kentucky FFA “active” members who are in good standing and enrolled in agricultural education are eligible to exhibit in FFA classes provided their exhibits are a part of their supervised agricultural experience programs. All entries must conform to special rules under each class. (FFA Members making exhibits in FFA classes in the Tobacco division of the Fair must meet the above eligibility requirements.)

B. See State Fair catalog for closing dates for entries. No entries will be accepted after the closing date under any circumstances.

C. FFA entries must be made electronically on the Kentucky State Fair Web Page. More information about electronic entries is available from the Kentucky State Fair or Kentucky Association FFA.

D. Livestock entries can be submitted electronically or by completing the entry forms by the date specified. These may be obtained by contacting the Kentucky State Fair, P.O. Box 37130, Louisville, KY 40233.

E. Other State Fair rules are listed in the Kentucky Fair Premium List and Rules Catalog.

Livestock Showing Guidelines For Out of School MembersFFA members may retain active membership through the 4th National Convention after graduating from high school, provided that they were members of the local chapter during at least their senior year of high school and pay FFA dues for each succeeding year.

Individuals who were not members of a Kentucky FFA chapter during high school may not show livestock in Kentucky as an FFA member. This includes home school students who were not a member during high school, out of state students who may or may not have been an FFA member in their home state, and collegiate FFA members who were not Kentucky FFA members during high school.

FFA dues must be paid to the local FFA chapter by the deadline set by the chapter. The local chapter must submit the student’s name on the official dues roster and forward payment for State and National dues to the State Association prior to April 1st. (Out of school students who plan to show livestock, complete American Degrees, etc. are strongly encouraged to pay “3 + 1” membership dues during their senior year of high school. For more information, contact the FFA Executive Secretary.) Dues must be paid each year the student wishes to show livestock.

The student must meet all guidelines related to livestock shows as set by the local FFA chapter, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture, Kentucky FFA, and the Kentucky State Fair.

State Fair Judging Events

1. Participation is limited to FFA members in good standing who are regularly enrolled in all-day classes of agricultural education in the high schools of Kentucky. FFA members graduating in the spring of the event year are eligible.

2. A team may consist of four members. The highest three scores will constitute the team score. All four members will use their event eligibility.

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3. A school may enter only one team in an event.

4. A school may enter any of the judging team events consisting of general livestock, dairy cattle, meats, nursery/landscape, floriculture, and/or agronomy.

5. No FFA member shall be eligible to participate in the judging event who has participated in that respective event on the state or national level.

6. Departments of agricultural education established after July 1 are not eligible to enter teams at the State Fair.

Entries

Teachers will enter their teams during event registration at the Kentucky State Fair.

Rules for Conducting Events

1. The judging committee shall consist of one judge for each division of the event. The judge may have an assistant(s) if necessary.

2. Each participant will be given a number at the beginning of the event. The participant will be designated by this number throughout the event.

3. The participants will be divided into groups and shall be under the leadership of a group leader.

4. After judging has been completed and participants' cards have been turned over to the tabulation committee, the official judges will explain their placings on the groups with whom they have worked.

5. In the selection of winners of the various events, the decision of the tabulating committee shall be final.

6. The high scoring individual on a team will be used to break team ties. If the high individual on tied teams should be tied, the second high scorer will be used to break the ties.

7. Teachers of agriculture who have been assigned duties or responsibilities during the events and fail to report to the superintendent or person in charge may have their team eliminated from competition.

Refer to the State Fair Catalog under FFA Department for additional information or visit https://www.kystatefair.org/entries/premiumBook.aspx.

Agriculture Communications CDE

Regional Event: NoneLocation/Time of State Event: TBA

Rules/Format

As practical, the Kentucky FFA CDE will follow the National FFA structure for this event. Additional guidelines and/or points of emphasis are noted below.

Refer to the National FFA’s website for additional event information: https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_agcomm_2012.pdf

A team may consist of 3 members

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https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_agcomm_2012.pdf

https://www.kystatefair.org/entries/premiumBook.aspx

Students must wear Official Dress

A member may participate in this event only once

Agriculture Issues CDE

Regional Event: NoneLocation/Time of State Event: State FFA Convention

Objectives

A. Investigate a variety of local, state, national and international issues facing agriculture through classroom instruction.

B. Engage students in the selection, research, planning and presentation of a local, state, national or international agricultural issue with relevance to the local community.

C. Demonstrate through the portfolio, presentation and questioning an understanding of the principles and fundamentals of agricultural issue analysis.

D. Connect agriculture students with professionals in the industry as they research and present their forum.

E. Increase the awareness of an agricultural issue at the local, state or national level through presentations of the forum.

F. Apply teamwork, leadership and communication skills for career success.

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Rules/Format


Refer to the National FFA’s website for additional event information: https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_agissues_2012.pdf

A team may consist of 3-7 members

A member may participate in this event only once

The same agricultural issue topic will not be used in subsequent years by the same chapter and/or advisor.

Research on the topic must be current, and students must be involved in all the research of the topic and development of the portfolio.

A local forum must have been presented before a team is eligible to participate in the state event

The agricultural issue could come from one of the following eight agricultural issue topic areas as listed in the Focusing on Agricultural Issues Instructional Materials

(http://web.ics.purdue.edu/~peters/HTML/issue-analysis/teaching-materials.html):

1. Environmental Issues2. Agricultural Technology Issues3. Animal Issues4. Agricultural Career Issues5. Economy and Trade Issues6. Agricultural Policy Issues7. Food Safety Issues

8. Biotechnology Issues

A Final Portfolio must be submitted to the State FFA Executive Secretary by May 20th (Received in office-not postmarked). The portfolio must be formatted as outlined in the National FFA Organization’s CDE Handbook.

Official Dress in required unless the presentation involves a skit or members depicting specific non-FFA member roles requiring a costume, etc.

The time frames for this event will be:

Set up - 5 minutes maximumPresentation - 15 minutes maximum (Note: Timekeeper stands at 10 & 14 minutes)Questions - 5 minutes maximumTake down - 5 minutes maximum

The participants shall provide all equipment & materials needed. Presentation areas will have

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http://web.ics.purdue.edu/~peters/HTML/issue-analysis/teaching-materials.html

https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_agissues_2012.pdf

electrical outlets available for technology.

Scoring will follow the National FFA Organization’s scorecards

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Agricultural Marketing CDE


Purpose

The marketing plan event is designed to assist students with developing practical skills in the marketing process through the development and presentation of a marketing plan. Students research and present a marketing plan for an agricultural product, supply or service. It is intended as a competitive activity involving a team of three persons working for an actual local agri-business, either an existing or start-up enterprise, to support FFA's outreach mission.

Local chapters may involve the entire chapter, a specific agriculture class or a three-person team in the development of the plan. A three-person team will present the results of primary research involving the local community that provides a reasonable and logical solution to a marketing problem. Understanding of the marketing process is manifested in the marketing plan, which is presented in a written plan and in a live presentation to qualified judges. Though only three individuals are on a team, any number of students may assist with the primary and secondary research.

Objectives

A. To encourage students to demonstrate an understanding of the marketing plan process.

B. To provide an activity to focus student and community attention on the agri-marketing curriculum.

C. To encourage students to explore and prepare for possible careers in agri-marketing.

D. To help develop partnerships and improve relations between industry, local FFA chapters and the general public.

Rules/Format


Refer to the National FFA’s website for additional event information: https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_marketingplan_2012.pdf

The team will consist of three members.

The team selects a local agricultural product, supply, or service to research and develop a marketing plan.

The written plan is typed - not to exceed eight (8) pages and must follow the guidelines specified in the National FFA CDE Handbook for the Marketing Plan event.

The written plan is to be mailed to the Executive Secretary by May 20.

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https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_marketingplan_2012.pdf

The team presents a 15-minute live presentation about the plan.

A 5-minute question and answer session will follow the live presentation.

Before the presentation, teams are allowed to hand judges one single-sided, 8.5”x11” page with changes/corrections to the written plan. No other handouts or samples are allowed.

An FFA member may not participate in both the Agricultural Marketing CDE and the Agricultural Sales CDE at the State Convention in the same year.

An FFA member may enter the Agricultural Marketing CDE only once.

Scoring will follow the National FFA Organization’s scorecards

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Agricultural Mechanics CDE

Regional Event: Regional event held by region or at University Field DayLocation/Time of State Event: Kentucky State Fair

Rules

1. A team representing a chapter may consist of four members. The highest three scores will constitute the team score.

2. A team will not be allowed to participate with less than three (3) team members.

3. Teachers making entries will be expected to certify that members are eligible.

4. One team from each region will be eligible for the state event. The region must conduct a regional event to be eligible to send a regional representative to the state event.

(The region may hold the regional event at one of the universities provided an official FFA event is conducted and the Regional Teachers Organization is responsible for the regional event.)

5. An FFA member may participate in a regional and/or a state event only once.

6. Judging will be done on the Danish system - Blue, Red, and White.

7. The state event will be conducted during the Kentucky State Fair. State awards and premiums will be provided by the State Fair.

8. Any communication between participants during the event will be sufficient cause to eliminate the team(s) from the event.

9. Any assistance given to a team member from any source during the event will be sufficient cause to eliminate the team from the event.

10. In case of a tie the highest individual score on a team will be used to break the tie. The tied teams having the highest scoring individual will be designated the winner, etc., for all placings.

11. The judges reserve the right to stop a participant at any time damage to parts appears imminent or the safety of the participant is in question.

12. Safety Equipment. Each participant will be responsible for all personal safety equipment including:a. Safety glasses or goggles.b. Clothing -- coveralls, shop coat, or shop suits.

(Long-sleeve clothing must be worn when arc or gas welding or cutting).c. Specialized safety equipment -- welding equipment such as helmets, goggles, face shields, and

gloves will be furnished.

13. Tools and Equipment. All tools and equipment will be furnished for the event. Participants may only use the tools and equipment furnished at the site.

14. Written Materials. All written materials will be furnished for the event. Participants should provide clipboards (unmarked) and pencils. Electronic calculators will be allowed.

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15. A student cannot participate in the Agricultural Mechanics and Small Power Equipment CDEs in the same year.

STRUCTURE

The event will follow the National FFA theme. National FFA has announced the following rotation:2013 Processing Systems2014 Plant Production Systems2015 Integrated Pest Management

2016 Animal Production Systems

The event will consist of three areas. Each member of the competing team will participate in each area.

a. Written Examination -- The written examination questions will be developed from units classified as "Understanding."

b. Problem Solving -- Problem solving activities may involve use of the units listed under both "Understanding" and "Performance."

c. Skills Activities -- Skills activities will be selected from the listed areas for the year in question. Those units classified as "Performance" will form the basis as possible skills (hands on) competition for the event.

Refer to Kentucky State Fair Catalog and National FFA Career Development Event Handbook for additional information.

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Agricultural Mechanics Exhibit

Regional Event: NoneLocation/Time of State Event: Kentucky State Fair

1. The Agricultural Mechanics Exhibit shall be a chapter exhibit depicting the agricultural mechanics instructional program in the agricultural education department. The exhibit may include no more than five (5) items that were constructed by students of agriculture as part of the instructional program in agricultural mechanics during the most previous school year.

The exhibit should include supplementary items, such as posters, pictures, teaching aids, or other items that further describe the program of agricultural mechanics carried on in the department. The supplementary items should inform the judges and the public about the work that was actually done on the projects by the students. Each chapter will be expected to place its exhibits within the assigned areas. Advanced entries are required.

2. All items exhibited are to be a part of the chapter’s exhibit. Only one entry per individual will be allowed.

3. Items previously exhibited in this department are not eligible to be exhibited again.

4. Chapter signs, etc. will not be considered as individual student projects.

5. Individual entries will be classified as excellent (blue), good (red), or fair (white).

6. The judges will classify each exhibit into one of the following categories: small, medium, large or large restoration. Classification will be based on both the size and complexity of the project. The large restoration class will be reserved for large items that have been refurbished including but not limited to farm tractors, lawn tractors, and other farm equipment. No automobiles will be allowed.

7. The following points will be considered in judging individual entries:a. Workmanshipb. Quality of Constructionc. Skill required in Constructiond. Relation of Item to Occupational Experience Program

8. The judges reserve the right to place articles within a class into two or more groups and allocate prize money according to color of ribbon, value of item, and skill and time required in construction.

9. The chapter Agricultural Mechanics Exhibit will be judged using the points mentioned in #7 above, the overall attractiveness of exhibit, and the number of instructional areas illustrated by the exhibit. The exhibit should also include supplementary items, such as posters, pictures, and other teaching aids that would further describe the agricultural mechanics program.

10. Individual and/or chapter exhibits should not include large structures such as buildings, tool sheds, etc. (utility, equipment trailers, restored tractors and/or wagons are acceptable).

All entries must be in place by the time specified by the Kentucky State Fair.

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Agricultural Sales CDE

Regional Event: Yes – Various LocationLocation/Time of State Event: State FFA Convention

Purpose

The purpose of the National FFA Agricultural Sales Career Development Event is to evaluate skills that are essential for an individual to be successful in the agricultural sales field. The process of selling agricultural products is essential for production and marketing of agricultural products.

Objectives

A. Develop verbal, written and interactive communication skills.

B. Discuss features and benefits of a product.

C. Identify potential customer objections.

D. Demonstrate knowledge of proper product use.

E. Identify prospective customers through marketing data.

F. Introduce the product to prospective customers.

G. Develop a sales call that determines and addresses customers’ needs and objections.

H. Understand the basic business structure necessary to sell and deliver a product.

I. Attempt to close the sale by asking for customer’s buying decision.

J. Establish and build customer confidence in the.

Agriculture Sales Format

1. Agriculture Sales Teams will consist of four FFA members. All four scores will count.19

2. The regional product will be released in August. The regional product will be a general product such as a “two gallon hand sprayer.” A specific product will be released to teachers in the region approximately 2 weeks before the regional contest.

3. The state product will be released in March. When the state product is released, it will be a general product such as “a two gallon hand sprayer.” Specific product information including model, retailer, and price will be released on or before May 25th. Students are not permitted to bring the product with them to either the regional or state contest.

4. Each team member will be allowed to assemble a 1 inch binder related to the selected product. The binder may include any information applicable to the product including brochures, price list, a list of related products, sales blanks, etc.

5. The contest will consist of three parts:

a. Written Examination- 100 points per student X 4 students- 400 points50 multiple choice, true/false, and/or fill in the blank questions.

b. Team Sales Activity- 150 points c. Individual Sales Activity- 150 points X 4 students- 600 pointsd. Total Points- 1150 per team

6. Team Sales Activitya. Each participant will be allowed to bring a one-inch binder to the team activity containing the

provided product information and any other information gathered by the participant.b. Team members will work together to demonstrate teamwork, group dynamics, problem solving,

data analysis, decision making, and oral communications.c. The team will act as if they were a group of sales people working together to develop the pre-

call planning prior to conducting a sales call. They will be provided with profiles of different customers and be expected to develop plans for selling to each customer type.

d. The team will be provided with paper and writing utensils. No presentation equipment such as laptops, flipcharts, or dry erase boards will be allowed.

e. The team will then develop the strategy (for the product(s) provided prior to the event) necessary to sell the product(s) in a face to face sales call. This strategy should include but is not limited to:

i. Determining customer needs and wantsii. Identifying features and benefits of the product(s) that address the customer’s needs and

wantsiii. Identifying potential customer objectionsiv. Identifying possible related/complimentary products and their suggested selling

strategiesv. Develop information gathering questions to be utilized in clarifying the customer’s needs

and wants.f. Teamwork and involvement of team members will be judged during this event. Students are

expected to justify their decisions based on selling principles.g. The team will be given 15 minutes to analyze the information given and develop a presentation

to provide the information listed above. During this time, the team will be judged using the team activity scorecard found in the National FFA CDE Handbook.

h. At the conclusion on the 15 minutes, the team will give a 10 minute presentation. The judges for the team presentation will act as the team members immediate supervisors. At the conclusion of the team presentation, the judges will have 10 minutes to ask questions of all team members.

