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Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Presidents Message 2 Officers Message 3 Advisors Message 4 Current Chapter Officers 5 State Degree Recipients 6 American Degree Recipients 7 Honorary Chapter Farmers 8 Past State, Central Region, and Sectional Officers 9 Past and Current Advisors 10 Project Competition Participants 11-12 State Champion Teams 13 State Champion High Individuals 14 National Teams & High Individuals 15 Point of Award Winners 16 Calendar of Activities 17-27 Mission & Strategies 28 2015-2016 Chapter Goals 29 Participation in State and National Activities 30 Finance Economic 31 Cooperation 32 Community Service 33 Public Relations 34 Social Media/ Stay Connected to BCHS FFA 35 Membership Developments 36 Alumni Relations 37 Scholarship 38 Chapter Officer Application 39-41 Defining Leadership 42 Membership: Event Committees 43 The FFA Creed 44 Emblem 45 Colors and Motto 46 Official Dress 47 Proper Use of the Jacket 48 Conduct of Meetings 49 Supervised Occupational Experience 50 Exhibitor Rules/Guidelines Contract 51-52 Buhach Colony FFA Budget 53 Market Lamb Project Plan Sheet 54 Market Hog Project Plan Sheet 55 Dairy Replacement Heifer Project Plan Sheet 56 Beef Replacement Heifer Project Plan Sheet 57 Market Steer Project Plan Sheet 58 Meat Goat Project Plan Sheet 59 Point Award System 60-62 Chapter Constitution 63-69
President’s Message
Dear Buhach Colony FFA Members,
I am honored to serve as your Buhach Colony FFA President this year. I hope
that your year will be filled with new friends, opportunities and adventures. Your time
in the Buhach Colony FFA may seem long now, but trust me when I say that it goes by
fast. Reach out to new people and step out of your comfort zone as you travel into a
world of new opportunities. You have the ability to inspire others and obtain a great
feeling of accomplishment as you find your niche within our chapter. My hope for you
is the you will gain the same life changing experiences that I have had the honor of
receiving throughout my last 3 years in the FFA. I have gained best friends, pride in my
accomplishments and a family to support me through the hard times. I challenge each
of you to take advantage of what our chapter has to offer, while you are gaining new
learning experiences. After all, we are LEARNERS TODAY, LEADERS TOMORROW,
AND FRIENDS FOREVER!
Sincerely,
Madison Homen
2015-16 BC FFA President
Madison Homen
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Officers’ Message Dear Buhach Colony FFA members, parents, staff, and supporters:
The 2015-2016 Buhach Colony FFA officer team is thrilled to offer you a fun filled year of opportunities and activities. We would like to invite you to join us on our journey to build leadership skills and prepare to be tomorrow’s leaders. We would also hope that each of you will gain valuable friendships along the way that you to can treasure for a lifetime! Each of us serving you are a testament to the many opportunities for personal growth by being involved in FFA. We have all found a deeply rooted passion for Agriculture and enjoy this opportunity to share it with all of you. We have found that our FFA family has been instrumental in guiding us in the right direction, and has helped each of us to achieve things beyond what we ever imagined. There is so much our FFA chapter has to offer and is just as diverse as the Agriculture industry itself. We hope that each of you take advantage of the opportunities ahead of you to gain experience and become a better leader, friend and team member by joining one of the various career development teams, speaking teams or obtaining a paid or non-paid entrepreneurship. By taking that first step, and being a part of an Ag class, you will truly enjoy “learning by doing.”
Whether your goal is to start your own business, win a state title or simply pass your Ag class, Buhach Colony FFA can provide you with the tools necessary to prepare you be tomorrow’s leaders! Fellow members and guests, get ready to learn, lead and have fun! Sincerely, President – Madison Homen Vice President – Ross May Secretary – Jose Medina III Treasurer – Stephanie Stewart Reporter – Tiffanie Underwood Historian – Madyson Murphy Sentinel – Michaela Clark Parliamentarian – Abigail Douglas The 2015-2016 BCHS FFA Officer Team
Jose, Michaela, Tiffanie, Madi M, Madi H, Stephanie, Abby, Ross 3
Advisors’ Message Dear Buhach Colony FFA Members, This is an exciting time to be a member of the Buhach Colony FFA Chapter! Your officers have been
working hard to bring you a fun-filled year full of learning and leadership opportunities. The officer team
selected “Buhach Colony FFA – Learners Today, Leaders Tomorrow, Friends Forever” as the theme for this
2015-2016 school year, to reflect on their personal experiences within the FFA program, as well as their wish
for each of you as members. American Agriculture in our society, has such a great degree of differentiation
within the industry, and how it impacts our life as we develop future industry leaders is extremely important. It
is a goal of our chapter to prepare members to be tomorrows industry leaders through their studies and
experiences both in and out of the classroom . Along the way, we know you will build friendships and
relationships that you will treasure your entire life. Each person you encounter will be of value to you in your
life endeavors, and hope you find those that share your passions and work to enhance your abilities. Our chapter
is proud of its members and their success and looks forward to future accomplishments.
This year will be packed full of activities that each give every FFA member the opportunity to take
center stage and set the scene for their success, each growing in many ways, as they experience all that Buhach
Colony FFA has to offer. As your Chapter Advisors we look forward to another outstanding year, and
remember, we are always here to advise you
from time to time as the need arises.
