California FFA Programs for Parli Pro

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What does MFE stand for?

Made for Excellence Conference

What does ALA stand for?

Advanced Leadership Academy

What is the Star Farmer Award?

The best of the best among the State FFA Degree recipients.

What are the STAR Award categories?

Production (farmer), finance (placement), management (entrepreneurship) and/or research. Signup and view all the answers

When is the deadline to apply to be a committee chair at State Conference?

January 15 Signup and view all the answers

When is the deadline to apply to be on the State Nominating Committee?

January 15 Signup and view all the answers

When is the deadline to apply to be a State FFA Officer?

January 15 Signup and view all the answers

When are Hall of Chapters Applications due?

February 1 Signup and view all the answers

When are National Chapter Awards due?

February 1 Signup and view all the answers

When are Star Administrator, Star Advisor, Star Counselor and Star Supporting Staff Awards due?

February 1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the Web Page Award?

The Web Site Development Award recognizes FFA Chapters that develop and maintain an effective chapter website. Signup and view all the answers

What is FFA State Talent?

The California State FFA Talent list is selected annually to perform at the State FFA Leadership Conference. Signup and view all the answers

Who can apply for State FFA Talent?

All California FFA Members are eligible to apply. Signup and view all the answers

What is the FFA Press Corps?

A program that provides members with experience in public relations and journalism during the State FFA Leadership Conference. Signup and view all the answers

When is the FFA Press Corps application due?

February 1 Signup and view all the answers

What is FFA Courtesy Corps?

The Courtesy Corps assists with the annual state FFA convention by serving various roles. Signup and view all the answers

When are FFA Courtesy Corps applications due?

February 1 Signup and view all the answers

What is 'Give the Gift of Blue'?

A program that provides FFA jackets to members who cannot afford them. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Star Supporting Staff' award?

Recognizes support staff at the high school level who have rendered outstanding service to a local FFA chapter. Signup and view all the answers

When is the 'Star Supporting Staff' award application due?

February 1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Honorary State Degree'?

Awarded to people who have rendered significant support to California FFA. Signup and view all the answers

When is the Honorary State Degree application due?

February 1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'Golden Owl' Award?

Given to the top agriculture teacher in the state of California. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

FFA Programs and Awards

MFE: Stands for Made for Excellence Conference, a notable event in California FFA.
ALA: Represents Advanced Leadership Academy, focusing on developing leadership skills.
Star Farmer Award: Recognizes the top achiever among State FFA Degree recipients.

STAR Award Categories

STAR Awards include categories for production (farmer), finance (placement), management (entrepreneurship), and research.

Application Deadlines

Committee Chair: Applications for State Conference committee chair must be submitted by January 15.
State Nominating Committee: Deadline for applications is January 15.
State FFA Officer: Applications due January 15.
Hall of Chapters Applications: Due by February 1.
National Chapter Awards: Applications needed by February 1.
Star Awards (Administrator, Advisor, Counselor, Supporting Staff): Applications due February 1.
FFA Press Corps: Applications must be submitted by February 1.
FFA Courtesy Corps: Applications also due February 1.
Star Supporting Staff Award: Application deadline is February 1.
Honorary State Degree: Applications must be submitted by February 1.

Awards and Programs

Web Page Award: Recognizes FFA Chapters that maintain an effective website with essential information.
FFA State Talent: Auditions take place annually in spring, with selected members performing at the State FFA Leadership Conference.
FFA Press Corps: Provides members experience in public relations and journalism by working at the State FFA Leadership Conference.
FFA Courtesy Corps: Assists convention staff and carries out various tasks, representing a prestigious honor.

Supporting Initiatives

"Give the Gift of Blue": A program providing jackets to FFA members in need through donations, costing $80 per jacket.
Star Supporting Staff Award: Honors outstanding support staff in high schools contributing to local FFA chapters.
Honorary State Degree: Recognizes individuals who provide substantial support to California FFA, requiring nomination by regions.
Golden Owl Award: Awarded to the top agricultural teacher in California, requiring nominations from chapters and winning at the section and region levels.

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Test your knowledge of California FFA programs with this quiz on key terms and awards. Learn about the significance of the MFE and ALA, as well as the prestigious Star Farmer Award. Perfect for students looking to excel in FFA competitions.