7. Information and products from the team activity will be used in the individual sales activity. (Individual activity will be conducted after the team activity at the state level.) Participants will directly sell the product(s) to the judge(s). The judge(s) will fit one of the customer profiles identified in the team pre-call planning activity. The judge(s) will act as a real customer which may include not buying the

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product. Participants will have to establish rapport with the customer and ask probing questions to ensure they meet the customer’s needs. Participants will have 15 minutes to interact with the judges. Participants are allowed to use their one inch product information binder during the individual activity.

8. The high individual will be determined based on the written exam and the individual sales activity.

9. Official dress is required.

10. An FFA member may enter the regional and/or state event only once.

11. The National FFA scorecards will be used for this event.

12. A student may not participate in Agricultural Marketing or Agriculture Issues in the same year he or she is competing in Agricultural Sales.

Refer to National FFA’s website for additional information: https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_agsales_2012.pdf

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https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_agsales_2012.pdf

Agronomy CDE


1. A team may consist of four members. All four scores will count.

2. Participants may not handle any of the ID materials used in the event.

3. Each participant will be allowed 45 minutes per rotation.

4. Only non-graphing calculators may be used.

5. Participants shall not communicate with other participants.

6. The use of any communication device during the event shall be grounds for disqualification.

7. No FFA member who has participated in the past may participate in this event.

Rotation A: Crop/Weed ID (150 points) - Students will identify 30 specimens.

Rotation B: Insect ID & Fertilization Problem (150 points)

Insect ID (100 points) Students will identify 10 insects using specimens provided.

Fertilizer Problem (50 points) Students will use information provided to recommend what type of fertilizer is the best and most cost effective for the given scenario.

Rotation C: Soil & Water Management Questions (100 points) - Students will answer 25 questions on soil and water management using a Soil Survey Book and other provided resources.

Rotation D: General Knowledge Examination (100 points) Students will answer 50 multiple-choice questions.

Total Points: 500 per student/2000 per team

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American FFA Degree

Applications for this degree must be in the Executive Secretary's office no later than March 1.

All degree applicants must use the most current version of the degree application.

Article VI, Section F, of the National FFA Constitution states :

American FFA Degree - To be eligible to receive the American FFA Degree from theNational FFA Organization, the member must meet the following minimum qualifications:

1. Have received the State FFA Degree, have been an active member for the past three years (36 months) and have a record of satisfactory participation in the activities on the chapter and state levels.

2. Have satisfactorily completed the equivalent of at least three years (540 hours) of systematic secondary school instruction in an agricultural education program or to have completed at least the equivalent of 360 hours of systematic secondary school instruction in agricultural education and one full year of enrollment in a postsecondary agricultural program or have completed the program of agricultural education offered in the secondary school last attended.

3. Have graduated from high school at least 12 months prior to the national convention at which the degree is to be granted.

4. Have in operation and have maintained records to substantiate an outstanding supervised agricultural experience program through which a member has exhibited comprehensive planning, managerial and financial expertise.

5. Have earned and productively invested at least $7,500 or have earned and productively invested at least $1,500 and worked 2,250 hours in excess of scheduled class time. Any combination of hours times a factor of 3.33 plus dollars must be equal to or greater than the number 9,000. Hours used for the purpose of producing earnings reported as productively invested income shall not be duplicated as hours of credit to meet the minimum requirements for the degree.

The following amendment will replace Section F item 5 effective January 1, 2015. Those members applying for their American Degree after January 1, 2015 must meet this requirement.

5. A student after entering agricultural education must have:a. earned at least $10,000 and productively invested at least $7,500; or

b. earned and productively invested $2,000 and worked 2,250 hours in excess of scheduled class time. Any combination of hours, times a factor of 3.56, plus actual dollars earned and productively invested must be equal to or greater than the number 10,000. Hours used for the purpose of producing earnings reported as productively invested income shall not be duplicated as hours of credit to meet the minimum requirements for the degree.

6. Have a record of outstanding leadership abilities and community involvement and have achieved a high school scholastic record of “C” or better as certified by the principal or superintendent.

7. Have participated in at least 50 hours of community service, within at least three different community service activities. These hours are in addition to and cannot be duplicated as paid or unpaid SAE hours.

American Degree Applications and assistance are available at https://www.ffa.org/programs/degrees/americandegree/Pages/default.aspx#

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https://www.ffa.org/programs/degrees/americandegree/Pages/default.aspx

Additional information that may be helpful to teachers and students may be accessed below:

..\American Degrees\American Degree Guidelines.doc

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American Institute of Cooperatives (AIC)

Regional Event: Yes – Time set by regionLocation/Time of State Event: State FFA Convention

Objectives

1. Develop a better understanding of the cooperative form of business organization and its relationship to other forms of business.

2. Provide an opportunity for students to further develop their abilities for self-improvement and to foster community service through cooperatives.

3. Develop a better understanding between educational and cooperative leaders.

Format/Rules

1. The study of American Private Enterprise System should be offered in the Agricultural Education Program.

2. Each chapter is eligible to enter one FFA member in the Regional FFA Day AIC Event. A written quiz of approximately 50 short-answer questions on the American Private Enterprise System will be used to determine the regional winner. In case of a tie, the regional person in charge will break the tie.

3. The regional winner will represent the region in the state event held at the annual FFA State Convention.

4. The participants will be rated Superior, Excellent, Good, and Fair in the regional event.

5. State Event - A written test of approximately 100 short-answer questions on the American Private Enterprise System will be given to all participants. Each participant will be asked five (5) oral questions on the American Private Enterprise System. The written quiz will count 75 percent and oral questions 25 percent. The judges will select the top four participants.

6. Past FFA members placing in the top four (4) in the state event will not be eligible to participate again.

The State winner and state runner up will receive an all-expense paid trip to American Institute of Cooperatives Conference.

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Auctioneering


1. Only FFA members in good standing are eligible to participate in this event.

2. All participants are required to be in official FFA dress for this event.

3. FFA Auctioneering participants must be amateurs. Professional or professionally-trained auctioneers are

not eligible.

4. A chapter may enter only one (1) participant. Participants must register at the event site at the time

published in the State Fair Catalog.

5. Participants will participate in this event in the order in which their names appear on the registration sheet.

6. Each participant will auction four or five farm items. There will be an official starter and official bidders.

Participants may be requested to perform as many times as necessary for the judges to make their

decisions.

7. A list of auction items will be provided in advance.

8. The state winner will be ineligible to compete in this event in future years.

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Burley Tobacco Essay

Regional Event: Regional Paperwork DayLocation/Time of State Event: State Paperwork Day (results announced at State FFA Convention)

Objectives

1. Foster understanding and awareness of burley tobacco in the economic life of our community, state, and nation.

2. Develop knowledge about the history of burley tobacco.

3. Evaluate the process of the manufacturing and marketing of burley tobacco.

Eligibility

The event is open to all FFA members currently enrolled in agricultural education and in good standing with the local, state, and national FFA organization.

Rules

1. One (1) entry per chapter is to be submitted for the regional event.

2. The essay must be a minimum of 300 words, a maximum of 500 words, and written on the topic provided each year.

3. Essay entries must be typed, double spaced, and have a cover sheet with the participant's name, home mailing address, FFA chapter, and age.

4. Essays should be bound in a folder.

5. Use correct form for footnotes and bibliography where necessary.

6. The state winner will be selected from the twelve (12) regional winners.

7. The topic will be released by the Executive Secretary of the Kentucky Association FFA by December 1st of each year.

Crop Exhibits


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Corn

1. A corn entry must be a project of the exhibitor’s planned supervised agricultural experience program. It may be corn produced in the previous or current year.

2. All exhibits must be in place by the time specified by the Kentucky State Fair

3. FFA corn exhibits will be entered in the FFA Headquarters in the West Hall.

4. Exhibitors are limited to one (1) entry in yellow corn and one (1) entry in white corn.

5. Exhibits will be penalized if oil or polishing materials are used.

6. Judging will be based on the following points:

Uniformity of Exhibit ................................... 10Shape of Ears ............................................ 10Length of Ears ........................................... 10Circumference ........................................... 10Tip of Ears ................................................. 10Butts of Ears .............................................. 10Kernel Uniformity ....................................... 10Kernel Shape ............................................. 10Yield Potential............................................. 20

Soybeans

1. A soybean entry must be the product of the exhibitor’s planned supervised agricultural experience program. Only soybeans produced in the current year are eligible.


3. Exhibitors are limited to one entry in this class.

4. Entries must be entered in the FFA Department, West Hall.

5. A soybean exhibit should consist of 3 plants that have reached the full bloom or pod stage.

6. Exhibits with more or less than 3 plants will be disqualified.Disqualified exhibits will not be displayed.

7. White ribbon soybean exhibits may or may not be displayed depending on space availability.Wheat

1. A wheat entry must be the product of the exhibitor’s planned supervised agricultural experience program. It may be wheat produced in the previous or current year.


3. Exhibitors are limited to one entry in this class.

4. Entries must be entered in the FFA Department, West Hall.

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5. Proper containers to exhibit wheat (grain) will be furnished by the State Fair.

6. Wheat treated with oil, or materials that alter the natural color will be penalized or excluded from competition.

7. The entry must be 1 gallon by volume.

Hay

1. All entries must be the product of the exhibitor’s planned supervised agricultural experience program.

2. Each exhibit must weigh at least 15 pounds or be 18”-24” in overall length of sample. (No roll bales, loose hay in containers, etc. will be accepted.)

3. All exhibits must be neatly and firmly tied with two strings or wire, etc., to be considered in judging.

4. All exhibits must be in place by the time specified by the Kentucky State Fair.

5. Entries will be made at the FFA Headquarters in the West Hall.

6. Exhibitors are limited to one (1) entry per class, and may enter only two (2) classes.

7. Hay entries that do not meet the rule specifications for each class (entries placed in incorrect class) will not be displayed. (Depending on space limitations, white ribbon entries may not be displayed.)

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Dairy Evaluation CDE


1. When possible, four breeds of dairy cattle will be used in this CDE: Jersey, Guernsey, Holstein, and Brown Swiss. A class of Ayrshire may be used if available.

2. Six classes of four animals from the above mentioned breeds will be placed on type. The participants will be allowed 10 minutes to place each class.

3. Participants will be permitted to view the animals from all angles, but shall not at any time place their hands on the animals.

4. Two (2) sets of oral reasons will be given on two classes of Dairy Cattle as designated by the CDE superintendent (two minutes are allowed).

5. Students will take a 50 question multiple choice exam prior to the cattle evaluation.

6. No FFA member can participate in the Dairy Judging CDE who has participated in the CDE in past years.

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Dairy Handlers CDE


Approximately 24 dairy cattle holders will be needed for the State Fair Dairy Evaluation CDE. FFA members should register at the date and time published in the Fair Catalog and will be taken on a first come first served basis.

Chapters are limited to (2) FFA members per chapter unless total registration for this CDE is less than 24 individuals.

An instructional clinic for all participants will be held prior to the Dairy Judging CDE.

The following factors will be considered in scoring dairy holders:a. Appearance of Holdersb. Control of Animals by Holdersc. Poise and Calmness of Holdersd. Skill in Showing, including:

(1). Continuous attention while showing(2). Keeping animal placed to an advantage(3). Ability to stand animal(4). Ability to move animal

The top 12 holders will be awarded individual FFA plaques.

Agriculture teachers are asked to closely scrutinize the ability of the FFA member to properly control and present the dairy cow before entering them in the event.

The same FFA member will hold the same animal for both evaluation groups.

No students who are showing dairy animals during the Kentucky State Fair may participate in the Dairy Holders Event.

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Envirothon

Regional Event: 2 regional events held in AprilLocation/Time of State Event: May at site chosen by Division of Conservation

(This is the qualifying event for the National FFA Environmental/Natural Resources Career Development Event at the National FFA Convention.)

This event is sponsored, coordinated and carried out by the Division of Conservation in the cabinet of Natural Resources and Environmental Protection. In January of 2000, the KVATA(KAAE)/FFA joint committee and the Division of Conservation entered into an agreement whereby the Kentucky Association FFA would choose its’ representative to the National FFA Environmental/Natural Resources CDE from the highest placing FFA team in the state Envirothon event.

Rules/Format

The state FFA event will follow all the official rules of the state Envirothon, as well as the additional rules listed below. Visit http://conservation.ky.gov/Pages/Envirothon.aspx for specific Envirothon rules and resources.

All teams competing as FFA teams must be composed only and entirely of dues paying FFA members

FFA teams must declare their status as an FFA team to the event officials before the event begins

A student can participate in the envirothon as an FFA member only one time. (This applies only to FFA participating teams).

All five members participating as an FFA team will have used their FFA eligibility for this event as an FFA team member.

FFA teams should participate in the Regional Envirothon Event for the area in which the school is located. An FFA team must place in the “top 5” teams in the region in order to qualify for the state Envirothon Event.

The state winning team will represent Kentucky in the Environmental/Natural Resources CDE at the National FFA Convention. Information about this event can be found at: https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_enr_2012.pdf.

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https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_enr_2012.pdf

http://conservation.ky.gov/Pages/Envirothon.aspx

Extemporaneous Public Speaking CDE

Regional Event: Regional FFA DayLocation/Time of State Event: State FFA Convention

Purpose

The FFA Extemporaneous Public Speaking Career Development Event is designed to develop the ability of all FFA members to express themselves on a given subject without having prepared or rehearsed its content in advance. This gives FFA members an opportunity to formulate their remarks for presentation in a very limited amount of time.

Rules

1. The participant will draw at random three specific topics from the list of possible topics. This list will be sent to all teachers by the Executive Secretary by January 15th each year and will include current agriculture issues. The student will have two (2) minutes to select their topic from those drawn. After selecting the topic on which they desire to speak, all three topics will be returned to the original group of topics prior to the next drawing.

2. The person in charge of the preparation room will supervise the drawing of topics and notify participants when they are to speak. Participants shall draw for order of appearance or be scheduled. After order of appearing is determined, speaker number one shall draw 30 minutes before he/she is to speak. Approximately 10 minutes later the next speaker will draw his/her topic and so on until all speakers have drawn.

3. FFA Extemporaneous Public Speaking participants shall use only those cards supplied by the person in charge of the event for his/her notes to use in speaking.

4. The person in charge of the FFA Extemporaneous Public Speaking event will have the authority to supervise the preparation room for the event to see that all participants meet the rules of the event.

5. Reference material will be screened by the officials in charge of the event preparation room on the following basis:

a. Must be printed material such as books or magazines. Cannot be notes or speeches prepared by the participant or notes prepared by another person for the sole purpose of use for this event.

b. Resources printed from the internet must contain the URL at the bottom of the page which proves the material was printed in whole from the internet.

c. Shall be limited to five (5) items. To be counted as one item, a notebook of collected items may contain no more than 20 separate items or 100 pages.

6. Each speaker shall speak a minimum of four (4) minutes and a maximum of six (6) minutes. Five (5) minutes additional time will be allowed each participant in which to defend his/her speech on questions which shall be asked by the judges. A participant will be penalized one point per each half minute on each judge's score sheet for being over six (6) minutes or under four (4) minutes. Time commences when the speaker begins speaking.

7. A timekeeper will record the time and give it to the judges. Note: the timekeeper in the State contest will not stand at any time during the event.*

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8. The participants shall be judged by three (3) persons who represent, as far as possible, the fields of agriculture, business, and education.

9. The judges will select the winner of the event using the official score sheet only to supplement their

combined opinion.

10. The winner of the state event will represent Kentucky in the FFA National Extemporaneous Speaking CDE.

*Regions may choose to have the timekeeper stand during the regional FFA Day events.

Extemporaneous Scoring

ITEMS TO BE SCORED POINTS ALLOWEDKnowledge of Subject 20Control of nerves; Good eye contact; confident

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Body language; gestures; facial expression

20

Conversational yet enthusiastic; voice clear & projected; varied speaking rate, volume & pitch

10

Organization 10General Effect - Interesting; convincing; achieved purpose; Official Dress

10

Response to Questions 20

Total Points 100

Over/Under time deductions 1 pts/30 sec.

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Farm Business Management CDE

Regional Event: No regional qualification is required for the State CDE. Location/Time of State Event: State FFA Convention

Purpose

The Farm Business Management Career Development Event provides competition that fosters information assimilation, critical thinking and problem-solving skills necessary for successful business management. The skills learned in this event can be used to successfully manage a farm, pursue agricultural business careers and can be applied to personal financial management. The National FFA Farm Business Management Career Development Event enhances and encourages opportunities for all participants to receive instruction that develops business management skills.