Sincerely,
Mr. Avila Mrs. Von Allman Mr. Mancebo Mr. Obad 4
Current Chapter Officers 2015-2016 President: Vice President: Secretary: Madison Homen Ross May Jose Medina III Treasurer: Reporter: Sentinel: Stephanie Stewart Tiffanie Underwood Michaela Clark Historian: Parliamentarian: Advisor: Madison Murphy Abigail Douglas Valerie VonAllman
Pictured Left to Right: Top: Jose Medina III, Ross May, Stephanie Stewart, Abigail Douglas, Mrs. VonAllman
Bottom: Tiffanie Underwood, Madison Homen, Madison Murphy, Michaela Clark
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State Degree Recipients
2015 Scott Avila Michaela Clark Kelsey Coane Lauren Diniz Wyatt Gibson Avery Hannine Madison Homen Maggie Homen Ross May Isabella Pareira Corinne Sherman Cassie Smith Caden Soares 2014 Erika Ewing Nico Gois Deena Migliazzo Marc Olds Brittany Phillips Clayton Sardella 2013 Crestina Batchelor
Brittany Carrera Stephen Cassady Samantha Engel Pierce Hanning Katrina Machado Allison Miller Emma Miller Abigail Montague Jordann Rose Yvonne Staffler Bridgett Verderber Emily Voris 2012 Mitchell Avila Shane Gillard Lane Harrison Katie Migliazzo Garrett Morales Sarah Reel Grant Sardella Courtney Soares
2011 Cathleen Cipriano Sam Ford Jeremy Leeper Eric Migliazzo Vincent Migliazzo Gretchen Montague Montanna Oh Travis Regalo Kaitlyn Ryan Allison Sherman Trevor Surrock 2010 Colby Cozzitorto Lucas Cozzitorto Josue Estrada Philip Fagundes Megan Machado Brittany Mahy Marissa Mahy Megen Morales Stephanie Morgado Lindsey Olds Katie Regert Samantha Smith Matt Voris 2009 Stacey Agueda Gilberto Estrada Josh Holt Roberto Iniguez Andrea Machado David Migliazzo Loren Migliazzo
Taylor Morrow Morgan Taylor 2008 Daniel Bazan Terra Bazan Kaitlyn Cook Ondrea Edwards Brittney Machado Allison Macias Jennifer Ray Jacob Taylor
Melissa Wells 2007 Frank Azevedo Brittney Day Michael Fagundes Kayla Herrera Courtney Pisacco Corey Regalo Katelyn Richardson
Loren Scoto Amanda Stone Erica Voris Danielle Wade Katy Warren 2006 Mallory Anderson Christina Cabrito Cody Day Kaylee Gibson Charlotte Janz Darrah Mello Adam Obad Tiffany Pattison Joey Rogers 2005 Mario Bandoni Theresa Correia Sarah Friesen Nick Pimentel Anthony Regalo 2004 Larry Azevedo Brett Fuccillo Cassey Gomes Stephanie Obad Kendria Poe Steven Tunzi Cody Wilson 2003 Abe Garcia Sarah Lewis Donny Rogers Jenna Webb
American Degree Recipients
2015- Allison Miller Emma Miller 2014 – Shane Gillard Katie Migliazzo Garrett Morales 2013 – Vincent Migliazzo
- Kaitlyn Ryan - Grant Sardella - Alison Sherman
2012 – Megan Morales 2011 – Loren Migliazzo 2010 – Terra Bazan Daniel Bazan 2009 – Erica Voris Michelle Fagundes 2006 – Stephanie Obad 2005 – Sarah Lewis 7
Honorary Chapter Farmers & Hometown Hero Honorary Chapter Farmer Hometown Hero 2015 Migliazzo Dairy Heather Silvera Mr. & Mrs. McCabe Scot & Sandy Sherman Mr. & Mrs. Fucillo Jean Obad – Diamond Stitch 2014 Mr. & Mrs. Ray Sabrena Ford 2013 Steven Hobbs 2012 Corey Fagundes 2011 Louie Bandoni Kim Donaher 2010 Laurie Bazan Bill & Dina Ray John Voris 2009 Angie Bottorini Dr. Les McCabe Amanda Galan 2008 Jim Anderson Vince and Kathy Fucillo Megan Silva Erin Thompson 2007 Robin Bailey Lauren Herman Jeremy Turner Joe & Kathy Scoto 2006 John Olson Jo Schmidt 2005 John Hall Kevin & Maria Moore 8
Officers – Above the Chapter Level State Officers 2005-2006 – Stephanie Obad Central Region Officers 2012-2013 - Garrett Morales 2007-2008 – Loren Scoto 2004-2005- Brett Fucillo Stephanie Obad Merced-Mariposa Sectional Officers 2015-2016 - Madison Homen 2013-2014- Jordann Rose 2012-2013- Shane Gillard 2011-2012- Trevor Surrock Garrett Morales 2010-2011- Megen Morales Trevor Surrock 2009-2010- Eric Migliazzo Megen Morales 2008-2009- Melissa Wells 2007-2008- Michael Fagundes Erica Voris 2006-2007- Michael Fagundes Erica Voris 2003-2004- Brett Fucillo Stephanie Obad
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Past and Current Advisors 2015- 2016 Manuel Avila 2008-2009 Manuel Avila Manny Mancebo Robin Griffiths Steve Obad Manny Mancebo Valerie VonAllman Steve Obad Student Teacher: Anthony Farao Student Teacher: Angie Bottorini Student Teacher: Amanda Galan 2014-2015 Manuel Avila 2007-2008 Manuel Avila Manny Mancebo Robin Griffiths Steve Obad Manny Mancebo Valerie VonAllman Steve Obad Student Teacher: Megan Silva 2013-2014 Manual Avila Student Teacher: Erin Thompson Manny Mancebo Steve Obad 2006-2007 Manuel Avila Valerie VonAllman Robin Griffiths Student Teacher: Matthew Marshall Manny Mancebo Steve Obad 2012-2013 Manual Avila Student Teacher: Robin Bailey Manny Mancebo Student Teacher: Lauren Herman Steve Obad Valerie VonAllman 2005-2006 Manuel Avila Student Teacher: Kadie Calac Robin Griffiths Student Teacher: Kate Bigelow Manny Mancebo Steve Obad 2011-2012 Manuel Avila Student Teacher: Jeremy Turner Manny Mancebo Steve Obad 2004-2005 Manuel Avila Valerie VonAllman Robin Griffiths Student Teacher: Matt Bono Kristen Hodges Student Teacher: Terra Plumley Manny Mancebo 2010-2011 Manuel Avila 2003-2004 Manuel Avila Manny Mancebo Robin Griffiths Steve Obad Manny Mancebo Valerie VonAllman Allison Wentzel 2009-2010 Manuel Avila 2002-2003 Manuel Avila Robin Griffiths Manny Mancebo Manny Mancebo Allison Wentzel Steve Obad Crystal Thissen 2001-2002 Manuel Avila Allison Wentzel
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Project Competition Participants 2014 – 2015 Scott Avila Joselyn Campos Abigail Douglas Wyatt Gibson Madison Homen Deena Migliazzo Marc Olds 2013-2014 Scott Avila Joselyn Campos Michaela Clark Wyatt Gibson Deena Migliazzo Macy Oh Marc Olds Camille Silvera Amanda Skidmore Emily Voris 2012-2013 Mitchell Avila Scott Avila Stephen Cassady Wyatt Gibson Shane Gillard Deena Migliazzo Katie Migliazzo Garrett Morales Macy Oh Amanda Skidmore 2011-2012 Mitchell Avila Shane Gillard Deena Migliazzo Katie Migliazzo Vincent Migliazzo Garrett Morales Marc Olds Montanna Oh Clayton Sardella Grant Sardella
2010-2011 Outstanding Chapter Mitchell Avila
