FFA Officers and Membership Overview
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FFA Officers and Membership Overview

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Which of these are Six Traditional Officers? (Select all that apply)

  • Treasurer (correct)
  • President (correct)
  • Secretary (correct)
  • Vice President (correct)
  • Reporter (correct)
  • Sentinel (correct)

    • Which of the following are non-traditional officers? (Select all that apply)

  • Sentinel
  • Parliamentarian (correct)
  • Historian (correct)
  • Chaplain (correct)

    • What program partners FFA members and adults to address community needs?

    Living to Serve

    What is the mission of the Florida FFA Foundation?

    <p>To provide resources to encourage and enhance the development of premier leadership, personal growth, and career success of FFA members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who owns and operates the Florida FFA Leadership Training Center?

    <p>Florida FFA Foundation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who determines the annual membership dues in the Florida FFA association?

    <p>Majority vote of the delegates at State FFA convention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each year the National FFA Organization awards scholarships worth nearly?

    <p>$2 million</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Florida FFA Organizational Chart, every district in Florida has only two (2) sub districts.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    By what date must a bona fide FFA chapter submit the Quality Chapter Planning Guide?

    <p>October 15th</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the grace period for the Florida FFA?

    <p>7 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the Executive Director of the Florida FFA Foundation?

    <p>Gary Bartley</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an SAE that takes less than a day and is not related to your major SAE?

    <p>Supplemental</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does FAAE stand for?

    <p>Florida Association of Agricultural Educators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the National FFA Executive Secretary?

    <p>Sherene R. Donaldson</p> Signup and view all the answers

    This mission statement: 'To enhance the quality of life for the American people by supporting production of agriculture.' belongs to which organization?

    <p>USDA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'FFA today' is what?

    <p>The annual report published by the National FFA Foundation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the web address for the Florida FFA Association?

    <p><a href="http://www.flaffa.org">www.flaffa.org</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the current Florida FFA membership dues?

    <p>$10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the theme for the Florida FFA Association for 2015-2016?

    <p>Cultivate a Legacy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of FFA members nationwide live in urban and suburban areas?

    <p>27%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the dates for the 2016 Florida FFA convention?

    <p>June 13th-17th</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many primary types of SAE programs are there?

    <p>8</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What additional role does the State Supervisor of Agriculture Education serve?

    <p>State Advisor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A State Convention of the Florida FFA, Inc, shall be held annually, and at least ____ days prior to the National Convention.

    <p>45</p> Signup and view all the answers

    ____ National Agri-Entrepreneurship Award winners are selected annually.

    <p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The FFA Creed was adopted at the ____ National FFA Convention.

    <p>3rd</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the quality standards for the Quality Chapter Planning Guide?

    <p>150-Senior Chapter and 125-Junior/Middle School points overall.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered Official Chapter Equipment?

    <p>FFA Banner, Complete Set of Officer Stations, Program of Activities Tool, 7 or more Official FFA Manuals, Official FFA Flag, Gavel &amp; Block, Scrapbook.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    An FFA member may retain active membership until when?

    <p>November 30 following his or her fourth national FFA convention after graduation from high school.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many delegates represent their respective state associations at the National FFA Convention?

    <p>475</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following degrees of FFA membership with the correct titles:

    <p>Active = Active membership Alumni = Former members Collegiate = College-level members Honorary = Non-member supporters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the address of the Florida FFA Association?

    <p>5600 SW 34th St, Gainesville, FL 32608</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the third line of the FFA motto?

    <p>Earning to Live</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Star Awards does the Florida FFA Association award each year at the State Convention?

    <p>6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Proficiency Award in Florida is separated into 2 categories?

    <p>Equine Science</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the Southern Region VP from?

    <p>Georgia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the official group for retired Florida ag educators and special friends?

    <p>Seasoned Owls of Florida</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the official website of the Florida FFA Foundation?

    <p><a href="http://www.floridaffafoundation.org">www.floridaffafoundation.org</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

    When scoring official dress during state CDEs, no points will be taken off if the advisor shares that no jacket was available.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Florida FFA Association divides the state into six areas for state officer election and administrative purposes.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What star is awarded at the Chapter and State level but not at the National level?

    <p>Star Greenhand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is excluded from the governing board of Florida FFA, Inc.?

    <p>FACTE President</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum number of points a chapter can obtain in Leadership, Application, and CDE on the Quality Chapter Planning Guide?

    <p>50</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the operations center of the Florida FFA Association located?

    <p>Gainesville</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In January of 2016, where did National Officers travel for an international experience program?

    <p>Japan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    More than how many FFA advisors and agriculture teachers deliver integrated agricultural education?

    <p>11,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the top five membership states?

    <p>Texas, California, Georgia, Oklahoma, Missouri</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Collectively, FFA members earn more than how many billion annually through their hands-on work experience?

    <p>4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is identified as the greatest challenge facing FFA and agricultural education?

    <p>shortage of qualified ag teachers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What degree is available for middle school FFA members?

    <p>Discovery Degree</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many national CDEs are there?

    <p>24</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many national proficiency awards are recognized?

    <p>49</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Each national proficiency finalist receives how much as a cash award?

    <p>$500</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At the April CDE day at UF, how many CDEs are conducted?

    <p>6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On the Quality Chapter Planning Guide, under which heading is Courtesy Corps listed?