Objectives

The event objectives are for participants to demonstrate their ability to:

A. Analyze business management information.

B. Apply economic principles and concepts of business management to the decision-making process.

C. Evaluate business management decisions.

D. Work together cooperatively as a group.

Rules


See the National FFA’s website for additional information: https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_fbm_2012.pdf

1. The state event will be held at the Kentucky FFA Convention.

2. Four members per team may participate. The highest three scores will constitute the team score. All members will use their event eligibility.

3. Only one team per chapter.

4. Team ties will be broken by using the highest individual score.

5. FFA members may participate only one time.

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https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_fbm_2012.pdf

Suggested Chapter References (not to be considered a comprehensive list)

1. Kentucky Farm Analysis Groups Summary, Agriculture Extension Information, UK.

2. Farm Planning Manual for Kentucky Farmers, Agriculture Extension Information, UK.

3. Farmers Tax Guide, Internal Revenue Service.

4. National FFA Farm Business Management Event, National FFA Office.

5. How Do We Organize to do Business in America.

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FFA Creed Speaking CDE


Purpose

The FFA Creed outlines the organization’s beliefs regarding the industry of agriculture, FFA membership and the value of citizenship and patriotism. The Creed is recited by FFA members as part of the requirements to earn the Greenhand FFA Degree. The purpose of the Creed speaking career development event is to develop the public speaking abilities of 8th and 9th grade FFA members as well as develop their self-confidence and contribute to their advancement in the FFA degree program.

Rules/Format

Freshmen in high school who are enrolled in their first year of agricultural education are eligible. In schools providing only three years of agricultural education, sophomores who are enrolled in their first year of agricultural education are eligible.

Each chapter will select its top participant to represent it at the regional FFA Day.

The participants in the FFA Creed event should be dressed in complete Official Dress as outlined in the FFA Manual.

FFA Creed participants in the regional FFA Day event will be rated by the judges as Superior, Excellent, Good, or Fair.

The winning speaker and the runner-up will be selected by the judges to represent the region in the state FFA Creed event held during the Kentucky FFA Convention.

* The event at the state level will consist of 2 parts: (a) Reciting the creed from memory; (b) Answering judges questions about the creed. Regions may or may not choose to have questions as a part of the regional FFA Day event.

Scoring

Items to be Scored PointsStage Presence

VoicePower of Expression

General EffectResponse to Questions

2525252525

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Floriculture CDE


1. A chapter is eligible to enter one team in the State Floriculture CDE.

2. The CDE will consist of four phases (parts):Phase I - 25 specimens for identification - 250 points Phase II - problem solving/decision making - 100 pointsPhase III - 25 general knowledge questions - 175 pointsPhase IV - 1 practicum - 125 points.

The team score is 3 members x 650 points = 1950 total points possible.

3. Four (4) members may judge. The three high scores will constitute the team score.

4. No FFA member shall be eligible to participate in this judging CDE who has participated in the state or national CDE in past years.

5. Any communication between participants or any use of a communication device during the CDE will be sufficient cause to eliminate the teams involved from the CDE.

6. Any assistance given to a team member from any source during theCDE will be sufficient cause to eliminate the team from the CDE.

7. To facilitate the holding of score cards during the CDE’s, participants may use clipboards. (Clipboards may be inspected by CDE officials).

8. All equipment, tools, supplies, and other materials, except pencils, will be furnished for the CDE.

9. Participants will not be allowed to touch or handle plant material in the CDE. Any infraction of this policy will be sufficient cause to eliminate the team from the CDE and nullify their awards.

10. No participant may communicate with his/her advisor during this event.

PHASE I - IDENTIFICATION OF PLANT MATERIALS (250 Points)Twenty-five specimens will be displayed for participants to identify by technical and common names. Each will have a number that must be written in the appropriate space adjacent to the botanical and common name of the specimen listed on the official score card. (Can use a number only one time) Ten points will be given for each specimen that is correctly identified. Each participant will be allowed twenty-five minutes to complete this Phase, or approximately one minute for each specimen station. Specimens to be used are listed on the official score card.

PHASE II - PROBLEM SOLVING (100 Points)This phase will include solving 10 problems related to the various aspects of the floriculture industry. All materials and information necessary to solve the problems will be provided.Twenty-five minutes will be allowed for this phase.

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PHASE III - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (175 Points)Twenty-five (25) objective type multiple-choice questions will be selected from the areas listed below. This phase of the CDE will test the participant’s knowledge and understanding of the basic principles relating to the following areas of floriculture. (For example, questions for the plant materials area may deal with such features as anatomy of flower or leaf, physiology of specific types of plants important to the horticulture industry, etc.) Each participant will be allowed twenty-five minutes to complete this phase. Each answer has a value of seven (7) points.

1. Plant materials2. Planting or Growing Media3. Diagnosis of Plant Disorders4. Materials (Growth Regulators Fertilizers, etc.)5. Propagation6. Safety7. Cultural Instructions8. Floral

PHASE IV - PRACTICUM (125 Points)Each participant must complete the following practicum in the Floriculture Judging CDE:

Practicum - Floral ArrangementEach participant will construct a floral arrangement. Participants will be allowed 20 minutes for this practicum.

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Food Science CDE

Regional Event: NoneLocation/Time of State Event: TBA

Purpose

The food science and technology career development event is designed to promote learning activities in food science and technology related to the food industry and to assist students in developing practical knowledge of principles used in a team decision-making process.

Objectives

A. To encourage FFA members to gain an awareness of career and professional opportunities in the field of food science and technology.

B. To provide FFA members with the opportunity to experience group participation and leadership responsibilities in a competitive food science and technology program.

C. To help FFA members develop technical competence and personal initiative in a food science and technology occupation.

Format

A team will consist of 4 individuals with all 4 scores counting to make a team total.

The food science and technology career development event will consist of three activities

1) Objective test2) Food safety and quality practicum3) Sensory evaluation practicum

All team members will participate in all of the activities.

Equipment

Materials student must provideClean, free of notes clipboardTwo sharpened No. 2 pencils, Electronic calculator

Calculators used in this event should be battery operated, non-programmable, and silent with large keys and large displays. Calculators should have only these functions- addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, equals, percent, square root, +/- key, and one memory register. No other calculators will be allowed during the event.

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Individual Activities

1. TestThe objective questions administered during the Food Science and Technology examination will be designed to determine each team member's understanding of the basic principles of food science and technology. It will encompass the knowledge required of the team event and the two practicums, i.e. food safety and quality and sensory evaluation, as well as material in the list of references.

Team members will work individually to answer each of the 50 questions. Each person will have thirty minutes to complete the examination. Each question will be worth 1 point for a correct answer. The test will be based on the list of references.

2. PracticumsEach team member will complete all parts of both practicums.

a. Food Safety and Quality Practicum- 50 points

i. Customer Inquiry- Each participant will be given five scenarios representing general consumer inquiries. Participants must determine if the consumer inquiry reflects a quality or safety issue and determine if it is a biological, chemical or physical concern or hazard. (25 points)

ii. Food Safety/Sanitation- Each participant will be given ten situations (e.g.,photos, videos, written scenarios, live demonstrations or a combination). A numbered list of problems will be provided at the beginning of this practicum segment. The list will contain concepts such as good manufacturing practices (GMP), sanitation, food handling/storage and other pre-requisite programs. Participants will identify if there is a violation presented in the situation. If participants decide that there is a violation, they will indicate the number of the violation from the list of problems provided. (25 points)

b. Sensory Evaluation Practicum- 50 points

i. Triangle Tests- Three different triangle tests will be conducted. Participants are expected to identify the different samples through flavor, aroma, visual cues and/or textural differences. Answers will be given on the sheet provided. No list will be provided for this segment of the practicum. Each test is worth 5 points. (15 points)

ii. Flavor Identification- Three samples will be tasted. Participants will be expected to discern the flavor of each sample by taste. Flavors may include but are not limited to fruits, vegetables, florals, savory, sweeteners, etc. Each sample is worth 5 points. (15 points)

iii. Aromas- Each participant will be asked to identify four different aromas from vials provided at each station and record the answer on the sheet provided. A list of potential aromas will be provided to each person. Each sample is worth 5 points. (20 points)

TIE BREAKERS - Should a tie occur in the overall team placing, the tie will be broken by the highest team’s general knowledge scores.

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Forestry CDE

The Forestry CDE is undergoing revisions which will not be final until late in 2013. These rules will change following that revision.

Regional Event: NoneLocation/Time of State Event: April at Green River Lake State Park

Purpose

The Forestry Career Development Event is designed to stimulate student interest and to promote forestry instruction in the agricultural education curriculum and to provide recognition for those who have demonstrated skills and competencies as a result of forestry instruction.

Objectives

A. Ability to understand and use forestry terms.

B. Ability to promote an understanding of the economic impact of the forest environment and the forest industry to the American economy.

C. Ability to recognize sustainability (multiple uses) opportunities in the forests.

D. Ability to recognize environmental and social factors affecting the management of forests.

E. Ability to identify major species of trees of economic importance to the United States and internationally.

F. Ability to identify hand tools, equipment and their uses in forestry management.

G. Ability to recognize and understand approved silvicultural practices in the United States.

H. Ability to identify forest disorders.

I. Ability to take a forest inventory.

J. Ability to utilize marketing management strategies.

K. Ability to recognize safety practices in forest management

Rules

1. A team representing a chapter may consist of four members. The highest three scores will constitute the team score. All four members will use their event eligibility.

2. The state event will be an open invitation without regional eliminations being required.

3. An FFA member may participate in the state event only once.

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4. Any communication between participants during the event will be sufficient cause to eliminate the team(s) involved from the event.

5. Any assistance given a team member from any source during the event will be sufficient cause to eliminate the team from the event.

6. In case of a tie, the highest individual score on a team will be used to break the tie (for all placings).

7. The judges reserve the right to stop a participant at any time when damage to parts or instruments appears to be imminent or safety of the participant is questioned.

8. No team shall practice Forestry Judging within Green River Lake State Park in the 30 days prior to the contest. Teams found to be in violation of this rule will be disqualified.

9. Students WILL be in the forest and should dress accordingly. Recommended dress includes long pants, close toed shoes (preferably boots), and rain gear if the forecast calls for rain.

10. Each student should bring insect repellant, clip board, writing utensil, Biltmore Stick.

PARTS OF CONTEST:

Written Test (200 points)Test will consist of general knowledge questions about forestry terms, measurements, pests, etc., which will come from the listed publications. Primary references include: Forest & Forestry Text and Kentucky Division of Forestry Website. Extension publications, textbooks, and other websites may also be used as references.

Timber Cruising (250 points)This will consist of 10 trees to be measured for DBH, number of logs, and number of board feet per tree. A total board footage question will be asked for the total cruise, but will only be used in case of a tie. There will be 3 blanks per tree. Each will be awarded points if correct. DOYLE LOG SCALE WILL BE USED!

1. Points per tree: 10 - DBH; 10 - # logs; 5 - board feet.2. Measure DBH to nearest inch.3. Measure merchantable timber to the nearest ½ log4. There will be a 1" leeway on DBH worth 1/2 credit (5 points). There will be a

½” log leeway on number of logs (5 points) ½” log = 8 ft.; 1 log = 16 ft.). Board feet must be exact according to the official judge's measurements.

Timber Stand Improvement (250 points)Students will have specific trees that they will have to make recommendations about in relation to managing an area for a specific purpose. The management will be for one of the following: Timber, Recreation, Wildlife, Watershed (erosion control), or Pulpwood. For information on TSI, visit: http://fw.ky.gov/timber.asp

Tool List (100 points)Tools to be used will be those on the national contest tool list. There will be 20 tools from this list to identify.

Tree Identification (200 points)This will consist of 25 trees from the national contest list. They will be forest species.

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http://fw.ky.gov/timber.asp

References

National FFA Career Development Events Handbook http://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_forestry.pdf

Forests & Forestry, 4th edition, Holland et al.

U.K. Extension Publications: FOR 2, FOR 3, FOR 4, & FOR 9

Kentucky Division of Forestry http://www.forestry.ky.gov

Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources http://fw.ky.gov/

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http://fw.ky.gov/

http://www.forestry.ky.gov/

http://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_forestry.pdf

Horse Evaluation CDE

Regional Event: NoneLocation/Time of State TBA

Purpose

The purpose of the National FFA Horse Evaluation Career Development Event is to:

A. Promote the study of and interest in equine science selection, care and well-being, management and production through the agricultural education curriculum.

B. Encourage experiential learning through use of practical skills and applied knowledge.

C. Provide recognition for those who have demonstrated skills and competencies as a result of instruction in equine science.

Objectives

A. To instill leadership and motivate learning in the classroom through development of student skills in cooperative learning, observation, analysis and communication.

B. To develop and exercise competitive spirit in a team atmosphere.

C. To create a foundation for career choices by building an awareness of opportunities within the equine industry.

D. To advance knowledge in equine science selection, care and well-being, management and production of horses.

E. To provide the opportunity to evaluate, make decisions and orally justify decisions on conformation traits and performance of horses.

Rules

1. The State FFA Horse Evaluation CDE will follow the National Horse Evaluation CDE rules and guidelines where possible and practical.

2. A chapter may enter one team.

3. Four FFA members may judge on each team. The three (3) highest scores will constitute the team score. All members will use their event eligibility.

4. A student cannot participate in a horse evaluation event and an additional state judging event at the State Fair in the same year (dairy, livestock, meats, nursery, floriculture, and seed identification judging events).

5. An FFA member may participate in the regional and/or state Horse Evaluation Event only once.

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6. The event will consist of six classes made up of halter and performance classes. Halter classes are judged on conformation and way of going. Performance classes are judged according to recognized standards for events.

7. The classes to be judged at the state event will be chosen from the following:

Western DivisionWestern Halter ClassesWestern Performance Classes

8. All halter classes are composed of four horses of the same breed, sex, and approximate age.

9. Horses are numbered one through four from the participants' left to right as they view the class from the rear. Back numbers corresponding to horse numbers must be worn by all handlers or riders. In the case of individual work performance classes (working hunter, reining, etc.), the order of the work may be used to number the horses.

10. Only participants and those individuals assigned to assist with the event are permitted in the arena during the judging. Judging is done on an individual basis. Any conferring between participants or between a participant and anyone other than the participant's group leader is grounds for dismissal of the participant(s) from the event.

11. Fifteen minutes is permitted for the judging of each class (including question classes).

12. Participants may assume all halter class horses to be sound. However, participants are to consider soundness of all performance class horses.

13. Participants are to answer questions on two classes following the placing. Answers will be used only to break a tie. In case of a tie after scoring the questions, the highest individual score will be used to break the tie (all placings).

14. Participants are responsible for the proper marking of all class placing cards. Cards handed in without a class placing will receive a score of zero.

15. Event winners will be announced during the awards program immediately following tabulation.

16. Plaques will be presented to the winning team and high individual.

17. The highest placing team will represent Kentucky in the Horse Evaluation CDE at the national convention.

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Horticulture Exhibit


1. FFA members must have ornamental or production horticulture projects as part of their planned supervised agricultural experience program to be eligible to enter in the FFA Horticulture Exhibits classes.

2. Exhibits must be entered by the time specified by the Kentucky State Fair.Entries may be removed at the time designated by the Fair Board on the final day of the state fair.

3. Space will be provided for hanging baskets in the potted flower class.The superintendent will have the right to require unusually large and/or heavy baskets to be set on a display table or floor.

4. Landscape Design - individual entries cannot be attached to other entries.

5. All exhibits must be properly labeled to be considered for premiums.Labels are to include name of item, student’s name, and chapter.(Labels will be available at Fair. However, chapters are encouraged to have labels prepared when they arrive at the Fair.)

Landscape Design Display

1. The display should consist of a scale model of a home, trees, shrubs, walks, patios, etc. The scale model must be constructed on a hard surface of four square feet (2’ x 2’) or less. The landscape design will count 40 percent in the judging.