Houston Cozzitorto Sam Ford Eric Migliazzo Katie Migliazzo Vincent Migliazzo Garrett Morales Megen Morales Montanna Oh Emily Voris 2009-2010 Outstanding Chapter Mitchell Avila Katie Migliazzo Loren Migliazzo Garrett Morales Megen Morales Montanna Oh Lindsay Olds Jared Pareira Kaitlyn Ryan 2008-2009 Stacey Agueda Andrea Machado Eric Migliazzo Loren Migliazzo Vincent Migliazzo Megen Morales Montanna Oh Lindsay Olds Grant Sardella Alison Sherman 2007-2008 Lucas Cozzitorto Colby Cozzitorto Eric Migliazzo Loren Migliazzo Brittany Machado Megen Morales Erica Voris Loren Scoto Melissa Wells
2006-2007 Terra Bazan Colby Cozzitorto Mariana Mancebo Brittany Machado Loren Migliazzo Jennifer Ray Loren Scoto Melissa Wells Erica Voris 2005-2006 Cody Day Michelle Fagundes Kristin Fortin Brittany Machado Louis Silveria Lauren Scoto Jennifer Ray Erica Voris 2004-2005 Mario Bandoni Sarah Friesen Cassey Gomes Adam Obad Stephanie Obad Andrew Ray Loren Scoto Erica Voris Justine White 2003-2004 Mario Bandoni Ryan Boss Sarah Friesen Cassey Gomes Cody Nunes Adam Obad Stephanie Obad Curtis Priest Kaelin Webb
Project Competition Participants Continued 2002-2003 Mario Bandoni Justine White Ryan Boss Cody Nunes Stephanie Obad Kendria Poe Curtis Priest Scott Rodner Gus Scoto Kaelin Webb 2001-2002 Stephanie Obad Gus Scoto Kendria Poe Ben Moitoso
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State Champion Teams 2013 Dairy Cattle Judging Creed Speaking Shane Gillard Amanda Skidmore Deena Migliazzo Katie Migliazzo Yvonne Staffler 2012 Tree Pruning Vincent Migliazzo Gretchen Montague Garrett Morales Trevor Surrock 2011 Cotton Judging Fruit Tree Judging Megen Morales Megen Morales Garrett Morales Garrett Morales Gretchen Montague Gretchen Montague Trevor Surrock Kaitlyn Ryan 2010 Citrus Judging Dairy Cattle Judging Garrett Morales Robert Iniguez Megen Morales Vincent Migliazzo Gretchen Montague Kaitlyn Ryan Trevor Surrock Allison Sherman 2009 Farm Power Small Engines Vine Judging Josh Holt Stephen Gruenbacher Gretchen Montague David Migliazzo Taylor Scarbrough Megen Morales Taylor Morrow Michael Silva Sarah Reel Samantha Smith 2007 Dairy Cattle Judging Frank Azevedo Brittney Day Michael Fagundes Loren Migliazzo 2006 Farm Power Mario Bandoni Codi Nunes Loren Scoto 2005 Small Engines Mallory Andersen Tim Cecil Greyson Elliott
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State Level High Individuals 2013 Dairy Cattle Judging 2010 Katie Migliazzo – 2nd Creed Deena Migliazzo – 4th Katie Migliazzo – 3rd Shane Gillard – 5th Dairy Cattle Judging Livestock Judging Vincent Migliazzo – 1st Emily Voris – 5th Allison Sherman – 2nd Farm Power Fruit Tree Judging Lane Harrison 2nd Megen Morales – 3rd Jared Pareira – 4th 2009 Farm Power Creed Speaking Taylor Morrow – 1st Amanda Skidmore – 1st Josh Hold – 3rd 2012 Dairy Cattle Judging Vine Judging Katie Migliazzo – 3rd Megen Morales -2nd
Tree Pruning “A” Team Small Engines Vincent Migliazzo – 1st Michael Silva – 1st Garrett Morales – 3rd Stephen Gruenbacher – 4th 2011 Cotton Judging “A” Team 2008 Vine Judging Megen Morales – 4th Megen Morales – 1st
Gretchen Montague – 5th Trevor Surrock – 2nd 2007 Creed Allison King – 1st Cotton Judging “B” Team Abigail Montague – 1st Dairy Cattle Judging Brittany Day – 1st Dairy Cattle Judging Michael Fagundes – 3rd Katie Migliazzo – 3rd 2006 Farm Power Fruit Tree Judging Cody Nunes – 2nd Megen Morales – 1st Mario Bandoni – 5th Garrett Morales – 5th Gretchen Montague – 4th Job Interview Kaitlyn Ryan – 2nd Kristin Fortin – 1st 2010 BIG 2005 Small Engines Katie Migliazzo – 3rd Mallory Andersen – 2nd
Greyson Elliott – 4th Citrus Judging
Trevor Surrock – 1st 2001 Small Engines Megen Morales – 4th Mallory Andersen – 1st Cotton Judging Megen Morales – 5th 14
National Teams & High Individuals 2013 – Dairy Cattle Judging Team – 5th High National Champion Team Katie Migliazzo – 3rd High Individual 2010 – Dairy Cattle Judging Team – National Champions Vincent Migliazzo – 5th High Individual Kaitlyn Ryan – 6th High Individual 2007 – Creed Allison King – National Champion
Dairy Cattle Judging – 8th High Team 2006 – Job Interview Kristin Fortin – 3rd High Individual
International Teams 2011 – Dairy Cattle Judging Team 4th High Team – Royal Highlands Show, Edinburgh Scotland Robert Iniguez Vincent Migliazzo Kaitlyn Ryan Allison Sherman
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Point of Award Winners 2014-2015 – Madison Homen 2013-2014 – Jordann Rose 2012-2013 – Garrett Morales 2011-2012 – Shane Gillard 2010-2011 – Megen Morales 2009-2010 – Megen Morales 2008-2009 – Megen Morales 2007-2008 – Brittney Machado 2006-2007 – Loren Scoto 2005-2006 - Loren Scoto 2004-2005 – Stephanie Obad 2003-2004 – Stephanie Obad 2002-2003 – Stephanie Obad 2001-2002 – Jenna Webb 16
August 2015
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. 1
2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Round Up 12-5 MJC Livestock Judging Camp
MJC Livestock Judging Camp
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Officer Workday Officer Workday
16 17 18 19 20 21 22
School Starts
23 24 25 26 27 28 29
FFA Meeting Central Region SOLS – Delta HS
30 31
September 2015
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. 1 2 3 4 5
Club Week
Sept 1-4
Food Faire
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
Labor Day
No School
Relay For Life
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Relay for Life Merced/Mariposa CATA 4pm Merced College
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
Greenhand Conference Stanislaus Ag Center Modesto
Sadie Hawkins Dance
27 28 29 30
FFA Meeting @ Lunch Room D19 Parent/Exhibitor Meeting 5:30 social 6pm mtg Ag Classrooms
October 2015
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. 1 2 3
COLC Officer Leadership Training
4 5 6 7 8 9 10
COLC Officer Leadership Training
Farm 2 U Day. Merced Fairgrounds
Golf Tournament
11 12 13 14 15 16 17
Merced/Mariposa Section Opening Closing Contest Gustine HS
Greenhand Applications go out
18 19 20 21 22 23 24
Sectional Night. Del Oso Family Farms
25 26 27 28 29 30 31
FFA Meeting. After School
Greenhand Applications Due
November 2015
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Greenhand Interviews
MJC Senior Day
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Merced/Mariposa Admin Night 4:30 pm Pacheco HS
Veterans Day. No School
Local Project Comp
Merced College Aggie Fest
Merced Mariposa Cattlemen’s Dinner
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
Greenhand Voting.