    <p>Applications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where is the LTC located?

    <p>Haines City, FL</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How soon prior to the actual event date does online CDE registration open?

    <p>1 month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Leslie Applegate, the first FFA President, was from which state?

    <p>New Jersey</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what year did the official FFA website debut?

    <p>1996</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Newly chartered FFA chapters have 3 years to meet minimum Quality Chapter Program standards.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On the Florida FFA Calendar, what does the *** symbol represent?

    <p>Those activities that are not official activities of the Florida FFA Association</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many points must a high school FFA chapter obtain to be considered a quality chapter?

    <p>150</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The National FFA Foundation formed in Washington, D.C., in what year?

    <p>1944</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Fees for LTC events are non-refundable unless cancellations are made how many hours in advance to check-in?

    <p>48 hours</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Quality Chapter Planning Guide, what is the total points possible for the Local Activities section?

    <p>60 points</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which category is the Alumni Essay listed in the Quality Chapter Planning Guide?

    <p>Award Application</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Quality Chapter Planning Guide, how many points are given for having 11-25% FFA membership?

    <p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Florida is part of which region?

    <p>Southern</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Florida FFA requires the emergency medical form for what type of events only?

    <p>overnight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the student registration fees for all Florida FFA Conferences, other than COLT?

    <p>$100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The FFA Hall of Fame is an event hosted by whom?

    <p>The Florida FFA Foundation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Florida FFA Calendar of Events, when are all Proficiency Applications due?

    <p>April 15th, except for Feeder Steer and Swine, which are due on May 1st.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Florida FFA Career Development Event (CDE) Manual, how many middle school and high school CDEs are offered?

    <p>20 middle school, 28 high school</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The headquarters and principal office of the National FFA Organization is the United States Department of Education in Washington, D.C.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    There are three types of National FFA Alumni Membership: annual, life and what?

    <p>corporate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The CEO of the National FFA Organization is?

    <p>Dwight Armstrong</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year did National FFA Alumni celebrate its 40th anniversary?

    <p>2011</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Florida FFA Hall of Fame began in what year?

    <p>2007</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What award is given based on the chapter's Program of Activities and for completing activities representing the five quality standards?

    <p>The National Chapter Award</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many chapters does Florida FFA have?

    <p>315</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Annually the Florida FFA Foundation secures sponsors for over how many awards?

    <p>7,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the president of the Florida FFA Alumni Association?

    <p>Doug Register</p> Signup and view all the answers

    As a State Proficiency Award winner, what do you receive?

    <p>$200 and your advisor will also receive a $100 check.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At the LTC, how much is the donation for a 4" x 8" brick for the courtyard?

    <p>$100</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What amount is provided for each member of a State Winning CDE Team to travel to the National FFA Convention?

    <p>$250</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    FFA Officers and Membership

    • Six Traditional FFA officers: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, Sentinel
    • Three Non-traditional officers: Parliamentarian, Historian, Chaplain
    • FFA membership includes Active, Alumni, Collegiate, and Honorary degrees

    Programs and Initiatives

    • "Living to Serve" program partners FFA members with adults for community service and development projects
    • Florida FFA Foundation's mission: Enhance leadership, personal growth, and career success for members
    • National FFA offers nearly $2 million in scholarships each year

    Membership Fees and Dues

    • Annual membership dues in the Florida FFA association determined by majority vote at State FFA convention
    • Current Florida FFA membership dues set at $10

    Recognition and Awards

    • Florida FFA Association awards six Star Awards at State Convention
    • Ten National Agri-Entrepreneurship Award winners selected annually
    • 49 National Proficiency Awards available across various categories

    Events and Participation

    • Florida FFA Leadership Training Center (LTC) managed by Florida FFA Foundation, located in Haines City, FL
    • Florida FFA convention held annually 45 days prior to National Convention
    • National FFA Convention presided over by 475 delegates from state associations

    History and Structure

    • National FFA Foundation established in 1944; official FFA website launched in 1996
    • Every district in Florida may have more than two sub-districts as per organizational chart
    • Florida FFA is part of the Southern region and has a total of 315 chapters

    Quality Standards and Planning

    • To be a bona fide chapter, submit Quality Chapter Planning Guide and related documents by October 15th
    • A high school FFA chapter requires 150 points to be recognized as a quality chapter
    • Maximum points available for Leadership, Application, and CDE sections of the Quality Chapter Planning Guide is 50

    Key Individuals

    • Gary Bartley serves as Executive Director of the Florida FFA Foundation
    • Sherene R. Donaldson acts as National FFA Executive Secretary
    • Dwight Armstrong holds position as CEO of the National FFA Organization

    Additional Information

    • FFA members contribute over $4 billion annually through experiential learning and work
    • 27% of FFA members in the U.S. live in urban and suburban areas
    • Florida FFA requires emergency medical forms for overnight events only
    • CDE registration opens one month prior to events, with participant fees of $100 for Florida FFA Conferences

    Miscellaneous

    • The FFA Hall of Fame established in 2007; event hosted by the Florida FFA Foundation
    • Leslie Applegate, first FFA President, hailed from New Jersey

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    Explore the structure and initiatives of FFA with this quiz. It covers the roles of traditional and non-traditional officers, various membership types, and programs like 'Living to Serve.' Test your knowledge on membership fees, recognition, and awards within the Florida FFA Association.

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