2. Individual landscape entries cannot be attached to other entries.

3. A landscape design plan drawn to scale and the same size as the model must accompany the display.a. Label all pertinent components on the plan, including walks, drives, picnic tables, ponds, etc.b. Put the “key” of plants or “plant ID” and components directly on the front side of the plan page (not on separate sheet.)c. The landscape design plan will count 60% in the judging.d. “Vellum” paper for the design plan is recommended.

4. FFA members may exhibit only one scale model in this class.

Potted Flowers/Plants

1. Exhibits shall consist of one or more plants of the same species in a pot.

2. FFA members may exhibit only one potted plant in each of the listed classes for potted plants. Also, the student is limited to a maximum of five (5) total entries in the potted flowers/plant division.3. Plants must be labeled - include name of plant, student’s name, and chapter name.

4. Potted plants must be grown by the student exhibiting the plant.

5. The plants and pots should be clean and well-tended before they are exhibited.

6. A pot that contains two or more species of plants must be entered in sub class 398 J “Any Other Plants”.

Classes - An exhibitor may enter five (5) total entries but only one plant in each sub class.

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Floral Design

The design must be in a single container. The design must be the work of the exhibitor. Each exhibitor is allowed one entry per class. (Maximum of five (5) floral design entries) Purchased floral designs will be disqualified.

Best Horticulture Exhibit from a Chapter Number and quality of entries in Landscape Design Display, Potted Flowers, and Floral Design Class will be used in selecting winners.

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Impromptu Speaking Events

Regional Event: Yes – Regional FFA DayLocation/Time of State Event: State FFA Convention

(Beef, Crop, Dairy, Fruit/Vegetable, Goat, Greenhouse, Floral, Horse, Nursery/Landscape, Poultry, Sheep, Small Animal, Swine, Turf/Lawn Care) A separate event will be held in each of the listed areas

Rules

1. Impromptu speaking topics will be set by KAAE and posted on www.kyffa.org

2. In each event, participants will receive two speech topics from the provided list of possible topics. Participants will choose one of the two topics on which to speak.

3. Approximately thirty (30) minutes before each event is to start, all participants shall assemble, preferably adjacent to the scene of the event. A referee shall supervise the drawing of subjects and shall notify participants when they are to speak. Participants shall draw for order of appearance or be assigned. After order of appearing is determined, speaker number one shall draw a subject twenty (20) minutes before he/she is to speak. Six (6) minutes later the next speaker will draw his/her topic and so on until all speakers have drawn.

4. FFA Impromptu Speaking participants shall use only those cards supplied by the person in charge of the event for his/her notes to use in speaking.

5. The person in charge of the FFA Impromptu Speaking event will have the authority to supervise preparation in the events to the extent of limiting resource materials to books, circulars, pamphlets, and other published material.

6. Each speaker shall be limited to six (6) minutes. The timekeeper will stand at 5:00 and again at 6:00. A participant will be penalized two points per each half minute over six (6) minutes. The penalty will begin at 6:30.

7. Each local chapter should provide for a local event. Teachers are urged to have local persons interested in the respective areas provide local prizes. These individuals should also be used for judges if convenient.

8. A chapter is allowed one participant in each of the impromptu speaking events.

9. Three judges for each event, are to be selected by the regional organization of the Kentucky Association of Agriculture Educators (KAAE). The judges will select the winner of the event using the official score sheet only to supplement their combined opinion.

10. A state event in each area (beef, crop, dairy, fruit/vegetable, goat, greenhouse, floral, horse, nursery/landscape, sheep, small animal, swine, and turf/lawn care) shall be held at the time of the Kentucky FFA Convention. The 1st and 2nd place participant from each region may participate in the state contest.

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http://www.kyffa.org/

Impromptu Scoring

ITEMS TO BE SCORED POINTS

Content (50%)Introduction - Grabs Attention; Transition into body.

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Body of Speech - Organized; Points supported.

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Conclusion - Speech summarized; Decisive and effective.

10

Well Prepared; Not memorized; Central idea clear.

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Use of Words – Vocabulary and grammar.

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Delivery (50%)Control of nerves; Good eye contact; Confident.

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Body language; Gestures; Facial expression.

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Voice clear & projected; Varied speaking rate, volume & pitch.

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Voice sincere & conversational, yet enthusiastic

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General Effect - Interesting; Convincing; Achieved Purpose, Official Dress.

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Total Points (Gross) 100

Less Time Deductions2 points for

each 30 seconds

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Job Interview CDE

Regional Event: Time determined by region Location/Time of State Event: State FFA Convention

Purpose

The National FFA Job Interview Career Development Event is designed for FFA members to develop, practice and demonstrate skills needed for seeking employment in the industry of agriculture. Each part of the event simulates, as closely as possible, real-world activities that will be used by real-world employers.

Format

The event is developed to help participants in their current job search (for SAE projects, internships, part-time and full-time employment). Therefore, the cover letter, résumé and references submitted by the participant must reflect their current skills and abilities and must be targeted to a job for which they would like to apply. In other words, participants cannot develop a fictitious résumé; they must utilize their actual experience. They are expected to target the résumé toward a real job for which they presently qualify.

Job Interview CDE Rules

1. The Job Interview CDE will be limited to one student per chapter.

2. Each region will select one student to advance to the state Job Interview CDE. Regional contests must be completed by May 1st.

3. All written materials (resume, cover letter, application, etc.) must be the result of the student’s own work. Plagiarism will be grounds for disqualification.

4. The CDE will include three sections:a. Resume and cover letter-300 pointsb. Initial phone contact- 100 pointsc. Personal interview- 500 points

5. The resume and cover letter must be submitted electronically to the State Executive Secretary by May 15th. Both should be formatted for 8 ½ x 11 inch paper.

a. The resume and cover letter must be non-fictitious and based on the student’s actual work experience. The resume and cover letter should be targeted toward an entry level job for which the student would currently be qualified.

b. The cover letter (100 points) must be typed, one page, single spaced, left justified using Times, Times New Roman or Arial 11 point minimum font.

i. The letter should be dated May 15 and addressed to:FFA Job Interview Superintendent500 Mero Street, Room 2121Frankfort, KY 40601

c. The resume (200 points) is to be single sided, typed using Times, Times New Roman or Arial 11 point minimum font. The resume should not exceed 2 pages total.

d. A 10% penalty will be deducted for any materials not submitted by the deadline.

6. Initial Phone Contact- 100 pointsa. The participant will be contacted by the potential employer by phone to arrange an interview time. The

potential employer may ask questions regarding aspects of the participant’s resume.

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b. The initial phone contact may last 3-5 minutes.

7. Personal Interview- 500 pointsa. A panel of judges will conduct a personal interview for the position.b. Interviews will be limited to 10 minutes.

Cover Letter- 100 PointsPoints Possible Points Received

Format 30Grammar/Punctuation/Spelling 20Content 40General Appearance 10

Subtotal 100Deduction -10Total 100

Resume- 200 PointsPoints Possible Points Received

Format 5Content 75Grammar/Punctuation/Spelling 5

General Appearance 15Subtotal 100Deduction -10Total 100X2 200

Telephone Contact- 100 PointsPoints Possible Points Received

First Impression 30Content 30Response to Questions 20Overall Impression 20Total 100

Personal InterviewPoints Possible Points Awarded

Appearance 10First Impression 15Response to Questions 30Communication Skills 30Conclusion 15Total 100X5 500

Refer to the National FFA’s website for additional information: https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_jobinterview_2012.pdf

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https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_jobinterview_2012.pdf

Junior Chapter Meeting CDE

Regional Event: Time determined by the RegionLocation/Time of State Event: State FFA Convention

Purpose

To involve more first year members in FFA events, while developing teamwork, leadership, speaking, and parliamentary procedure skills. We do not wish to take away from the Parliamentary Procedure event in any way, but to create an environment in which younger members can learn and build their skills without the competitive edge.

1. A team must consist of eight – ten (8-10) members - a president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, reporter, sentinel, and four (4) other members.

2. The contest will consist of four phases: A demonstration of the opening and closing ceremonies, a six minute team presentation of parliamentary procedure and presentation of the minutes prepared by the team secretary in consultation with the chair.

3. A team shall not use more than six (6) minutes for the presentation of parliamentary procedure. A timekeeper will start timing the team when the president requests the first item of business. The timekeeper will stand at 5 minutes (5:00) and remain standing for at least 15 seconds. This will allow one (1) more minute to complete the business session. The timekeeper will stand again at 6:00 minutes and remain standing until the end of the demonstration. To prevent being penalized the team must conclude all business by 6 minutes 29 seconds. At 6 minutes 30 seconds the team will lose 5 points and will lose 5 points for each additional 30 seconds over. The time stops with the beginning of the closing ceremonies (“We are about to adjourn……”)

4. Minutes of the previous meeting, committee reports, or old business shall not be used in this contest. Item of Business: Each team will address a local chapter item of business, which would normally be a part of a chapter’s Program of Activities. The possible motions are as follows:

a. Conduct a special meeting.b. Have a recreation activity.c. Plan a FFA trip.d. Purchase an item for the chapter.e.

f. To conduct a community service project.

g. To conduct a FFA event.h. To conduct a fundraiser.i. To conduct a public relations

activity.

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Consult the Official FFA Manual and Student Handbook for specific activities. The motion will be specific and must be moved as an original main motion as it is written on the card.

5. Event Card: The event officials will select one of the permissible motions from the list below for 5 (five) members. These motions will be on an index card and one will be randomly assigned to five team members, excluding the chair. All teams will be assigned the same motions. Team members will have one minute to review the main motion, the motions to be demonstrated and to identify his/her motion (which may be noted by bolding, underlining or highlighting). Members may not confer during the one-minute time period or during the demonstration.

6. Opening the Demonstration: The team demonstrating should assume that a regular chapter meeting is in progress after the completion of opening ceremonies and new business is being handled on the agenda. The chair shall tap the gavel once to signify the end of the previous item of business then start the presentation by saying, “Is there any new business that should be presented at this time?” A team member should then move the assigned main motion as written on the cardPermissible Motions:

7. Original Main Motion: The event official will assign the original main motion on an index card. This is to be the first item of business presented. All teams in each section will use the same main motion. This original main motion must be the first motion presented. The list of permissible motions are as follows:

1. Main Motion2. Primary Amendment3. Secondary Amendment4. Unqualified Adjourn5. Refer to Committee6. Rise to Point of Order7. Parliamentary Inquiry8. Question of Privilege 9. Division of Assembly

8. Number of Motions: Given that there are a number of permissible motions that can take place during the time given for this competition, the motions that will take place in the presentation will be limited to the motions that are present on the cards. The only exception is Point of Order, as it can be used to correct any mistakes that may occur in the competition. Each motion that is utilized outside of the motions present on the cards

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will cost the team 10 points per motion. (This rule is in place to guard against having the entire meeting planned.)

9. Debate: The top debate per member will be tabulated in the presentation score. (See scoring of debate for further information)

10. Presentation Minutes (45 points): Each team will have a secretary take minutes of the presentation. A possible score of 45 points will be allowed for the minutes. Pencil and paper will be supplied to take notes during the presentation. If paper and pencil are not present it is the secretary’s responsibility to request these items from the judges or event officials. Following the presentation, the secretary, in consultation with the president, will have 15 minutes to prepare the official minutes.

11.Instructions on Minutes

1. Use the example of proper minutes as illustrated in the Official FFA Secretary’s Book and/or outlined in Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised. 2. A dictionary will be permitted for writing the official minutes of the presentation. 3. The minutes will begin by recording the first item of business presented. Opening ceremonies and other preliminary information will not be used. Example: “It was moved by John Smith to conduct a Food for America program during the month of April.” 4. The chair and the secretary may consult in preparing the official minutes of the presentation. A total of 15 minutes will be allowed to prepare the minutes. 5. A judge will read, review and grade the official minutes of the presentation after completion of each round of the event. The scores will be provided to the presentation judges for use in computing final scores.

12. SCORING

A. Guidelines for Scoring Debate

1. It is essential that each judge observes and maintains consistent criteria in scoring debate for the duration of the event. 2. Judges must overlook personal opinions and beliefs and score debate in an unbiased manner. All debate should be scored at the time it is delivered. 3. Characteristics of effective debate include a) completeness of thought, b) logical reasoning, c) clear statement of speaker’s position, d) conviction of delivery and e) concise and effective statement of debate.4. A suggested grading scale is as follows:

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Excellent . . . . . . . . . 16–20 pointsGood . . . . . . . . . . . 11–15 pointsAverage . . . . . . . . . . 6–10 pointsPoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0–5 points

5. An excellent debate would be extremely unusual and would be characterized by a truly stirring delivery and brilliant in terms of information provided and/or suggestions for action offered. Poor debate would be characterized by a lack of effective delivery, poor grammar, reasoning and substance. An example might be: “I think this is a good idea.”

6. Most debate would fall in the range of 6-15 points. An example of a debate might be: “I think this is a very significant motion which should be adopted for the following reasons (new, informative and logically related).” Each debate should have a logical conclusion. Good debate would be characterized by effective delivery, substance, creative and visionary thought delivered in a convincing and compelling manner.

7. Each time a participant in the presentation debates any motion, they may earn a score.

8. The top debate per member will be tabulated in the presentation score.

9. Each team member may take notes.

B. Guidelines for Scoring the Chair (55 points)

1. Ability to preside – handling of motions, keeping members informed, use of the gavel, distribution of discussion. (40 points) 2. Leadership – stage presence, poise, self-confidence, politeness and voice. (15 points)

It is acceptable for the chair to take notes during the meeting.

The judges will use Form 2 to score the event. The top four teams will be ranked based on the judges’ lowest combined rank. The remaining teams will be designated gold, silver or bronze awards.

REFERENCES

This list of references is not intended to be inclusive. Other sources may be utilized and teachers are encouraged to make use of the very best instructional materials available. The following list contains references that may prove helpful during event preparation. The official text will be the latest edition of Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised. Additional parliamentary procedure resources: The Core Catalog from National FFA Organization at

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www.ffaunlimited.org. Go to “The Core”, the new name of education resource offerings, and look for the link to other instructional aids and materials. Parliamentary Procedure Oral Questions (reference for oral questions) Manual of Parliamentary Procedure Test Questions. (reference for written exam) from Parliamentary Procedure Instructional Materials Center: Shane Dunbar, (425) 337-9307; 12731 25th Ave. S.E.; Everett, Washington 98208. Additional references may include FFA New Horizons magazine, the Official FFA Manual, the FFA Student Handbook and the Official Chapter Secretary’s Book.

Kentucky FFA- Parliamentary Procedure Score SheetChapter:

Opening and Closing Ceremonies (120 Points) Correctness and effect of ceremonies (include deductions for official dress)

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Parliamentary Presentation of Motions (280 Points)

Required Motion Discussion

Total Per Member

Participant20 points each

20 Points each

Points Possible

1 2 3 4 5

6XXXXXXXXXXXX

7XXXXXXXXXXXX

8XXXXXXXXXXXX

9XXXXXXXXXXXX

Chair- Ability to Preside (55 Points) Ability to preside, handling motions, keeping members informed, use of gavel, distribution of discussion- 35 points Leadership- stage presence poise, self control, politeness and voice- 15 points

Minutes (45 Points) Completeness, accuracy, format, grammar

Total Score (490 Possible)

Deductions 5 points for every 30 seconds over 6 minutes Penalty begins at 6:30

10 points for each motion used not present on the cards

Total Team

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Score

Land Judging CDE

Regional Event: Time and location determined by each regionLocation/Time of State Event: November at Kentucky FFA Leadership Training Center

Rules

1. Participation is limited to FFA members regularly enrolled in agricultural education classes and who are in good standing with the Kentucky Association of FFA.

2. Four members may judge. The three highest scoring members will constitute the team score in regional and state events. The team members shall be studying or have completed soils work in their course.

3. Land judging ties will be broken by the fourth team member's score. In chapters where only three members judged; the chapter having four members will be selected the winner.

4. An FFA Member may participate in the regional and state land judging event only one time.

5. 4-H Land Judging in Kentucky is the official reference for the contest and may be obtained at http://www.ca.uky.edu/agc/pubs/4ba/4ba08mg/4ba08mg.pdf

6. The official Kentucky Land Judging Score Card shall be used in all events. They may be secured from the Executive Secretary or at http://www.ca.uky.edu/agc/pubs/4ba/4ba09sd/4ba09sd.pdf

7. The winning team in each region shall be awarded a plaque.

8. Two chapters are eligible to represent the region in the state event.

The state winning team will represent the Kentucky Association FFA in the National Land Judging Event in Oklahoma. Kentucky may send up to five teams to the National Land Judging Event.