Banquet Script practice
Greenhand/ Chapter Degree Banuet. 6pm BCHS Theater
Central Region Road Show
Central Region CATA Meeting UC Davis
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
No School Nov 23-27
THANKSGIVING
29 30
December 2015
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. 1 2 3 4 5
Merced/ Mariposa Project Comp Judging
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
FFA Meeting. After School Room D19
State Degree Book Due
Fashion Show Fundraiser
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Fall Officer Retreat Trip.
No School. Winter Break Dec 18-Jan 3
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
Christmas Eve Christmas Day
27 28 29 30 31
New Year’s Eve
January 2016
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. 1 2
New Year’s Day
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Cow Chip Tickets go out
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Merced/ Mariposa manuscripts due
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
MLK Day Cow Chip Tickets Due
Merced/ Mariposa Super Saturday Leadership CDE & State Degree
Merced College
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
FFA Meeting After School
February 2016
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat.
1 2 3 4 5 6
Merced/Mariposa Project Comp Banquet@ Merced Fairgrounds 5pm
Regional manuscripts due to J. Sperling Electronically by 5pm
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
World Ag Expo World Ag Expo World Ag Expo
Central Region Speaking Finals Pitman HS 9-3pm
No School
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
Presidents Day
No School
MFE/ALA Modesto
Central Region officer Interviews
MFE/ALA Modesto
Central Region Officer Interviews
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
National FFA Week National FFA Week National FFA Week
FFA Meeting After School
National FFA Week National FFA Week Central Region CATA/ FFA Meeting Merced College
Ag Boosters Dinner
28 29
March 2016
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. 1 2 3 4 5
UC Davis Field Day Job Interview/ Parli Pro
UC Davis Field Day
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
SLE SLE SLE SLE Chico Field Day
13 14 15 16 17 18 19
Capital Ag Day St. Patrick’s Day
FFA Meeting (Greenhands) After School
Merced Field Day
20 21 22 23 24 25 26
State Degree Ceremony South. Turlock Community Center
SPRING BREAK
March 25-April 3
Regional Parli Pro Contest MJC
27 28 29 30 31
Easter
April 2016
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. 1 2
Modesto Field Day
3 4 5 6 7 8 9
Merced/ Mariposa Section Interviews @ Livingston
10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Merced/ Mariposa Section CATA Mtg @ Livingston 4 pm
FFA Meeting @ Lunch
Chapter Officer Applications go out
Prom
17 18 19 20 21 22 23
State Speaking Finals
State Parli Pro Finals
Fresno State Field Day
State FFA Conference
24 25 26 27 28 29 30
State FFA Conference
State FFA Conference
May Day Fair
State FFA Conference
May Day Fair
May Day Fair
May Day Fair
May Day Fair
BC FFA Clay Shoot
May Day Fair
May 2016
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Chapter Officer Applications Due
State Finals State FFA Judging Finals Cal Poly
8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Mothers Day Chapter Officer interviews
15 16 17 18 19 20 21
Chowchilla Fair Chowchilla Fair Chowchilla Fair
American Degree Tulock 3:30
Chowchilla Fair Chowchilla Fair Chowchilla Fair
22 23 24 25 26 27 28
Chowchilla Fair Chapter Officer Voting
End of the Year Banquet Script Practice
End of the Year Banquet BC Theater 6 pm
29 30 31
Memorial Day
June 2016
Sun. Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. 1 2 3 4
Merced Fair Set UP
5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Merced Fair Merced Fair Merced Fair Merced Fair Merced Fair Merced Fair Merced Fair
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Merced Fair POA Trip
19 20 21 22 23 24 25
CATA Summer Conference
Father’s Day
CATA Summer Conference
CATA Summer Conference
CATA Summer Conference
CATA Summer Conference
26 27 28 29 30
Chapter Officer Retreat
Chapter Officer Retreat
Chapter Officer Retreat
Mission & Strategies FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agriculture education To accomplish this mission, FFA: Develops competent and assertive agriculture leadership.
Increases awareness of the global and technological importance of agriculture and its contribution to our
well-being.
Strengthens the confidence of agriculture students in themselves and their work
Promotes the intelligent choice and establishment of an agriculture career.
Encourages achievement in supervised agriculture experience programs.
Encourages wise management of economic, environmental and human resources of the community.
Develops interpersonal skills in teamwork, communications, human relations, and social interaction.
Builds character and promotes citizenship, volunteerism and patriotism.
Promotes cooperation and cooperative attitudes among all people
Promotes healthy lifestyles.
Encourage excellence in scholarship.
The Agriculture Education Mission
The mission of Agriculture Education is to promote leadership, personal growth and prepare and support individuals for careers, while developing knowledge for the food, fiber, and natural resource systems.
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2015-2016 Chapter Goals I. Retention of membership
Faculty appreciation lunch FFA scrapbook updated monthly Elect class representatives to join the executive team and report to classes Hold a plant sale
II. Recruitment
a. Elect class representatives to be extension of executive team in every class. Meet monthly b. Social Networking: Chapter Instagram, Chapter Facebook, Chapter Twitter c. Recruitment video to go along with theme to show during advisory d. 8th grade presentation – Ag day at Junior High e. Conduct a “Bring a Friend” meeting f. “link crew” officers pair with leadership class members and have a “case load” of students g. Promote t-shirt and sweatshirt sales to all members. Incentives to buy. h. Construct recruitment board and display at activities and recruitment events
III. Communications/ Publicity/ Promotion a. Bulletin message (make sure advisors announce in each classroom) b. Completion and maintenance of the Buhach Colony FFA Web page c. Frequent articles in media outlets!! d. New Horizons article (submit chapter scoop 3 mo. in advance) e. Posters, Posters, Posters….wearing shirts, f. Lunchtime activities on days when FFA meetings are after school or in the evening g. Take more pictures of events h. Update “D” academy window and message board monthly i. Showcase more members for achievements j. Include members in the completion of articles for newspaper and newsletter k. Award a student of the quarter in each subject area l. Sandwich board/ walking posters to advertise meetings and activities m. LINK crew- adopt a freshman n. Maintain an FFA Facebook page
IV. Community Service
a. Business of the Month b. Participate in a Teach Ag Day; Farm 2 U c. Sponsor canned food drives d. Operation Christmas e. Volunteer time at Senior Center f. Toys for Tots/Coats for kids g. Petting Zoo/Ag Day at local elementary schools h. Serving food to local food for the homeless agencies i. Sponsoring a family for the holidays j. Relay For Life
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Participation in State and National Activities 1. The Chapter will submit at least 10 State FFA Degree applications each year. 2. The Chapter will submit at least one American FFA Degree application each year. 3. The Chapter will submit at least one Regional Proficiency Awards application each year. 4. The chapter will participate in several state contests. Our chapter will send both judging and
leadership teams to Fresno, and Cal Poly to participate in their respective contests. 5. The Chapter will submit news articles to Regional, State, and National Publications. 6. The Chapter will invite Sectional, Regional, State, and National FFA Officers to speak at Chapter
Functions. 7. The Chapter members will compete at the Cal Expo in Sacramento if funding is available. 8. The Chapter will send two voting delegates to the California FFA Association State Leadership
Conference. 9. The Chapter Advisor shall select the two delegates, giving preference to 10th and 11th grade
members. Members will be selected based on their participation. 10. The Chapter will apply for the National Chapter Award at both the state and national levels.
