Earning the FFA graduation cord or diploma seal for a Career and Technical Student Organization (CTSO) is more than just a symbol—it’s a recognition of a student’s dedication, leadership, and career readiness. These honors celebrate the countless hours students invest in developing real-world skills, contributing to their communities, and demonstrating excellence in their chosen pathways. Whether through FFA, DECA, HOSA, FBLA, or other CTSOs, these achievements highlight a student’s commitment to personal growth, teamwork, and future career success. Walking across the stage with a CTSO cord or diploma seal reflects a journey of purpose and sets students apart as leaders of tomorrow.
Please note that students MUST fundraise for FFA, compete in a competition (and place within Top 10), and accumulate community service with Brookwood FFA.
The State FFA Degree is the highest honor a Georgia FFA member can earn at the state level, recognizing exceptional dedication to agricultural education, leadership, and community service. For high school students in Georgia, achieving this degree is a significant milestone that reflects years of hard work and commitment to the FFA mission.
Requirements for Georgia High School Students
To be eligible for the State FFA Degree in Georgia, a student must:
Have received the Chapter FFA Degree and been an active FFA member for at least 24 months.
Completed at least two years (360 hours) of agricultural education, including an SAE program.
Earned and productively invested at least $1,000 or worked a minimum of 300 hours outside of class time in their SAE.
Participated in at least 25 hours of community service across a minimum of two different activities.
Demonstrated leadership by performing 10 parliamentary law procedures, delivering a six-minute speech on an agriculture-related topic, and serving as an officer, committee chairperson, or active committee member.
Maintained a satisfactory scholastic record with a "C" average or better.
Contributed to the planning and completion of the chapter's Program of Activities.
Participated in at least five different FFA activities above the chapter level.
These events include the following:
Career Development Events (CDE)
Leadership Development Events (LDE)
Fall Region Rally
Area Awards Banquet (if applicable)
Chapter Officer Leadership Training (COLT)
Must be State Team led
FFA Day at the Capitol (Invite Only)
FFA Day at the Fair
National FFA Convention
State FFA Convention
Summer Leadership Camp
Email your agriculture teacher!
Mr. Hembree - cole.hembree@gcpsk12.org
Dr. Settles Livers - carrie.settles.livers@gcpsk12.org