Note: Kentucky will not solicit sponsorship for the additional four land judging teams that elect to participate in the National Land Judging

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http://www.ca.uky.edu/agc/pubs/4ba/4ba09sd/4ba09sd.pdf

http://www.ca.uky.edu/agc/pubs/4ba/4ba08mg/4ba08mg.pdf

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Livestock Evaluation CDE

Regional Event: All teams competing at state fair must qualify by participating in an approved regional/university livestock evaluation eventLocation/Time of State Event: Kentucky State Fair

1. Market goats, swine, sheep and beef cattle constitute the classes.

2. Seven classes of livestock, four (4) animals each, will be placed:

Class One - Breeding Cattle Class Two - Market CattleClass Three - Breeding Swine Class Four - Market Swine

Class Five - Breeding Sheep Class Six - Market SheepClass Seven - Market Goats

3. One set of oral reasons will be given on one class of beef cattle as designated by the CDE superintendent. (Two minutes are allowed)

4. One class of slaughter cattle consisting of five (5) head will be graded individually according to the latest U.S. Market Grades, as shown in the National FFA Career Development Events Booklet. More than one breed may be used in this class.

5. One class of feeder cattle (calves) consisting of five (5) head will be graded according to U.S. Market Grades as shown in the National FFA Career Development Events Handbook.

6. A 50 question multiple choice test will be given to all students prior to beginning the event. The exam will be similar to the Skillathon Contest administered by the Kentucky Department of Agriculture.

7. No FFA member can participate in the livestock evaluation CDE who has participated in the CDE in past years.

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Meats Evaluation CDE


1. Sample score cards for this event are available in National FFA Career Development Event CD. The 2012-2016 Event Materials and Score Card will be used. Sample Score Cards are available from the Executive Secretary.

2. Formata. Four placing classes of either beef or pork wholesale cuts, depending upon availability.b. Two classes of meet to grade

One class or five beef (e.g. rib steaks) cuts to grade on yield grade- the carcass weight and kidney fat will be provided.One class or five beef (e.g. rib steaks) cuts to grade on quality- the maturity will be provided.Each class will count 50 points. Ten points are allowed for the correct grading of each cut. A deduction of one point will be made for one-third (1/3) grade above or below the official grade; three points will be deducted for two-thirds (2/3) grade above or below the official grade; six points will be deducted for one full grade above or below the official grade. The score will be zero (0) for a grade more than one full grade above or below the official grade.

c. Two classes of 15 retail cuts each to identify. (75 points each class)

2. Participants will be allowed twelve (12) minutes for each rotation.

4. No FFA member will be allowed to participate in the Meats Evaluation CDE who has participated in the CDE in past years.

5. No food or drink allowed within CDE site.

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Milk Quality and Products CDE

Regional Event: NoneLocation/Time of State Event: Morehead State University- Date TBA

1. Each chapter shall enter a team composed of three or four participants with the top three scores counting for the team score. Team members must all be members of the same FFA chapter.

2. Each participant will participate in all phases of the event.

Milk Flavor Identification and Evaluation – (50 Points) Five milk samples will be scored on flavor (taste and odor). All samples of milk are prepared from pasteurized milk intended for table use and will score 1 to 10.

Please note the scoring guide from the National FFA Career Development Events Handbook, page 128.

Participants are to use whole numbers when scoring ‘flavor’ of milk. Check only the one most serious defect in a sample even if more than one flavor is detected. If no defect is noted, check “No Defect” and score as a ten (10).

Ten minutes will be allocated for this portion of the event.

Milk Fat Content of Fresh Milk Products –(30 points) Six samples of fresh fluid milk products will be identified according to their content of milk fat.

The following products may be included among the samples: nonfat (skim) milk, nonfat 1%, reduced fat milk (2%), milk (3.3%), half and half (10.5%), coffee cream (18%), buttermilk, and whipping cream (30%).

Cheese Identification – (50 Points) Five cheese samples for identification will be selected. More than one sample of a given cheese may be used. Please note cheese list from the National FFA Career Development Events Handbook along with the classification chart.

A score of 3 points is given for each variety correctly identified. 35 Points will be awarded for the classification of cheese characteristics as viewed in the National FFA Handbook.

10 minutes will be allocated for this portion of the event.

General Knowledge Exam – (120 Points)

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Sixty objective-type questions consisting of questions on milk production and marketing general knowledge. Each question will be worth 2 points.


Problem Solving - (50 Points) 10 multiple choice questions related to the following:

A. Decisions about the quality and acceptability of milk. B. Calculations of the value of milk and components of milk. C. Decisions about nutritional value of milk and milk products. D. Decisions about the use of chemicals in cleaning and sanitizing

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Nursery and Landscape CDE


1. Four (4) members may judge. The three high scores will constitute the team score.

2. A chapter is eligible to enter one team in the state Nursery and Landscape CDE.

3. The CDE will consist of four phases (parts):

Phase I - 25 specimens for identification - 250 pointsPhase II - identification of plant disorders and/or problem solving situations - 150 points; Phase III - 25 general knowledge questions - 175 pointsPhase IV – 1 practicum - 125 points.

The team score is 3 members x 700 points = 2100 total points possible.

4. No FFA member shall be eligible to participate in this CDE who has participated in the state or national CDE in past years.

5. Any communication between participants during the CDE will be sufficient cause to eliminate the teams involved from the CDE.

6. Any assistance given to a team member from any source during the CDE will be sufficient cause to eliminate the team from the CDE.

7. To facilitate the holding of score cards during the CDE’s, participants may use clipboards. (Clipboards may be inspected by CDE officials.)

8. All equipment, tools, supplies, and other materials, except pencils, will be furnished for the CDE.

9. Participants will not be allowed to touch or handle plant material in the CDE. Any infraction of this policy will be sufficient cause to eliminate the team from the CDE and nullify their awards.

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PHASE I - IDENTIFICATION OF PLANT MATERIALS (250 Points)This phase will consist of identifying 25 plant specimens. Participants will be provided with a copy of the National FFA Nursery ID list.

PHASE II - PLANT DISORDERS AND/OR PROBLEM SOLVING (150 Points)This phase will include identification of plant disorders and/or problem solving situations.

PHASE III - GENERAL KNOWLEDGE (175 points)Twenty-five objective type multiple-choice questions will be selected from the areas listed below. This phase of the CDE will test the participant’s knowledge and understanding of the basic principles relating to the following areas of nursery production (For example, questions for the plant materials area may deal with such features as anatomy of a flower or leaf, physiology of specific types of plants important to the horticulture industry, etc.) Each participant will be allowed twenty-five minutes to complete this phase. Each answer has a value of seven (7) points.

Plant materials PropagationPlanting or growing media SafetyDiagnosis of plant disorders Landscape designMaterials (growth regulators, fertilizer, etc.) Cultural InstructionsSalesmanship

PHASE IV – PRACTICUM (125 points)Each participant must complete the following practicum in the Nursery and Landscape CDE:

Practicum - The student will be furnished a landscape drawing and necessary material to answer five to ten objective questions about the landscape drawing; such as, determining the cost of fencing or nursery stock or number of yards of sod required. (Number of questions will vary depending on difficulty.) The superintendent of the CDE will establish the time limit for the practicum at the time of the CDE.

*Plant material provided by the Horticulture Department at University ofKentucky.

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Parliamentary Procedure CDE


Rules

1. A team must consist of ten members - a president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, reporter, sentinel, and four (4) other members. Teams not having ten members will not be allowed to participate. The advisor shall not participate in the business meeting.

2. The event will consist of four phases: A written examination (optional at regional level), demonstration of the opening and closing ceremonies, a ten minute team presentation of parliamentary procedure, and presentation of the minutes prepared by the team secretary in consultation with the chair.

3. A team shall not use more than ten (10) minutes for the presentation of parliamentary procedure. A timekeeper will start timing the team when the president requests the first item of business. The timekeeper will stand at 9 minutes (9:00) and remain standing for at least 15 seconds. This will allow one (1) minute to complete the business session. To prevent being penalized the team must conclude all business by 10 minutes 29 seconds. At 10 minutes 30 seconds the team will lose 5 points and will lose 5 points for each additional 30 seconds over. The time stops with the beginning of the closing ceremonies (“We are about to adjourn……”)

4. Minutes of the previous meeting, committee reports, orders of the day, or old business shall not be used in this event. Item of Business: Each team will address a local chapter item of business, which would normally be a part of a chapter’s Program of Activities (e.g., Food for America, PALS, GLOBAL, fundraisers, recreation, etc.) Consult the Official FFA Manual and Student Handbook for specific activities. The motion will be specific and must be moved as an original main motion as it is written on the card.

5. Event Card: The event officials will select one main motion, four subsidiary, three incidental and one privileged motion or a motion that brings a question again before the assembly from the list of permissible motions. These motions will be on an index card and one will be randomly assigned to each team member, except the chair. All teams will be assigned the same motions. Team members will have one minute to review the main motion, the motions to be demonstrated and to identify his/her motion (which may be noted by bolding, underlining or highlighting). Members may not confer during the one-minute time period or during the demonstration. The chair will also receive a copy of the event card.

6. Opening the Demonstration: The team demonstrating should assume

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that a regular chapter meeting is in progress after the completion of opening ceremonies and new business is being handled on the agenda. The chair shall tap the gavel once to signify the end of the previous item of business then start the presentation by saying, “Is there any new business that should be presented at this time?” A team member should then move the assigned main motion as written on the card

7. Original Main Motion: The event official will assign the original main motion on an index card. This is to be the first item of business presented. All teams in each section will use the same main motion. This original main motion must be the first motion presented, unless orders of the day, take from the table, reconsider or rescind are required.

8. Alternative Main Motion: An alternate main motion not pertaining to the assigned main motion may be used to facilitate the correct demonstration of the motion, “Call for the orders of the day,” should that privileged motion be designated as one to be demonstrated by the officials in charge. If an alternative main motion is used, the member will NOT be given credit for an additional motion.

9. Take from the Table: If the officials in charge designate ‘Take from the Table’ as a motion to be demonstrated, you should assume that you would take from the table a motion that was laid on the table earlier in the present meeting. Example: “I move to take from the table the motion to hold an FFA hayride.” The original main motion, assigned on the card, cannot be taken from the table. The motion should not be used unless it is a required motion.

10. Reconsider: If the officials in charge designate ‘Reconsider’ as a motion to be demonstrated, you should assume that you would reconsider a motion you did earlier in the present meeting. Example: “I move to reconsider the motion adopted earlier to hold an FFA hayride.” This motion should not be used unless it is a required motion. Unrealistic or canned debate on the motion to reconsider may be penalized at the judge’s discretion.

11. Rescind: If the officials in charge designate ‘Rescind’ as a motion to be demonstrated, you should assume that you would rescind a motion adopted at the last meeting. Example: “I move to rescind the motion that was adopted at our last meeting to hold an FFA hayride.” This motion should not be used unless it is a required motion. Unrealistic or canned debate on the motion to rescind may be penalized at the judges’ discretion.

12. Call for the Orders of the Day: If the event officials designate Call for the Orders of the Day as a motion to be demonstrated, you may use an alternative main motion not pertaining to the assigned main motion to facilitate the correct demonstration of the motion. If an alternative main motion is used, the member will not be given credit for an additional motion.

13. Number of Motions: There shall be no limitation to the number of subsidiary, incidental, privileged motions or a motion that brings a question again before the assembly demonstrated by the team. However, the team

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must demonstrate four subsidiary motions, three incidental motions and one privileged motion or a motion which brings a question again before the assembly designated by the officials in charge. The team may use more than one original main motion as long as it pertains to the assigned main motion. While acceptable, this practice is strongly discouraged.

14. Using a Motion Twice: A member’s required motion will not be counted as an additional motion for another member. The person who makes the assigned original main motion will be given credit for an additional motion. If an alternative main motion is used, the member will NOT be given credit for an additional motion.

15. Debate The top debate per member will be tabulated in the presentation score.

Presentation Minutes (50 points): Each team will have a secretary take minutes of the presentation. A possible score of 50 points will be allowed for the minutes. Pencil and paper will be supplied to take notes during the presentation. If paper and pencil are not present it is the secretary’s responsibility to request these items from the judges or event officials. Following the presentation, the secretary, in consultation with the president, will have 20 minutes to prepare the official minutes.

Instructions on Minutes

1. Use the example of proper minutes as illustrated in the Official FFA Secretary’s Book and/or outlined in Robert’s Rules of Order Newly Revised. 2. A dictionary will be permitted for writing the official minutes of the presentation. 3. The minutes will begin by recording the first item of business presented. Opening ceremonies and other preliminary information will not be used. Example: “It was moved by John Smith to conduct a Food for America program during the month of April.” 4. The chair and the secretary may consult in preparing the official minutes of the presentation. A total of 20 minutes will be allowed to prepare the minutes. 5. A judge will read, review and grade the official minutes of the presentation after completion of each round of the event. The scores will be provided to the presentation judges for use in computing final scores.

Individual Activity Written Test (100 points) A written test will consist of 25 objective type multiple choice questions covering basic parliamentary law and information pertaining to minutes. Thirty minutes will be allowed to complete the test. Each participant may score a maximum of 100 points. The average score of the 10-team members will be used to compute the total team score in each round. (The exam is optional at the regional level.)

SCORING

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A. Guidelines for Scoring Debate

1. It is essential that each judge observes and maintains consistent criteria in scoring debate for the duration of the event.

2. Judges must overlook personal opinions and beliefs and score debate in an unbiased manner. All debate should be scored at the time it is delivered.

3. Characteristics of effective debate include a) completeness of thought, b) logical reasoning, c) clear statement of speaker’s position, d) conviction of delivery and e) concise and effective statement of debate.

4. A suggested grading scale is as follows:

Excellent . . . . . . . . . 16–20 pointsGood . . . . . . . . . . . 11–15 pointsAverage . . . . . . . . . . 6–10 pointsPoor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0–5 points

5. An excellent debate would be extremely unusual and would be characterized by a truly stirring delivery and brilliant in terms of information provided and/or suggestions for action offered. Poor debate would be characterized by a lack of effective delivery, poor grammar, reasoning and substance. An example might be: “I think this is a good idea.”

6. Most debate would fall in the range of 6-15 points. An example of a debate might be: “I think this is a very significant motion which should be adopted for the following reasons (new, informative and logically related).” Each debate should have a logical conclusion. Good debate would be characterized by effective delivery, substance, creative and visionary thought delivered in a convincing and compelling manner.

7. The top debate per member will be tabulated in the presentation score.

B. Guidelines for Scoring the Chair

1. Ability to preside – handling of motions, keeping members informed, use of the gavel, distribution of discussion. (40 points)

2. Leadership – stage presence, poise, self-confidence, politeness and voice. (20 points)

It is acceptable for the chair to take notes during the meeting.

The judges will use the official score sheet to score the event. The top four teams will be ranked based on the judges’ lowest combined rank.

TIEBREAKERS

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Tiebreakers for teams will be:1. the total presentation score2. the team’s average score on the written test

Kentucky FFA- Parliamentary Procedure ScoresheetChapter:

Exam 100 Points (optional at regional level) Average score of entire teamOpening and Closing Ceremonies (120 Points) Correctness and effect of ceremonies (include deductions for official dress)

Parliamentary Presentation of Motions (360 Points)Required Motion Discussion Total Per Member

Participant 20 points each 20 Points each 40 Points PossibleVP Secretary Treasurer Reporter Sentinel Member 1 Member 2 Member 3 Member 4

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Chair- Ability to Preside (60 Points) Ability to preside, handling motions, keeping members informed, use of gavel, distribution of discussion- 40 points Leadership- stage presence poise, self control, politeness and voice- 20 points

Minutes (50 Points) Completeness, accuracy, format, grammar

Total Score (690 Possible)

Deductions 5 points for every 30 seconds over 10 minutes Penalty begins at 10:30

Total Team Score Rating

Poultry Evaluation CDE

Regional Event: NoLocation/Time of State Event: Murray State University Field Day

1. The CDE will follow a modified version of the National Contest. Contestants/advisors of teams may reference the National FFA CDE Guidelines posted at https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_poultry_2012.pdf for details.