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Finance Economics
As a Self-supporting non-profit organization, the Finance/Economics Committee is very important to the success of our Chapter.
The Chapter earns money in various ways in order to finance different FFA events and activities
through out the year. Some of those activities include:
• Tri-Tip Roast Take-out • Golf Tournament • Fashion Show
• Cow Chip Bingo
• Sadie Hawkins Dance
• Sporting Clay Tournament
• Fishing Tournament
• Plant Sale
• Other Fund-raisers as Needed
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Cooperation 1. The Chapter will develop a sense of cooperation among the entire membership.
A. The Buhach Colony Chapter will cooperate with other chapters by: 1. Participating in Sectional, Regional, State, and National activities 2. Hosting Sectional activities when needed.
B. The Chapter will participate in community cooperation. 1. The Buhach Colony FFA Chapter in cooperation with local elementary schools in conducting
a traveling animal nursery to acquaint young children with livestock and the FFA. 2. The Buhach Colony FFA Chapter will conduct a presentation to eighth grade students, at
local junior highs to recruit for membership.
C. Members exhibiting at fairs will cooperate together and compete as a team. D. Buhach Colony FFA members will cooperate with other youth groups on campus.
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Community Service To develop in FFA members an attitude of service to the community in which they live, is the objective of community service. The Chapter will develop a sense of community service among the entire membership. The Chapter will conduct Blood Drives during the Fall and Spring annually. Our Chapter will participate in the Operation Christmas Program as well as conduct a canned food drive
during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays to provide help for the needy in the community and in the world.
Business of the Month
Farm 2 U
Operation Christmas
Ag day at Bellevue School Coats for kids (school wide competition?)
Serve food for various homeless help agencies or Poverello House/ Salvation Army/ D Street Shelter
Plant A Tree - Earth Day
Relay For Life
Floral project arrangement sale/ Greenhouse plant sale
Welding/Woodshop custom built projects
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Public Relations
The purpose of public relations is to inform the general public and our own chapter members about the activities of our local chapter as well as the overall benefits to the FFA. BC FFA Website: www.buhachcolonyffa.org BC FFA Monthly Newsletter:
“The Thunder Rumble” distributed for pick up at various locations around the community including: Tractor Supply, Baskin Robins, Sub Shop, Boot Barn and Envy
FFA Week.
1. Use various forms of media to keep the public informed during FFA week. 2. Conduct activities every day during FFA Week. 3. Encourage members to wear their FFA jackets, or other FFA apparel during FFA Week.
Media
1. Publish and provide a monthly newsletter. 2. Regularly update social media accounts: Twitter, Facebook and Instagram 3. Select and honor a Buhach Colony FFA member of the month from each grade level to the local
newspaper 4. Submit other articles concerning FFA activities and contest results to local newspapers. 5. The Buhach Colony Chapter will regularly submit news articles to the FFA New Horizons publications.
The Buhach Colony FFA will Also:
1. Select worthy persons as Honorary Chapter Farmers. 2. Recognized worthy individuals to receive Certificates of Appreciation. 3. Have members display FFA signs at their residence. 4. Provide community advertisement by selling placemat ads. 5. Conduct a special Ceremony for the recipients of Greenhand/Chapter Farmer degree. 6. Sponsor a parent/member banquet. 7. Maintain a Chapter Scrapbook. 8. Hold Chamber of Commerce and other service club presentations. 9. Get involved with community service programs such as
“Friends Helping Friends,” at the Merced County Fair 10. Select a Business of the Month for each month of the school year and display a banner for that month at
the place of business.
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Social Media. Staying Connected to BCHS FFA
The Buhach Colony FFA chapter can be found on a number of different popular social media outlets as well as their won chapter website. To contact any of the FFA Advisors, be reminded
of important dates and informaiton or to stay connected with the activities, events and award recognitions associated with the Buhach Colony FFA and its members, including picture,
please visit us on the following:
Instagram: buhach_colony_ffa
Twitter: @bchsffa
Facebook: Buhach Colony FFA
Our Website: www.buhachcolonyffa.org
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Membership Development The mission of the Buhach Colony FFA Chapter and the Agriculture Department is to lead, assists, and motivate the members of the FFA in providing high quality Agriculture education that is equitable and efficient; that prepares students for higher education, employment, and citizenship; and promote students intellectual, ethical, and cultural growth. To accomplish this aim the Buhach Colony FFA Chapter conducts many activities throughout the year to improve the membership as a whole.
• We will conduct leadership training sessions as a part of chapter meetings • The advisors will teach Parliamentary Procedure as a regular part of the classroom instruction. • Chapter members will have an opportunity to develop responsibility by serving as Chapter
Committee Chairpersons. • Promote the development of strong SOE programs to serve as a roadmap for project
development and to help members establish short or long range project goals. • Teach students to have pride in the FFA organization and the Buhach Colony FFA by dressing
official uniform for all official FFA activities. • Chapter members are encouraged to exhibit their pride of the FFA by wearing a FFA jacket
and/or FFA apparel to school. • The Officers will conduct a freshmen orientation at the beginning of the school year. • Creation of a “link crew” where chapter officers and members of the leadership class obtain a
“case load” of students from Ag classes to keep them informed on activities/events and to provide mentor services to.
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Alumni Relations
1. The Chapter will encourage graduating seniors to keep membership affiliation for the year.
A. As graduate members, the Chapter will encourage these members to:
1. Exhibit at fairs until eligibility expires 2. Apply for advanced degrees such as the American FFA Degree 3. Apply for Proficiency Awards in their SOE area. 4. Continue an active role in participation in local activities 5. Attend all Chapter meeting
2. The Chapter will utilize the expertise of Alumni Members when needed by the chapter.
A. To help coach judging teams B. To act as judging in local contests, if needed. C. To assist in money raising activities such as ad sales or helping with BBQs, etc. D. Provide facilities for student SOE projects.
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Scholarship The chapter will encourage students to strive for academic excellence. 1. Improve scholarship of FFA members in all subjects
A. Encourage members to strive for C.S.F. standards B. Strive to have all FFA members on the honor roll C. Awards points on the Chapter Point Awards system for good grades D. Require that all Chapter Officers maintain at least a B in all agriculture classes. E. Members participating in competition events shall not fall below a C or 2.0 average on a 4.0
scale or have less than a C in any Agriculture class. Eligibility for all competitive events will be suspended if any of the above shall occur.
