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What is FFA?
What is FFA?
FFA is a dynamic student-led leadership development organization for students of agricultural education. The FFA changes lives and prepares students for premier leadership, personal growth and career success. FFA is only a part of agriculture education, or the three-circle model.
What does FFA stand for?
What does FFA stand for?
F-F-A stands for Future Farmers of America, which is the official name of the organization, however, we no longer use the full name and instead operate as the “FFA”. This is because Future Farmers of America implies that we are all preparing to be farmers. Agriculture is much broader than farming and ranching. Members study things such as horticulture, aquaculture, food sciences, accounting, wildlife management, mechanics, engineering, and more.
Does everyone have to raise an animal in FFA?
Does everyone have to raise an animal in FFA?
No. Every member is required to have an Supervised Agricultural Experience, or SAE. An SAE is a project or enterprise that gives members hands-on training and a chance to apply what is learned in the classroom. Some examples of SAEs are research projects, placement in an job in the agricultural field, as well as raising livestock.
FFA Basics
FFA Basics
Mission: FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.
Motto: Learning To Do, Doing To Learn, Earning To Live, Living To Serve
Colors: National Blue and Corn Gold
Emblem: The emblem represents the history, goals and future of the organization. The five symbols of the emblem are: the cross section of the ear of corn, the rising sun, the plow, the eagle and the owl.
Still Have Questions?
Still Have Questions?
Please reach out to the advisors by email!
Kassi Klakamp - kassi.klakamp@wylieisd.net
Kryste Vitera - kryste.vitera@wylieisd.net
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