2. Teams shall consist of 3-4 team members. The top three scores from each team will count toward the team total.

3. The 4 parts of the CDE will be:I. Written Test

(Taken from National FFA Poultry Judging Manual 5th Edition)II. Parts IDIII. Exterior Egg Grading

IV. Broiler Carcass Grading

*No candling of eggs

Note: The Field Day Committee reserves the right to modify the CDE for

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https://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_poultry_2012.pdf

efficiency and deviate from the State/National Guidelines if deemed necessary.

Reference: National FFA Poultry Judging Manual available from National FFA Instructional Materials Service (5th Edition # 0418-5).

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Proficiency Awards

Regional Event: Regional Paperwork DayLocation/Time of State Event: State Paperwork Day in April (Results announced at State Convention)

Purpose

The purpose of these awards is to encourage the development and continuous growth of meaningful Supervised Agricultural Experience programs by students, and to further recognize those FFA members who have exceptional supervised agricultural experience programs.

Scoring

Chapter entries will be delivered to the Regional Paperwork Day event as determined by the regional KAAE. It is recommended that regions use the National FFA Proficiency Scoring Rubric to determine regional winners.

Regional first place entries in each area will be scored at the State Paperwork Day on the date announced by the Executive Secretary. Applications must be received by the start time of State Paperwork Scoring as specified by the Executive Secretary. Applications arriving late will not be scored.

Current regional KAAE Chairpersons, Vice-Chairs, and Secretaries will serve as judges of the proficiency awards event. Additionally, KAAE State Officers may serve as judges as needed. In the event a region brings more judges than requested, those additional judges will be utilized if needed.

All applications will be screened by a team of teachers using the National FFA Organization’s Proficiency Scoring Rubric. The top 3-6 applications will be selected (based on number of applicants in the area and quality of applications).

The top applications from the screening process will then be individually scored by at least two different teachers using the National FFA Organization Proficiency Scoring Rubric. Scores will determine the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place applications in each area.

Teachers of state winning proficiencies will be notified by email after the paperwork scoring. The teacher may request the application to be sent to them to be prepared for the national event. All state winning proficiencies must be returned to the Executive Secretary by the date stated to be

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forwarded to the National FFA Judging Session. Late applications will not be sent on to National FFA.

All non-winning proficiencies will be available for teachers to pick up after the 5th general session of the Kentucky FFA State Convention in June.

National Events

All state proficiency awards are part of the National Agricultural Proficiency Award Program, which is a project of the National FFA Foundation.

The state winner in each area will represent Kentucky in the National FFA competition. In the event that a student wins more than one state proficiency area, the advisor will choose which application goes on to National Convention. The second place participant will advance in the other area.

The National FFA Foundation will supply awards for the state winners in these events. Winners representing Kentucky in the national proficiency areas will receive a check and certificate from the National FFA Foundation

Entry Forms

National Proficiency Award entry forms are available from the National FFA Organization at: https://www.ffa.org/programs/awards/proficiency/Pages/default.aspx#

Rules for State and National Proficiency Award Entries

A student may enter no more than two proficiency areas in one year.

Award entries will be from January 1 to December 31 unless explanation for different record year is given by participant and included with entry.

Proficiencies must be completed on the current National FFA Proficiency Award Application and signed by all appropriate individuals. Applications should be bound in a folder and checked for accuracy by the local advisors.

A complete list of the current areas in the National FFA Proficiency Awards Program can be found at https://www.ffa.org/programs/awards/proficiency/Pages/default.aspx

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https://www.ffa.org/programs/awards/proficiency/Pages/default.aspx

https://www.ffa.org/programs/awards/proficiency/Pages/default.aspx

Prepared Public Speaking CDE


Rules

1. The speech of each participant is to be the result of his/her own efforts. Training in both composition and delivery is limited to the facilities and faculty of the school from which the participant comes. Facts and working data may be secured from any source.

2. Participants may choose their own subjects for their speeches. Any current subjects of any agricultural character and of general interest to the public will be acceptable.

3. Each speech shall be a minimum of six (6) minutes and a maximum of eight (8) minutes. Five (5) minutes additional time will be allowed each participant in which to defend his/her production on questions which shall be asked by the judges. To prevent being penalized, a participant must speak over 5 minutes, 30 seconds, and under 8 minutes, 30 seconds.

4. The speeches shall be judged by three persons who represent, as far as possible, the fields of agriculture, business, and education.

5. Three (3) copies of the participant's manuscript that includes a copy of the advisor certification sheet will be required for the regional and state event. The certification sheet will follow the bibliography. A bibliography must be included as a part of the manuscript and direct quotes from any source of information must be marked in "quotes" on the manuscript and be identified with the bibliography. Failure to do so will automatically disqualify a participant. The participant will present manuscripts to the chairperson of the state event before speaking.

6. Participants shall draw for order of speaking in the regional event. Each participant shall be introduced by the chairperson. The order of speaking for the state event will be announced 2 weeks prior to the convention.

7. A timekeeper will record the overtime, if any. Deductions will be made as provided by the score sheet. The timekeeper will stand at 7:00 and again at 8:00. Points will be deducted for speeches over or under the time limit.

8 The judges will be select the winner of the event using the official score sheet only to supplement their combined opinion.

9. The winner of the state event will represent Kentucky in the National

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FFA Prepared Public Speaking CDE.

Public Speaking Scoring

ITEMS TO BE SCORED POINTS

Content (30%) Introduction - Grabs Attention; Transition into Body

5

Body of Speech - Organized; Points supported

10

Conclusion - Speech summarized; Decisive and effective.

5

Well Prepared; Central idea clear 5

Use of Words – Vocabulary and grammar 5

Delivery (50%)Control of nerves; Good eye contact; Confident

10

Body language; Gestures; Facial expression

20

Conversational yet enthusiastic; Voice clear & projected; Varied speaking rate, volume & pitch

10

Composition 10

General Effect - Interesting; Convincing; Achieved Purpose; Official Dress.

10

Response to Questions (20%) 20

Total Points (Gross) 100

Over/Under time Deductions

2 points per 30

seconds

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Kentucky Association FFA

PUBLIC SPEECH CERTIFICATION FORM

I hereby certify that my speech is the result of my own efforts. Training in both composition and delivery has been limited to the facilities and faculty of my high school.

Signed (contestant)

ChapterI hereby certify that the above statement is true.

Signed

(Teacher of Agriculture)

Date 20 (month) (day) (year)

To be submitted at the contest.

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Record Keeping CDE


Rules

1. This is a team event for students enrolled in agricultural education (freshman or first year sophomores).

2. Four members may participate. The three highest scoring members will constitute the team score in regional and state event. The highest individual score will be used to break a tie.

3. The region must conduct a regional event to be eligible to send a regional representative to the state event.

4. An FFA member may participate in the regional and state Record Keeping Event only one time.

5. The event is based on skills in keeping records in the current Kentucky Agriculture Record Book, which students use to keep records of their agricultural experience programs.

6. The information used in the event will come from the current lessons and modules for keeping records.

7. Each student will be expected to bring a blank Kentucky Agriculture Record Book and a #2 lead pencil. Students may bring their own calculators if they so desire. All other materials will be provided.

8. Each student will receive an exercise sheet which will include a number of entries which they must correctly enter in the Record Book. One hour and twenty minutes (1:20) will be allowed to complete the event.

9. A student participating in this event will not be eligible to participate in any other FFA Day event, with the exceptions of the FFA Creed Speaking Event and the Junior Chapter Meeting Team Event. (This rule also applies to sub-regional FFA Day eliminations.)

10. Students will work individually and their answers will be scored on correctness of entries, mathematical accuracy, and neatness.

11. Results will be calculated and made available for FFA Regional Awards

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Banquets (provided adequate time is available).

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Scrapbook

Regional Event: Regional Paperwork DayLocation/Time of State Event: None

The Scrapbook Event is a Region-only event. Per KAAE action, no state parameters exist.

Each region should develop its own rules and standards for judging.

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Secretary’s Book

Regional Event: Regional Paperwork DayLocation/Time of State Event: Only for State Rating at State Paperwork Day in April

Year

The year for the Secretary's Book is from July 1 to the regional FFA Day.

Rules

1. Only official secretary's books printed/distributed by Kentucky Association FFA may be used. Books can be downloaded from http://kyffa.org/index.php/ffa/secretarys-book/.

2. The records shall be the product of the chapter secretary and shall show evidence of being kept from meetings throughout the year.

3. The book shall include only a record of the following:a. State and chapter officersb. Chapter committee organizationsc. Chapter program of activities and accomplishmentsd. Schedule of chapter meetingse. Membership rollf. Attendance recordg. Minutes of meetingsh. Local constitution i. Chapter correspondence

4. Judging will be done on the basis of: a) neatness and legibility; b) accuracy and form; and c) completeness. Judges shall pay particular attention to the chapter minutes. Chapter minutes should show evidence of chapter activities being planned and carried out.

5. The chapter secretary's book rating form will be used in rating regional and state events. The regional event will be held with the other regional FFA Day Paper Work Judging.

6. Minutes are to be recorded on one side of the page. Each month's minutes should start on the right side. A secretary may use capital "A", lower case "a", or script "a" in recording members that are absent.

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http://kyffa.org/index.php/ffa/secretarys-book/

Check Form For Secretary’s Book

Chapter:

Rating:

Circle One 1. Organization Sheet

This organization sheet should be complete. Listing the state officer's chapter will be sufficient.

Superior - Excellent - Good - Fair

2. Program of ActivitiesThose goals accomplished for each activity completed should be recorded in the accomplishments of the program of activities as they are completed. (Those activities not completed should be left blank.)


3. Yearly Schedule of MeetingsYearly schedule of meetings should be completed in brief form soon after the program of activities is completed and should list the items to be considered at each meeting.


4. Membership RollList members alphabetically by degrees, beginning with the American FFA Degree and continuing through the Greenhand Degree as of November 1 or date that state and national FFA dues are paid. Members added to the roll after this date should be listed at the end of the roster as they become members. Record the member's age at the beginning of the school year. Record the years of membership, including this year. Indicate dues paid by showing the amount paid. Record the actual date the membership card was issued. The last column on the membership roll page should be headed "Degree Change". Change should be indicated if a member has a degree change since the beginning of the FFA year (S.D. 6-5-92)


5. Attendance RecordList the date of each meeting in the heading on the attendance record page. Indicate an absence with a capital "A", lower case "a", or a script "a". Do not mark a member present.


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.6. Minutes of MeetingsBegin writing minutes of each meeting on a right-hand page of the

book. Continue by using only the right side until minutes of that meeting are complete. Sign only the last page of each set of minutes. Unapproved minutes should not be signed. Good form for writing a motion is "Moved by John Doe, second by Sam Smith that . . ." Refer to the instruction given secretaries at the Kentucky FFA Leadership Training Center. Minutes should show evidence of business being transacted and should correlate to the yearly schedule of chapter meetings.


7. Local Constitution and BylawsOnly current local constitutions and bylaws should be in the secretary's book. Other constitutions and programs of activities should not be in the book for scoring purposes.


8. Chapter CorrespondenceCorrespondence should reflect only chapter activities, not business of the agricultural education department. Copies of correspondence sent and received should be in the secretary's book.


9. Neatness, Legibility, Accuracy, Form, and CompletenessRecords in the official secretary's book should be typed or written in ink. No preference will be given to either method.


Additional Comments:

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Seed Identification


1. Participation is limited to Kentucky FFA members in good standing who are regularly enrolled in all-day classes of agricultural education. Participation is limited to freshmen who have completed no more than one year of agricultural education. In school systems not having freshmen agriculture students, first-year sophomores would be eligible. An individual may enter this event only once.

2. Only one (1) FFA member will represent his/her chapter in the state event.

3. An FFA member cannot participate in other FFA Events held during the State Fair during the same year they participate in Seed Identification.

4. Departments of agricultural education established after July 1 are not eligible to enter a participant in the event.

5. In case of a tie between the top participants, the tie will be broken based on identification. If a tie still exists, additional classes of seeds will be provided for identification in order to break the tie and select a winner.

Seed Tag Classes

1. One class of four red clover seed tags. Pick the best lot using the tag as the basis for your selection.

2. One class of four Kentucky 31 Fescue seed tags. Pick the best lot using the tag as the basis for your selection.

3. One class of four wheat bearing seed tags. Pick the best lot using the tag as the basis for your selection.

4. One class of four Orchard Grass seed tags. Pick the best lot using the tag as the basis for your selection.

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Identifying Farm Seed(Seeds to be identified will be selected from the following list.)

GRASSES WEEDS LEGUMES VEGETABLES SMALL GRAINKentucky BluegrassOrchard GrassTall FescueTimothyRedtopSudan GrassRed Creeping FescueGrain SorghumBromegrassRyegrass

DodderJohnson GrassOx-eye DaisySheep SorrellGiant FoxtailBuckhornCurl DockChickweedDandelionNodding ThistleMorning GloryCheat (Chess)RagweedWild Onion

Red CloverKorean LespedezaLadinoAlsikeCrimson CloverHairy VetchAlfalfaSoybeanBirdsfoot TrefoilSweet CloverKobe LespedezaSericea LespedezaCrown Vetch

PopcornBeetsCarrotsSweet CornTurnipSpinachRadishCabbageTomatoRhubarbSquashParsnipsEggplantDillParsley PeasBeans (pole & bush)CucumberLettuceEndiveSalsifyCantaloupePeppersBeans (lima)

WheatOatsBarleyRyeBuckwheat

OTHERCottonTobacco

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Small Power Equipment CDE

Regional Event: Regional event held by region or at University Field DayLocation/Time of State Event: Kentucky State Fair

1. A team representing a chapter may consist of four members. The highest three scores will be the team score. All four members will use their event eligibility. Each region will select their team.

2. An FFA member may participate in a regional and/or the state event only once.

3. Judging will be done on the Danish system by chapter - blue, red, and white.

4. Any communication between participants during the event will be sufficient cause to eliminate the team(s) involved from the event.

5. Any assistance given to a team member from any source during the event will be sufficient cause to eliminate the teams involved from the event.

6. In case of a tie the highest individual score on a team will be used to break the tie (for all placings).

7. Judges reserve the right to stop a participant at any time damage to parts appear imminent or the safety of the participant is questioned.

8. A student cannot participate in the Small Power Equipment CDE and the Agricultural Mechanics Skills CDE in the same school year.