2. Will strive to improve home reading and library use.
A. Encourage each member to subscribe and read at least one agriculture publication. B. Encourage each member to use school and county libraries for agriculture research projects.
3. Will encourage Seniors to apply for scholarships available to them in order to continue their
education. A. Twelfth grade members are encouraged to apply for the Bloss, Fancher, Winton Grange, Farm
Bureau, Merced/Mariposa Cattlemens MMCA, and Elks Scholarship, which are available to local students.
B. Twelfth grade members are encouraged to apply for any scholarships, which are available to them for the school they are planning to attend.
C. Twelfth grade chapter members are encouraged to talk with their counselors about other scholarships, which may be available to them as a result of their parent’s affiliation with a lodge or places of employment.
4. The Merit Award Certificate will be awarded the California FFA Foundation Award partly
based on his/her academic.
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Chapter Officer Application
Buhach Colony FFA Officer Application
This Application is Due ________________________ Interview Date is- - after school
Please turn your completed application in to Mrs. VonAllman Applicants Name:___________________ `_____________________ Address:______________ ___ _____ City:_______________ Zip:____________ Telephone:_____________________ Email: Parents Name:_________________________________________ Grade in School:__________________ Age:______________ Current Degree Held: Greenhand, Chapter FFA, State FFA Degree, No Degree Held (Circle One) Office Applying For: Place number on the line for the position you wish to apply for order according to your preference. Please select your top three choices.(Example: if your first choice for office is Secretary and your second choice is treasurer, place a 1 next to Secretary and a 2 next to treasurer). _____ President _____ Vice President _____ Secretary _____ Reporter _____ Treasurer _____ Sentinel _____ Historian Have you EVER been academically ineligible? YES / NO Has your grade EVER been below a “C” in ANY of your Ag classes since being in high school? YES/NO List the reasons why you want to be a chapter officer. ______________________________________________
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Why did you choose your number one office? __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________
Will you enroll in the Ag Leadership Class? YES / NO (Circle one) If no, why?_______________________
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What other activities are you planning on being involved with next year other than FFA / Ag? For example, are
you planning on playing sports, jazz, choir, etc…?
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List your leadership qualities that would be a benefit to your Chapter:
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Future Plans (College, Career, etc.)_____________________________________________________________
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What have you contributed to Buhach Colony FFA in the last year? (Committees, fundraisers, helped out, etc).
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What will be your number one goal as a Chapter Officer?____________________________________________
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You must include with this application ONE letter of recommendation from a personal reference (non ag.
teacher, non family member)
YOU AND YOUR PARENT MUST SIGN THE FOLLOWING PAGE
TURN THIS IN TO MRS. VON ALLMAN NO LATER THAN ___________________________
SIGN-UP FOR AN INTERVIEW ON ______________________ WITH MRS. VON ALLMAN
YOU MAY NOT SIGN UP FOR AN INTERVIEW TIME UNTIL YOUR APPLICATION IS TURNED IN
Interview Date is _________________________after school
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Statement of Commitment To be an officer in the Buhach Colony FFA you must be willing to make a true commitment. It will take many hours of your time, working in harmony with the Chapter Advisors and the rest of the
officer team to fulfill your responsibility in service to the Chapter. You must work, as a member of a “leadership team,” realizing that all Officers are of equal importance and that each must fulfill his/her
specific duties as spelled out in the chapter constitution. “As an officer, I realize that I will be responsible for establishing the Calendar of Activities for the
year and will make the commitment to attend all functions set forth in that calendar. I understand that attending the Chapter and Regional Leadership Conferences is mandatory for me to attend as a Buhach Colony FFA Officer. I also realize that on occasion things will be added to the calendar as
the year progresses and I will also agree to participate in those activities as well.” If you cannot make a 100% commitment to the Chapter, you should not consider applying for an
officer position in the Buhach Colony FFA Chapter. DO YOU AGREE TO UPHOLD THE FULL RESPONSIBILITIES OF YOUR DUTIES AND PROVIDE A FULL
COMMITMENT TO THE BUHACH COLONY FFA. YES NO
DO YOU AGREETO RESIGN YOUR OFFICE IF YOU DO NOT FULFILL YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES?
YES NO If elected to Chapter Office, I agree to fulfill all of my duties and responsibilities as described above and outlined in article V, sections A through I of the Buhach Colony FFA Chapter Constitution. APPLICANTS SIGNATURE: _____________________________ DATE: ____________ As a parent of a Buhach Colony Chapter Officer, I understand that my/our son/daughter is taking on a commitment that requires much time and effort. He/she will need my/our support and understanding when it comes to spending a considerable amount of time involved with the FFA Chapter Activities. I realize that through his/her involvement my son/daughter will have the opportunity to gain valuable leadership skills that he/she will take with him/her through his/her life. I also understand that my election in to office will be based on my performance in three different categories (the application, interview and member votes). I will be ranked in each category and given a points value for each ranking. Upon completion of the voting, the Ag Department staff will meet to add the total points for each person in each category to determine a final slate into officer positions. If my son/daughter is elected to Chapter Office, I agree to support him/her in fulfilling all of his/her duties and responsibilities as described above and outlined in article V, section A through I of the Buhach Colony FFA Chapter Constitution. PARENT SIGNATURE: _______________________________ DATE: _____________
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Defining Leadership
Leadership is the ability to guide or influence others to work towards a meaningful goal while helping each to develop themselves as a group member. Leadership is the ability in a well adjusted person to handle people, to inspire or to influence the actions of others, to make decisions or to move a group to actions. Leadership is a contribution to the establishment and attainment of group processes. Therefor, leadership is a quality of group actions.
Public Speaking • Prepared Public Speaking • Extemporaneous Public Speaking • Creed Speaking • Parliamentary Procedure • Opening/Closing Ceremonies • Job Interview Committees • Every member on at least on
committee or involved in some kind of activity
• Select three class representatives to serve on the executive committee
• Select Chapter members as chairpersons for committees
• Select POA Committee Chairpersons
Degrees and Awards • Encourage every member to apply
for Greenhand/Chapter degrees • Encourage every qualified member
to apply for the State/American Degrees
• Encourage member to apply for Chapter, Region, and State Proficiency Awards
Officer Training • Leadership Training Conference for
all officers • Sectional and Regional Officer
Training • Assist the President to attend the
National FFA Convention • Made for Excellence • Greenhand Conference • Advanced Fall Leadership Training
Meetings • Conduct meetings in an orderly
manner through the use of Parli-Pro • Have regularly scheduled Executive
Meetings • Encourage every member to attend
all Chapter meetings • Send delegates to all Sectional,
Regional, State, and National Conferences
Offices • Encourage local members to run for
Local, Sectional, Regional, and State offices
• Invites Sectional, Regional, and State Officers to speak to our chapter.
