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What does the president say to open the meeting?
What does the president say to open the meeting?
- The meeting is open for transactions.
- All officers are at their stations.
- The meeting room will come to order. (correct)
- We are now holding a meeting. (correct)
What does the Vice President do?
What does the Vice President do?
Calls the roll of officers and reports their status.
What is the responsibility of the Sentinel?
What is the responsibility of the Sentinel?
To ensure the door is open to friends of the FFA and maintain order in the meeting.
Why is the Reporter stationed by the flag?
Why is the Reporter stationed by the flag?
What does the Treasurer do?
What does the Treasurer do?
What is the role of the Secretary?
What is the role of the Secretary?
What does the Advisor represent?
What does the Advisor represent?
What is the significance of the plow at the Vice President's station?
What is the significance of the plow at the Vice President's station?
Why is the president stationed beneath the rising sun?
Why is the president stationed beneath the rising sun?
What do FFA members say in unison?
What do FFA members say in unison?
What does the president declare at the end of the ceremony?
What does the president declare at the end of the ceremony?
Flashcards
Opening Meeting Statement
Opening Meeting Statement
The President declares the meeting room open for business.
Vice President's Role
Vice President's Role
The Vice President verifies and announces officers' presence.
Sentinel's Job
Sentinel's Job
Keeps the meeting door open and maintains order.
Reporter's Position
Reporter's Position
The Reporter stands near the flag to represent US and FFA.
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Treasurer's Responsibility
Treasurer's Responsibility
Tracks financial records and promotes savings.
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Secretary's Duty
Secretary's Duty
Keeps meeting records and communicates with others.
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Advisor's Role
Advisor's Role
Advisor represents experience and knowledge.
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Plow's Symbolism
Plow's Symbolism
The plow at the Vice President's station represents hard work in farming.
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President's Sun Position
President's Sun Position
The President sits beneath a rising sun to symbolize a new agricultural era.
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FFA Members' Unison Statement
FFA Members' Unison Statement
FFA members unite to support brotherhood, opportunities, responsibilities and leadership.
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Meeting Closing Declaration
Meeting Closing Declaration
The President declares the meeting open for general discussion.
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FFA meeting
FFA meeting
A formal meeting of FFA members
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President
President
The head of the FFA meeting
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Vice President
Vice President
Assists the president at the FFA meeting
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Reporter
Reporter
Informs the public about the FFA
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Sentinel
Sentinel
Maintains order at the FFA meeting.
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FFA Opening Ceremony Overview
- The ceremony begins with the president calling the meeting to order and confirming officer presence.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Vice President: Initiates the role call of officers, ensuring all are present at their stations.
- Sentinel: Welcomes guests and maintains order within the meeting space. Responsible for caring for the meeting room and associated materials.
Key Officer Positions
- Reporter: Positioned by the flag, symbolizes public communication and informs the public about the FFA's national reach.
- Treasurer: Located by the emblem of Washington, maintains financial records and encourages thrift among members.
- Secretary: Stands by the ear of corn, responsible for accurate meeting records and correspondence with FFA members.
Symbolism
- Advisor: Seated by the owl, representing wisdom and guidance; provides advice based on knowledge and experience.
- Plow: Symbolizes the necessity of hard work in agriculture, overseen by the Vice President.
- Rising Sun: Represents new beginnings in agriculture, emphasizing the leadership role of the president.
Opening the Meeting
- The president acknowledges the vice president’s readiness and the presence of officers.
- The secretary reports on the attendance, detailing the number of members and guests.
Member Participation
- All members stand in unison to express their commitment to brotherhood and leadership development.
- The president officially opens the meeting for business after affirming the members’ purpose and goals.
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