9. The contest will consist of four components:Parts and Tool ID- 100 pointsWritten Exam- 100 pointsProblem Solving- 100 points (trouble shooting, paper applications of timing, use of tools and instruments, math problems, etc.)Skills- 100 points (hands on activities involving troubleshooting, assembly and disassembly procedures)

10. Each section will be timed for 20 minutes. Time may be adjusted depending on the difficulty of each skill task.

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SMALL ENGINE COMPONENTSTOOLS

001 Air Filter Base 039 Exhaust Valve Spring 076 Blade Balancer002 Air Filter Cup 040 Flywheel 077 Bolt Extractor003 Air Filter Element 041 Flywheel Key 078 Brake Band Adjustment

Gauge004 Air Filter Top 042 Fuel Intake Tube 079 Carburetor Adjustment Tool005 Anchor Post (brake shoe) 043 Fuel Tank 080 Carburetor Nozzle

Screwdriver006 Automatic Choke 044 Governor Blade 081 Carburetor Screwdriver007 Automatic Choke Cover 045 Governor Control Lever 082 Compression Tester008 Automatic Choke Cover Gasket

046 Governor Speed Control Lever 083 Cylinder Hone

009 Block (engine block) 047 Governor Spring 084 Dial Caliper010 Brake Shoe 048 Intake Valve 085 Dial Indicator011 Brake Shoe Spring 049 Intake Valve Spring 086 Flywheel Holder012 Breaker Points 050 Ignition Module 087 Flywheel Puller013 Breaker Points Cover 051 Large Oil Seal 088 Gasket Scraper014 Breaker Points Plunger 052 Mechanical Fuel Pump 089 Ignition Tester015 Breather Tube Assembly 053 Muffler 090 Impact Wrench016 Camshaft 054 Oil Drain Plug 091 Micrometer017 Carburetor 055 Oil Filler Tube 092 Multimeter018 Choke Linkage 056 Oil Ring 093 Plug Gauge019 Compression Ring 057 Oil Slinger 094 Reamer020 Condensor 058 Piston (2-cycle engine) 095 Ridge Reamer021 Condensor Clamp 059 Piston (4-cycle engine) 096 Ring Compressor022 Connecting Rod 060 Piston Pin 097 Ring Expander023 Connecting Rod Cap 061 Piston Pin Lock 098 Ring Groove Cleaner024 Connecting Rod Cap Bolts 062 Pulley 099 Round Wire Gauge (Spark

Plug Guage025 Control Bracket and Lever 063 Rewind Spring 100 Seal Puller026 Crankcase Bolts 064 Rotating Screen 101 Starter Clutch Wrench027 Crankcase Gasket 065 Rubber Elbow 102 Tachometer028 Crankcase Oil Sump 066 Small Oil Seal 103 Tang Bender029 Crankshaft 067 Snap Ring 104 Tap030 Cylinder Head 068 Spark Plug 105 Telescoping Gauge031 Cylinder Head Gasket 069 Starter (Blower ) Housing 106 Thickness Gauge032 Cylinder Head Bolts 070 Starter Clutch 107 Torque Wrench033 Diaphragm 071 Tappet (lifter) 108 Valve Grinder034 Dipstick 072 Throttle Assembly 109 Valve Lapping Tool035 Dipstick Gasket 073 Valve Chamber Breather 110 Valve Seat Cutter036 Dowel Pins 074 Valve Spring 111 Valve Spring Compressor037 Exhaust Gasket 075 Valve Spring Retainer 112 Valve Spring Tester038 Exhaust Valves

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Star Farmer, Star Agribusinessman, and Star in Agricultural Placement

Regional Event: Top 2 selected at Regional Paperwork Day and star selected by regionLocation/Time of State Event: State FFA Convention

Rules

Regional and State Star Farmers, Agribusinessmen, and Placement must be enrolled in agricultural education at the time the application is submitted. Out-of-school applicants will not be considered for Star awards.

All Regional Stars are expected to attend the State FFA Convention and participate in State Star Interviews. If a student does not participate in interviews, he/she will not be recognized on stage and will not receive premium money.

Regional and State Star Farmers, Agribusinessmen, and Placement will be expected to prepare exhibits for the Kentucky State Fair. Premium money is awarded for Star Displays on the Danish system.

Selection Procedure1. A regional committee made up of the State Officer from the region,

the Regional Advisor, and at least three Regional FFA Officers will review all State Degrees from the region and choose two Star Finalists in each area.

2. A regional committee made up of Teachers of Agriculture from the region will visit the Star finalists and select the Regional Star in each area. All regional stars will be selected and reported to the Executive Secretary prior to State Rating.

3. All Star Applications will be scored on the day prior to State Convention. Teachers will abstain from scoring applications from their own chapter.

4. Applications will be scored using a rubric. Each members will score each application and will turn in their scores to the Executive Secretary.

5. Interviews will be conducted by a committee. Committee members will be invited by mail and will receive a copy of the scoring rubric and star process with their letter of invitation. Six current and/or former Teachers of Agriculture will be invited to serve on each

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committee along with five representatives from the Agriculture Industry.

6. Members of the Interview Committee will score the students using a rubric. The purpose of the interview is to determine the accuracy of information included in the degree application and the student’s involvement in and knowledge of the program. Interview scores will be turned in to the Executive Secretary.

7. The Executive Secretary will tally the scores from the applications and the interview and add these together. The application score will count for 60% of the total score and the interview will count for 40% of the total score.

8. Ties will be broken using the tied student’s interview scores. If a tie still exists, it will be broken based on the tied student’s overall scores on Section I of the application. If a tie still exists it will be broken based on the student’s score for the Knowledge section of the interview.

9. All Stars will be recognized at a breakfast on the last day of Convention and on stage at Convention. The top five stars in each area will be named and will have their slide shows shown to the entire Convention before the State Stars are named.

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Star FarmerApplication- Description of Full Points

General Degree must meet all requirements for receiving the State Degree- if not,

the student will not be considered for State Star. At least 75% of the income on the application must be from production

agriculture enterprises owned by the student The Form must be technically accurate. Inconsistencies in the form may be explained in an advisor’s statement.

(i.e.- Student lost tobacco crop to hail damage, Grandfather died and left farm to student, Student hires custom workers to spray and harvest corn crop, etc.)

Section I Candidate’s Supervised Agricultural Experience Program25 Points

Application shows growth in the scope and scale of the project each year. Growth in the project(s) is in-line with current trends of industry Description of project(s) is clear and concise Program is clearly production agriculture based with at least 75% of income

coming from production

Section II Income, Expenses, and Hours, Summary This section does not count for Production Degrees

Section III Candidate’s Inventory Statement20 Points

Inventory is consistent with the scope and scale of the project as reported on page two

Only inventory related to the production project(s) is listed Inventory appears to be complete and accurate Depreciation shown for depreciable items is consistent with industry Land is listed at purchase value A personal vehicle that is not part of the project may only be valued at

$1500 or less

Section IV Income and Expense Summary20 Points

Income and expenses listed are consistent with the scope and scale of the project as reported on page two.

Return to Capital, Labor, and Management is consistent with the scope and scale of the project

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Section V Candidate’s Financial Balance Sheet20 Points

Assets shown on page nine are consistent with scope and scale of the project as reported on page two

Candidate has positive growth in productively invested assets over the course of the project

Liabilities shown on page ten are consistent with the scope and scale of the project as reported on page two

Application shows a gain in owners equity (Page 10, Line 15) that is consistent with the rest of the application

Section VI Leadership Activities10 Points

Student has been involved in a variety of FFA Leadership Activities during his/her time in high school

Activities relate to the Student’s SAE Project

Section VII School and Community Activities5 Points

Student has been involved in a variety of non-FFA activities during high school

Star Farmer Interview- Description of Full Points

The purpose of the Star Interview is to verify the student’s knowledge of the project and involvement in the project.

The Star Interview is NOT an interview contest. Students should be scored on how well they demonstrate knowledge and involvement in the project- not how well they speak, stand, etc.

The student who is selected the State Star should show exceptional knowledge, planning, management, and business skills and should be familiar with all aspects of his or her project.

Knowledge of the Project 40 Points

Student shows knowledge of the technical aspects of the project (chemicals, varieties, medicines, fertilization rates, etc.)

Student shows knowledge of the management aspects of the project (yields, prices, income, loans, taxes, etc.)

It is clear that the student has made management decisions about the project

Ownership of the Project 20

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Points It is clear that the student owns and manages the project Questions about ownership of equipment, land, etc. are clearly

answered and answers are in line with industry standards

Vision/Future Plans For the Project10 Points

Student has clear vision for the future of the project Student’s plans are well thought out and demonstrate an

understanding of the industry

Involvement In FFA and School/Community Activities 20 Points

Student has participated in activities that are related to his/her SAE Project

Student demonstrates leadership skills and abilities through involvement in organizations

Student is involved in the community and will be a productive citizen

Inconsistencies10 Points

Any inconsistencies in the application are cleared up through the interview

If there are no inconsistencies, give the student the full 10 points Student appropriately answers all questions related to filing income

taxes

Star In AgribusinessApplication- Description of Full Points


the student will not be considered for State Star. At least 75% of the income on the application must be from Agribusiness

enterprises owned by the student The Form must be technically accurate. Inconsistencies in the form may be explained in an advisor’s statement.

(i.e.- Student inherited business from grandfather, Student exchanges labor for business supplies, etc.)


Application shows growth in the scope and scale of the project each year. Growth in the project(s) is in-line with current trends of industry Description of project(s) is clear and concise Program is clearly Agribusiness based with at least 75% of income coming

from Agribusiness

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Section II Income, Expenses, and Hours, Summary This section does not count for Agribusiness Degrees

Section III Candidate’s Inventory Statement20 Points

Inventory is consistent with the scope and scale of the project as reported on page two

Only inventory related to the Agribusiness project(s) is listed Inventory appears to be complete and accurate Depreciation shown for depreciable items is consistent with industry Land, buildings, etc. are listed at purchase value

* A personal vehicle that is not part of the project may only be valued at $1500 or less

Section IV Income and Expense Summary20 Points

Income and expenses listed are consistent with the scope and scale of the project as reported on page two.

Return to Capital, Labor, and Management is consistent with the scope and scale of the project


Assets shown on page nine are consistent with scope and scale of the project as reported on page two

Candidate has positive growth in productively invested assets over the course of the project

Liabilities shown on page ten are consistent with the scope and scale of the project as reported on page two

Application shows a gain in owners equity (Page 10, Line 15) that is consistent with the rest of the application






Star In AgribusinessInterview- Description of Full Points


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Knowledge of the Project 40 Points

Student shows knowledge of the technical aspects of the project (chemicals, varieties, medicines, fertilization rates, etc.)

Student shows knowledge of the management aspects of the project (prices, income, loans, taxes, etc.)

It is clear that the student has made management decisions about the project

Ownership of the Project 20 Points

It is clear that the student owns and manages the project Questions about ownership of equipment, buildings, equipment, etc.

are clearly answered and answers are in line with industry standards

Vision/Future Plans For the Project10 Points

Student has clear vision for the future of the project Student’s plans are well thought out and demonstrate an

understanding of the industry







If there are no inconsistencies, give the student full 10 points Student appropriately answers all questions related to filing income

taxes

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Star In PlacementApplication- Description of Full Points


the student will not be considered for State Star. At least 75% of the income on the application must be from Placement

activities that the student is involved in. The Form must be technically accurate. Inconsistencies in the form may be explained in an advisor’s statement.

(i.e.- Student worked 80 hours per week through the summer, student is placed in a family business, clarification that student work at Kroger is in the produce department and truly is Ag. related, etc.)


Application shows growth in the scope and scale of the project each year. Growth in the project(s) and skills is in line with industry standards Description of project(s) is clear and concise Program is clearly Placement based with at least 75% of income coming

from Placement

Section II Income, Expenses, and Hours, Summary40 Points

Student shows growth in hours, income, and skills over the course of the project

Increase in student skills leads to more responsibilities, higher rate of pay, and/or more hours worked

Student income and expenses are in line with industry standards Taxes are NOT listed as expenses Expenses include work related items such as uniforms, union dues, boots,

safety equipment, etc.

Section III Candidate’s Inventory Statement This section does not count on Placement Degrees

Section IV Income and Expense Summary This section does not count on Placement


Personal vehicle is only counted as $1500 of productively invested income Assets shown on page nine are consistent with income that is shown on

pages two through four Candidate has positive growth in productively invested assets over the

course of the project Gifts, inheritances, etc are identified in the degree and/or explained in the

advisors statement Application shows a gain in owners equity (Page 10, Line 15) that is

consistent with the rest of the application


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Star In PlacementInterview- Description of Full Points




Knowledge of the Project40 Points

Student shows knowledge of the technical aspects of his or her placement (chemicals, varieties, terminology, etc.)

Student demonstrates that he/she has developed knowledge and skills through the project that will be helpful to them throughout life

It is clear that the student has been given more responsibilities throughout the placement based on his or her knowledge and skills

Involvement In the Project20 Points

It is clear that the student is actively involved in the business that he or she is placed in

Questions about student placement, skills, and responsibilities are clearly answered by the student

Vision/Future Plans For Using Skills Developed Through the Project10 Points

Student has clear vision for the future of his/her placement

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Student understands and can name skills that he/she has learned through the project and understands how these skills will be used in future jobs and employment







If there are no inconsistencies in the form, give the student full points Student appropriately answers all questions related to filing income

taxes

State FFA Degree

Regional Event: Evaluated at Regional Paperwork DayLocation/Time of State Event: Evaluated after State Paperwork Day (Conferred at State FFA Convention)

In most instances only seniors and out-of-school members should be nominated.

Applications must be completed using the electronic form provided. Degree applications must be hand delivered to the Regional Degree Evaluation.

It is the FFA advisor's responsibility to see that his/her students' applications are complete, neat, and easily understood.

The FFA advisor should check candidates' applications against the minimum qualifications listed below.

FFA advisors are encouraged to rate their candidates 1, 2, 3, with a number in the upper right corner of the application. This information will be helpful to the evaluation committee.

Minimum Qualifications For the State FFA Degree are set forth in the

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Kentucky FFA Constitution, Article V, Section D

Interpretation of Minimum Qualifications for the Kentucky FFA State Degree

Each candidate will be considered on their accomplishments as revealed in their records and must meet each minimum qualification for a Kentucky FFA Degree.

Each candidate must have the FFA Chapter Degree, have been an active member of the FFA for at least two years, and have a record of satisfactory participation in the activities of the local chapter. An active member pays his/her dues, attends meetings regularly, and participates in the activities of the chapter. They also must conduct themselves in a manner becoming a member of the FFA.

Each candidate must have in operation a supervised agricultural experience program, and must have earned and productively invested or deposited in a bank at least $1,500 by his/her own efforts, or have worked at least 300 hours in excess of class scheduled time, or a combination thereof. The term productively invested means livestock, feed, farm equipment, and other items required or used in his/her agricultural experience program. The records must be accurate and complete as indicated by the application.

Leadership Activities - The candidate must have:

a. Participated in at least one other school or community activity NOT sponsored by the FFA.

b. Held at least one FFA chapter office or been a member of one of the FFA Major Committees.c. Been a member of the chapter judging team, parliamentary procedure team, or some other team representing the school. Representing his/her school as an individual will also be acceptable.

d. Given a six-minute speech on a topic relating to agriculture or the FFA.

e. Performed ten parliamentary procedure activities (motion, second, discussion, etc.)

Activity Record - The candidate must have participated in:

a. Three or more local chapter activities (fairs, shows, banquets, speaking events, etc.)

b. Three or more regional activities such as speaking events,

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livestock judging/shows, land judging, regional leadership conferences, etc.

c. Two or more state or national activities such as State FFA Convention, Judging Team, State Fair, Land Judging, FFA Event, Kentucky FFA Leadership Training Center, National FFA Convention, American Institute of Cooperatives, etc.

Scholarship - The candidate must have a satisfactory scholarship record as certified by his principal or superintendent.

Community Service – The candidate must demonstrate at least 25 hours of community service in at least two different activities.

Degree applications will be reviewed and approved at the Regional FFA Paperwork Day. The application must be provided to the Executive Secretary on or before the State Paperwork Day in April. All applications will be reviewed by the FFA Executive Committee at this time for final approval. Degree applications will not be returned.

SUGGESTED LIST OF FFA ACTIVITIES TO BE USED AS A GUIDE IN FILLING OUT

STATE FFA DEGREE APPLICATION

The following list is an effort to give some directions in listing FFA activities in order to meet the minimum requirements for the FFA State FFA Degree. The list may not include all possible activities, but is an attempt to give some direction.

An FFA activity will qualify at the level the activity is organized and conducted. For example, Public Speaking CDE conducted by the local chapter is a local activity, Public Speaking CDE conducted by the region is a regional activity, Public Speaking CDE conducted by the State Association is a state activity, and Public Speaking CDE conducted by the National FFA Organization is a national activity.

In meeting the minimum requirements for the State FFA Degree, an FFA activity may be counted only one time. For example, Public Speaking should not count for meeting the requirements at local, regional, and state or national levels, but count as one activity in meeting the requirement at only one level of participation. You should check all levels to provide overall quality to the application.