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Membership: Event Committees
Relay For Life: Chairmen: Tiffanie Underwood & Ross May Co-Chairmen: Jose Medina, Shannon Stalnaker Member Committee: Gianna Pareira FFA Week: Chairmen: Entire Officer Team Co-Chairmen: Brittany Perry
Member Committee: Bailey Malone, Morgan Malone, Cheyenne Brown, Gianna Pareira, Courtney Bradley, Cheyenne Rojas
Recruitment: Chairmen: Jose Medina III, Ross May, Madison Homen, Madison Murphy Fundraisers: Golf Tournament: Chairmen: Stephanie Stewart & Madison Homen Co-Chairmen: Kristina Ramos, Danny Furtado Member Committee: Brian Novoa, Breanna Marcelino, Camille Silvera Sadie’s Dance: Chairmen: Madison Murphy & Madison Homen Co-Chairmen: Madyson Paschall, Danny Furtado Member Committee: Gianna Pariera, Samantha Padilla, Kristina Ramos, Brian Novoa Fashion Show: Chairmen: Tiffanie Underwood & Abigail Douglas Co-Chairmen: Shannon Stalnaker, Courtney Bradley Member Committee: Cheyenne Brown Cow Chip Bingo: Chairmen: Jose Medina & Michaela Clark Co-Chairmen: Sadie Montague, Courtney Bradley Member Committee: Camille Silvera, Bailey Malone, Brianna Marcelino Tri-Tip BBQ: Chairmen: Stephanie Stewart & Michaela Clark Co-Chairmen: Abigail Douglas Member Committee: Brittany Perry Clay Shoot: Chairmen: Maggie Ross May & Jose Medina Co-Chairmen: Max Strube Member Committee: Morgan Malone, Bailey Malone, Cheyenne Rojas Operation Christmas: Chairmen: Jose Median III & Ross May Co-Chairmen: Shannon Stalnaker Member Committee: Bailey Malone, Morgan Malone, Cheyenne Rojas Madyson Paschall
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The FFA Creed
I believe in the future of agriculture, with a faith born not of words but of deeds-achievements won by the present and past generations of agriculturists; in the promise of better days through better ways, even as the better thing we now enjoy have come to us from the struggles of former years. I believe that to live and work on a good farm, or to be engages in other agricultural pursuits, is pleasant as well as challenging for I know the joys and discomforts of agricultural life and hold an inborn fondness for those associations which, even in hour of discouragement, I cannot deny. I believe in leadership from ourselves and respect from others. I believe in my own ability to work efficiently and think clearly, with such knowledge and skill as I can secure, and in ability of progressive agriculturists to serve out own and the public interest in producing and marketing the product of our toil. I believe in less dependence on begging and more power in bargaining; in the life abundant and enough honest wealth to make it so-for others as well as myself; in less need to charity and more of it when needed; in being happy myself and playing square with those whose happiness depends upon me. I believe that America agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of out national life and that I can exert an influence in my home and community which will stand solid for my part in the inspiring task. -E.M. Tiffany
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Emblem The National FFA emblem consisting of five symbols, is a representative of the history, goals, and future of the organization. As a whole, the emblem covers the broad spectrum of the FFA and agriculture. Each element within the emblem has unique significance. The Cross Section of the Ear of Corn provides the foundation of the emblem, just as corn has historically served as the foundation crop of America in every state of the nation. The Rising Sun signifies progress and hold a promise that tomorrow will bring a new day, glowing with opportunity. The Plow signifies labor and tillage of the soil, the backbone of agriculture and the historic foundation of our country’s strength. The Eagle is a national symbol, which serves as a reminder of our freedom and ability to explore new horizons for future of agriculture. The Owl, long recognized for its wisdom, symbolized the knowledge required to be successful in the industry of agriculture. The words “AGRICULTURE EDUCATION” are emblazoned in the center to signify the combination of learning and leadership necessary for progressive agriculture.
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Colors and Motto Colors
As the blue field of our nation’s flag and the golden fields of ripened corn unify our country, the FFA colors of NATIONAL BLUE and CORN GOLD give unity to our national organizations. All FFA functions and paraphernalia should be proudly display the colors.
Motto
The FFA motto gives members twelve short words to live by as they experience the opportunities in the organization. By memorizing these words, we carry with us the backbone of the FFA.
The FFA Motto is:
Learning to do Doing to learn Earning to live Living to serve
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Official Dress
A. Official Dress: Required for all students participating in FFA leadership activities, contests, events, etc…
The uniform worn by FFA members at the local, state, and National functions is called Official Dress. It provides identity and gives a distinctive and recognizable image to the organization. Female members are to wear a black skirt, white blouse, with official FFA blue scarf, black shoes and jacket zipped to the top. Black slacks may be worn for traveling and outdoor activities such as judging contests and camping. Official dress for male members is black slacks, white shirts, official tie, black shoes, black socks and official jacket zipped to the top. The Official Dress for members who are exhibiting livestock at fairs and shows shall be white pants, white shirts, official FFA tie/scarf, black shoes, belt and the official FFA jacket zipped to the top.
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Proper Use of the Jacket Proper Use of the Jacket The FFA jacket is the most recognizable symbol of the organization. As a member, one of your responsibilities is to ensure its proper use. Specific guidelines are outlined below. 1. The jacket is to be worn only by members. 2. The jacket should be kept clean and neat. 3. The back of the jacket includes only: a large official FFA emblem, the name of the state association, and the
name of the local chapter, district, or area. The front of thee jacket includes only: a small official FFA emblem, the name of the individual, one office or honor and the year of the office or honor.
4. The jacket should be worn on official occasions with the zipper fastened to the top. The collar should be turned down and the cuffs buttoned.
5. The jacket should be worn by members and officers on all official FFA occasions, as well as other occasions where the chapter or state association is represented. It may be worn to school and other appropriate places.
6. The jacket should only be worn to places that are appropriate for members to visit. 7. School letters and insignias of other organizations should not be attached to or worn on the jacket. 8. When the jacket becomes faded and worn, it should be discarded or the emblems and lettering should be
removed. 9. The emblems and lettering should be removed if the jacket is sold to a non-member. 10. A member should act professionally when wearing the official FFA jacket. 11. Members should refrain from use of tobacco and alcohol while wearing the FFA jacket or officially
representing the organization 12. All chapter degrees, offices, and award medals should be worn beneath the name of the right side of the
jacket, with the exception that a single State FFA Degree charm or American FFA Degree Key should be worn above the name or attached to a standard key chain. No more than three medals should be worn on the jacket. These should represent the highest degree earned, the highest office held, and the highest award earned by the member.
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Conduct of Meetings
Hold regular meetings that are well planned for the general Chapter interest and participation.