Local Regional State National

212 Conference X

Ag Tag Campaign X

Ag. Mechanics Skills CDE X X X X

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Agricultural Sales CDE X X X X

Agriculture Communications CDE X X X X

Agriculture Issues CDE X X X X

Agriculture Marketing Plan CDE X X X X

Agri-Entrepreneurship Program X X X X

Agriscience Fair X X X X

Agronomy CDE X X X X

AIC X X X

Auctioneering X

Burley Tobacco Essay X X X

Chapter Banquet X

Chapter Fundraising Activities X

Creed Speaking CDE X X X X

Dairy Evaluation CDE X X X X

Dairy Holders CDE X X

Dairy Shows X X X X

DeKalb Award X

Delegate at Regional FFA meeting X

Evirothon (Enviro. Science CDE) X X X

Extemporaneous Public Speaking X X X X

Farm Business Management CDE X X X X

FFA Leadership Training Center X

Floriculture CDE X X X X

Food Science CDE X X X X

Forestry CDE X X X X

Horse Evaluation CDE X X X X

Impromptu Speaking X X X

Job Interview CDE X X X X

Junior Chapter Meeting Team X X X

Kentucky FFA Day of Service X

Soybean YouTube Video Contest X

Land Judging X X X X

Local Regional State National

Livestock Evaluation CDE X X X X

Livestock Shows X X X X

Meats Evaluation CDE X X X X

Milk Quality and Products CDE X X X X

National Farm & Machinery Show X

National FFA Band X

National FFA Chorus X

National FFA Convention X

National FFA Courtesy Corp X

North American Livestock Expo. X

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Nursery and Landscape CDE X X X X

PALS X

Parliamentary Procedure CDE X X X X

Poultry CDE X X X X

Prepared Public Speaking CDE X X X X

Proficiency Award X X X X

RAM Trucks Scholarship Program X X

Record Keeping X X X

Regional Banquet X

Regional Leadership Conference X

Scrapbook X X

Secretary's Book X X

Seed Identification X X

Small Power Equipment CDE X X X

Soil Conservation Essay X

State Fair Exhibit (Crop, Horticulture, Tobacco, Ag. Mechanics)

X

State FFA Committee X

State FFA Convention X

State FFA Courtesy Corp X

Support Our Troops X

Talent X X X

Treasurer's Book X X

University Field Days X X

Veterinary Science CDE

Welding X X X

WLC X

Note: 1. A class field trip is not considered an FFA activity.

2. A regional event may be held at a University Field Day.

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State Officer Nominations

Regional Event: Date determined by regionLocation/Time of State Event: State FFA Convention

State Officer Application forms will be provided by the Executive Secretary and are available at www.kyffa.org. Each region is eligible to nominate two candidates for state office. Applicants are to be forwarded to the Executive Secretary, Kentucky Association FFA, following the regional nominations.

Qualifications for State Officer Candidates

Well-trained, able officer candidates do not just happen. They come about as a result of participating for several years in chapter programs of activities, which provide opportunities for individual FFA members to develop into outstanding youth leaders.

Certainly an FFA member should not be nominated for a state office unless he/she is outstanding. Neither should a member be nominated as a state officer candidate, whose attitude regarding the FFA is poor. State FFA officers should be the top members of the organization.

It is the teacher's responsibility to provide leadership training opportunities for all chapter members. These opportunities cannot be provided without a sound, challenging chapter program of activities. It is also a responsibility of the teacher to see that his/her state officer candidate is on hand for his/her interview. Certainly if a member doesn't have time to be present for interviews, he/she doesn't have time to devote to officer duties if nominated.

Listed below are some qualifications for officer candidates. If you have a member who meets these qualifications, by all means nominate him/her. If he/she doesn't meet these qualifications, he/she probably should receive additional training before becoming a candidate.

A candidate for a state office must:

1. Be a candidate for, or hold, the Kentucky FFA degree and have graduated from high school

2. Have held a local chapter office, and in most cases, a regional office.

3. Have had considerable experience as a public speaker 4. Possess the ability to preside over meetings 5. Have a working knowledge of the FFA organization 6. Understand the Kentucky program of activities, events,

sponsors, etc. 7. Be able to meet the public, remember names, and make

introductions easily

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8. Be an effective conversationalist 9. Be able to discuss intelligently the following:

a. Purpose of the FFA organizationb. History and development of the FFA organizationc. Qualifications for the Kentucky FFA degreed. American Star Farmer, American Star In Agribusiness,

American Star In Agriscience, and Star Placement awards

e. The FFA Foundationf. The Kentucky FFA Leadership Training Centerg. Organizing local chapters and setting up local

programs of activitiesh. The National FFA Organization, State Association of

FFA, and FFA regions in Kentucky10. Be neat in appearance11. Use correct grammar12. Know how to correspond using written and electronic means13. Believe whole-heartedly in the FFA organization14. Be sincerely interested in agriculture

You can readily understand that meeting qualifications for a state office is not an overnight proposition, but the result of several years in FFA work.

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State Rating of Chapters

Regional Event: NoneLocation/Time of State Event: State Paperwork Day in April

The following procedure should be followed by any chapter seeking a state rating:

Enter the completed secretary's book at the regional level, including organization page, committees, program of activities, minutes, etc. and receive an acceptable rating.

Meet the standard chapter requirements (see next page)

Enter the chapter into the state rating process by completing and submitting the Kentucky Association FFA Chapter Rating Form to the FFA Executive Secretary in Frankfort prior to April 5 or by ensuring it is delivered by the regional chairman or other teacher to state rating. Forms cannot be emailed or faxed to the scoring site.

Minutes for the year being rated from April 1 to March 31 must be submitted along with the rating form. The minutes must state that an activity was completed in order for the chapter to claim points for it.

Awards will be given at the following point levels:450 and above Gold350-449 Silver250-349 Bronze

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Standard Chapter Requirements

Regional Event: NoneLocation/Time of State Event: State Paperwork Day if applying for State Rating

Requirements for Standard FFA Chapter

In order for a chapter to submit a State Chapter Rating Form they must first meet the requirements of a standards chapter. Standard chapter requirements are as follows:

Requirements 1 through 10 must be carried out. 1. Elect chapter officers by June 1.

2. The chapter must have a functioning committee organization.

3. The chapter must seat two delegates at the State FFA Convention Business Session.

4. Pay state and national dues by November 1. Additional dues may be paid until April 15.

5. Participate in at least one activity above the chapter level, examples include: a) State Fair; b) University sponsored field days; c) district, county, or local fair; d) regional team events; e) livestock shows sponsored by Kentucky Department of Agriculture; etc.

6. The chapter must participate in Regional FFA Day activities in at least four of the following areas: a) one speaking contest; b) two proficiency contests; c) Chapter Meeting Team; d) Treasurer’s Book; e) Tobacco Essay; f) Scrapbook; g) Job Interview; h) Chapter Talent; i) Junior Chapter Meeting Team; j) other regionally approved contests.

7. Chapter officers must attend the Kentucky FFA Leadership Training Center at least every other year.

8. Use official pins for Greenhand and Chapter FFA Degree.

9. Use official secretary and/or treasurer books.

10. Hold Parent-Member Banquet or get-together meeting.

Three of the remaining 5 must be carried out

11. Chapter participates in one or more cooperative activities.

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12. Chapter sponsors one or more community service activities.

13. One hundred percent of members have access to Official Manual.

14. Hold at least one chapter meeting each month.

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Junior Standard Chapter Requirements

Requirements 1 through 8 must be carried out. Three of the remaining five must be carried out.

1. Elect chapter officers by October 1.

2. The chapter must have a functioning committee organization.

3. Pay state and national dues by November 1.

4. The chapter must participate in Regional FFA Day, the participation to include the following three areas: a) one speaking event; b) a record keeping team; and c) secretary's or treasurer's book.

5. Use official pins for Greenhands.

6. Use official secretary and/or treasurer books.

7. Hold at least one regular meeting per month during the school year.

8. Chapter sends delegates to the State FFA Convention (optional).

9. Chapter officers attend Kentucky FFA Leadership Training Center every other year (optional).

10. Hold Parent-Member Banquet or get-together meeting.

11. Chapter participates in one or more cooperative activities.

12. Chapter sponsor one or more community service activities.

13. One hundred percent of members have access to official Manual.

14. Hold at least one chapter meeting each month.

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National Chapter Awards


Procedure for Ranking FFA Chapters that will Represent theKentucky Association FFA in the National Chapter Awards Program

All FFA chapters that are rated as Gold Emblem Chapters during state rating will have the opportunity to complete National FFA Forms I & II, which will be used to select the FFA chapters that will represent the Kentucky Association FFA in the National Chapter Awards Program. The following procedure will be used:

1. The State FFA Gold Emblem chapters may complete Forms I & II, of the National Chapter Award Program Application, and submit them on the day prior to the start of the Kentucky FFA Convention. Any entries submitted after judging begins may not be judged. Forms should be submitted in completed form to Convention.

2. A committee will select chapters to represent Kentucky in the National Awards. Kentucky may submit up to 10% of the total number of chapters for the award.

3. The selection committee will be composed of the following members:

a. KAAE Past-Presidentb. KAAE Presidentc. KAAE President-Electd. KAAE Secretary-Treasurere. A regional KAAE chairperson or representative drawn

from the other regions, excluding those regions that are represented by the KAAE officers on the committee.

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Kentucky FFA Chapter Awards


The Kentucky FFA Chapter Awards are designed to award those chapters that actively implement the missions and strategies of the organization. These chapters improve chapter operations using a program of activities that emphasizes student development, chapter development, and community development. Chapters are rewarded for providing educational experiences for the entire membership. This application process assists chapters in assessing their accomplishments.

1. In order to enter the Kentucky FFA Chapter Awards, a chapter must:a. Meet Standard Chapter requirements ANDb. Enter a Secretary’s Book at the Regional level ANDc. Receive a gold rating on the Chapter Rating Form

2. Chapters must complete and submit National FFA Form I and Form II according to National FFA guidelines. Only the documentation allowed by the National FFA guidelines will be judged. Forms that have been modified will be disqualified. Forms can be accessed at: https://www.ffa.org/programs/awards/nationalchapter/Pages/default.aspx#

3. Judging will take place on the day prior to the beginning of the State FFA Convention. Forms must be mailed to the State Executive Secretary by May 15th or delivered to the State Convention prior to the beginning of judging. Late forms will not be accepted.

4. Forms should be neatly bound in a folder.

5. A state winner, runner up, and second runner up will be selected in each of the following areas:

Chapter Development Member Development Community Development

The state winning chapter, runner up, and second runner up in each area will receive a plaque and a cash prize to continue their work in this area. All chapters who participate will be recognized on stage at the State FFA Convention.

6. The selection committee will be made up of the KAAE State Officers and one representative from each region that is not represented by a State Officer. No region will have more than one representative involved in the selection process. (See previous page.)

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https://www.ffa.org/programs/awards/nationalchapter/Pages/default.aspx

https://www.ffa.org/programs/awards/nationalchapter/Pages/default.aspx

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Talent


Rules

1. A chapter's talent act may consist of one or more members. All members of the group must be FFA members.

2. No more than five (5) minutes may be used by a group in the event.

3. If an accompanist other than a member of the chapter is used, the group will furnish its own accompanist, but the work of such an accompanist will not be considered in the judging.

4. All members are to be in official FFA dress unless it is not appropriate for the act.

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Treasurer’s Book

Regional Event: Regional Paperwork DayLocation/Time of State Event: None

The Treasurer’s Book is a Region-only Event. No state rules exist and each region should develop its own rules and standards for judging.

This form provided as reference only! Each region shall determine its own guidelines for this event!

CHECK FORM CHAPTER TREASURER'S BOOK

Chapter:

Rating:

Circle One

1. Complete Superior - Excellent - Good – Fair

2. Inventory and Net Worth Superior - Excellent - Good – Fair

3. Budget and Financial Summary Superior - Excellent - Good – Fair

4. Member Dues and Assessment Record Superior - Excellent - Good – Fair

5. Receipts and Disbursements Superior - Excellent - Good – Fair

6. Record of Chapter Deposits Superior - Excellent - Good – Fair

Comments:

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Veterinary Science CDE

Regional Event: NoLocation/Time of State Murray State University- TBA

National FFA guidelines, resources, and rubrics will be utilized. Access materials at: www.ffa.org/documents/cde_vetscience.pdf

Event FormatWritten ExaminationIdentificationMath, handling, and clinical practicumsTeam activity (Topic for 2012: Adult Feline Wellness Visit)

Written Examination: 100 points; 25 questions. Multiple choiceTopics may include:

BehaviorDisease (causes &

sources, signs & symptoms)Medical

terminologyMedical records

Anatomy/physiology

Regulations (federal OSHA,

MSDS)Patient

managementFacility

managementGenetics

Identification: 100 points Equipment – 50 pts (actual equipment and/or photos) + general knowledge

about useParasites – 30 pts (Photos)Breeds – 20 pts (Photos of small and large animal breeds)

Practicums: 300 pointsMath – Will be included during time allotted for written exam. May include

conversions, dose calculations, dilutions, cost calculations and invoices

Handling & restraining practicum – Two handling/restraint activities to complete. Participants should talk through handling & restraining steps to judges they are being scored.

Clinical procedure practicum – Two clinical procedures activities to complete.

Participants are expected to talk through the clinical procedure steps as they are being scored.

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http://www.ffa.org/documents/cde_vetscience.pdf

Team Activity: 600 pointsTeams will conduct research using local veterinarians & veterinary resources based on the annual topic (2012: Adult feline wellness visit). In a 15-minute recorded presentation, teams will demonstrate the different roles of the veterinary team, as well as explain steps and procedures for the veterinary process to the judges. No questions at the state level. Teams need to determine what roles are most important to demonstrate based on annual topic. Veterinary team roles may include, but are not limited to:

o Veterinary technician

o Veterinariano Veterinary

assistant

o Receptionisto Farm managero Owner/cliento Kennel/stable

assistant

Real animals or props may be used in the recorded presentation. This should be approached from as realistic a viewpoint as possible.

The presentation can be creative in nature, and may not utilize PowerPoint or other multimedia software in the team activity.

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Welding CDE

Regional Event: Date and time set by the regionLocation/Time of State Event: Kentucky State Fair

Rules

1. A team of four participants from a chapter will be eligible for the regional event. The highest three scores will constitute the team score. All members will use their event eligibility.

2. A team of four FFA members from each region will be eligible for the state event. Each region will select their team, along with alternates.

3. Participants will receive 4 pieces of 3/16”x2”x6” mild carbon steel and 4 each 1/8”Lincoln Electric 6011 Fleetweld 180 rods. 1 piece of metal and 1 rod will be used to set desired temperature for welder.

4. Each participant will be allowed 15 minutes to make his/her welds, which are:

a. Flat bead weldb. Vertical Up butt weldc. Vertical Up fillet weld

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2. Fillet Welds should be stringer beads with leg size of weld being equal to the thickness of the parts welded. For state event this would be 3/16” leg size. Butt and Flat Welds should also be stinger beads; width range from 2 to 2.5 times the diameter of the rod. For state this would be 1/4” to 5/16” wide.

3. Length of welds for the Fillet and Butt should be 3.5” plus or minus ½”. And the flat weld must run the entire length of the plate.

4. Welds should be free from the 9 weld deformities. a. Cracksb. Undercuttingc. Splatterd. Porositye. Inclusionf. Incomplete Joint Penetrationg. Incomplete Fusionh. Arc Strikesi. Unacceptable Weld Profiles

5. Each participant will be allowed 15 minutes to clean his/her welds.

6. Cleaning tools for cleaning the welds will be limited to a hand wire brush and chipping hammer.

7. Regional chairperson will make the entries for his/her region not later than August 1, to Executive Secretary, Kentucky Association FFA.

8. Judging will be done on the Danish system -- Blue, Red, White. From the Blues the state winner will be named. The state winner will receive a first place prize of $150. Other awards will be divided on the Blue, Red, and White basis among the other teams.

9. An FFA member may participate in regional and state events only once. Teachers will be expected to certify that members are eligible.

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10. Three qualified persons will judge the event on his/her techniques and appearance of the welds. This event is sponsored by the Kentucky State Fair. The Lincoln Electric Company provides the judges.

14. All event participants must wear safety glasses (for eye protection) underneath their welding helmets during all regional and state welding events.

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WELDING SCORE CARD

SECTION I - TECHNIQUE (30 Points)

Team

Participant

Dress, Safety Habits, & Welding Position 10

Striking Arc, Arc Length, Angle of Electrode, & Speed of Electrode Travel 10

Work Setup 10

SECTION II - FINISHED PRODUCT (70 Points)*

Flat Bead Weld 20

Vertical-Up Butt Weld 25

Vertical-Up Fillet Weld 25

Participant's Score

Team Score

Rank

* Consider undercutting, porosity, penetration, uniformity of weld, spatter, etc.

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