B. Have weekly Chapter Officer Meetings C. Have regular month Chapter Meetings D. Call special meetings when necessary E. Conduct regular Executive Meetings in order to maintain solid Chapter communications F. Prepare a well planned program before meetings G. Provide refreshments for Chapter Meetings H. Have frequent and informative committee reports I. Invite parents and the community leaders to the Chapter Meeting J. The duty of the Sentinel is to set the proper paraphernalia out for the Chapter Meeting and to
help the President in maintaining order. K. The goal of the Chapter is to have a least 50% attendance at each Chapter Meeting L. Have an activity after every Chapter Meeting
Special Meetings should be held as necessary
A. A special Ceremony meeting will be held for the Greenhand/Chapter FFA Degree recipients. B. A very special Awards Banquet will be held in May to wrap up the year.
The official ceremonies will be used at all meetings
A. All officers are required to learn their part. B. The officers will wear the official uniform at all meetings C. The necessary paraphernalia will be used at all meetings.
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Supervised Occupational Experience 1. The Chapter will encourage all members to maintain a Supervised Occupation Experience Program. Some
examples of a S.O.E.P.’s are:
Raising a Market Lamb Poultry Raising a Breeding Sheep Rabbits Raising a Market Steer Specialty Animals Raising a Beef/Dairy Raising Goats
Replacement Heifer Equine Science Raising a Market Hog Work Experience * Raising Breeding Swine * Wood and Metal projects for fairs * Small engines * Floral Design
2. The Chapter will also encourage members to compete at fairs and shows with their S.O.E.P.’s 3. Members are encourage to apply for Local, Regional, and State proficiency awards. 4. Members are encouraged to apply for advanced degrees such as: State FFA Degree and the American
Farmer Degree. 5. Members are encouraged to compete in the Local and Sectional project competition. 6. Members are required to follow their projects Advisor’s recommendations concerning their S.O.E.P 7. Members are encouraged to strive to improve and develop their S.O.E.P each year.
A. Encourage members to develop skills within their S.O.E.P through participation in the appropriate judging team.
B. Members are encouraged to attend demonstrations, breeding shows and equipment shows which will enable them to increase their efficiency and knowledge of their S.O.E.P
8. Members are encouraged to provide support and help their fellow Chapter members. For example, provide pen for students living in town to house their animal.
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General Rules & Guidelines for Buhach Colony FFA Exhibitors
1. To be eligible to exhibit at any fair, each student must maintain a 2.0 (C) average in all classes with no more that one F, and no F’s or D’s in any B.C. Agriculture Class at any time during the project period. The eligibility list posted after the end of each grading period will be the document used to determine student eligibility. According to Board policy, you cannot participate in a school activity (competition) if your name is on the last ineligibility list, received prior to the activity. The eligibility period for the Chowchilla Fair will be based on the 3rd quarter grade. Eligibility for Merced Fair will be based on the Final course grade posted. If a student becomes ineligible for any reason, he/she will lose their privilege to exhibit at any fair with the Buhach Colony FFA.
2. Buhach Colony FFA will participate at Chowchilla and Merced Fair, and any other exhibition will be up to the discretion of the Buhach Colony FFA Advisors and the Buhach Colony Agriculture Department Advisory Board each year.
3. All exhibitors are to follow directions and advice provided by the designated advisor for their species. The advisor’s directions are to be followed for the entire length of the project period for eligibility to show, and during fairs where the project is being exhibited.
4. FFA members are required to obtain their homework from all teachers in advance and prior to any absence related to any FFA activity.
5. All rules and regulations of Buhach Colony High School will apply to students who participate at fairs and competitions. FFA activities fall under the Merced Union High School District guidelines and are considered as a school activity.
6. Each exhibitor must read and understand the rules and regulations in the Fair’s premium book and heifer replacement program literature.
7. Each exhibitor is required to be responsible for feeding, watering, grooming and supervising their project animal(s) for the entire length of the fair.
8. Each exhibitor is required to serve barn duties as assigned and as specified by the advisors. 9. All FFA exhibitors will be required to wear an official FFA uniform while showing their own animals or
helping others in the ring. FFA uniforms: Boys – White pants, white shirt (collar/button), FFA tie, official FFA jacket and appropriate shoes. Girls – White pants, white shirt/blouse (collar/button), FFA scarf, official FFA jacket and appropriate shoes.
10. All FFA exhibitors are to attend the awards program in official dress, above the waist at every fair. 11. All market animals and replacement heifer exhibitors are expected to solicit buyers for their project
animals prior to the fair.
12. All sale animal exhibitors are required to write Thank You letters to the buyers and have FFA record book(s) up to date prior to the completion of the project.
13. All exhibitors must attend assigned meetings by the designated advisor unless prior arrangements have been made.
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14. The advisor of any species will have the authority to take disciplinary action necessary toward any student that fails to comply with the FFA or school rules.
15. All exhibitors must attend a minimum 4 FFA meetings per year and participate in at least two
fundraisers to be eligible to exhibit at any fair.
16. All deposits for livestock are non-refundable.
17. Each exhibitor must provide the advisor with a self-addressed stamped envelope including his or her Thank you letter. The advisor will mail all Thank you letters.
18. No student is allowed to stay overnight on the Fairgrounds at any County Fair (ie…Tent / RV / etc…).
Students will not be supervised by an Ag. Instructor overnight at County Fairs.
Please read these general rules and discuss them with your son or daughter. Sign and return the form to us either by mail or send it back to school with your son or daughter. If you have any questions, please feel free to talk to any of the advisors. Phone: 357-6623 Buhach Colony Agriculture Department P.O. Box 753 Atwater, CA 95301 ………………………………….. ……………… Student Signature Date …………………………………. ………………. Parent Signature Date ………………………………….. ………………. Advisor’s Signature Date
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2015-2016 Buhach Colony FFA Budget
Expenses Relay For Life 300 Golf Tournament 5000 Postage 200 Greenhand/Chapter Awards 500 Sporting Clay Tournament Awards 1000 End of Year Awards Ceremony 2000 Meeting Expenses 2000 Straw/ Bedding 500 Sectional Dues 175 POA Trip 700 Sadie Hawkins Dance 500 Entry Fees (Field Days, Conventions, Fairs) 9000 Supplies 1000 BBQ Expenses 2000 Fashion Show 3000 Leadership Conferences 5000 --------------------------- $32,875 Income Golf Tournament 8800 Clay Tournament 4000 Sadie Hawkins Dance 1700 Fair Premiums 250 Shavings/Straw Reimbursement 500 BBQ Sales 3500 Ag Boosters Donations 10000 Fashion Show 6500 Leadership Conference Reimbursement 2500 Misc. Donations 700 ------------------------ $38,450
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Market Lamb Project Plan Sheet MARKET LAMB Cost of animal $ 350.00 Feed (gains & hay) 120.00 Veterinary (shots & wormer) 5.00 Supplies (soap, polish, etc.) 20.00 Straw (bedding home & fair) 10.00 _________ TOTAL ACUTAL EXPENSE $505.00 The chapter will provide all other fitting equipment that is needed. TOTAL EXPENSE $505.00 TOTAL ESTIMATED RECIPTS $550.00 ESTIAMTED NET PROFIT $45.00 Supplies and other things needed at fair
• Towels • Halter • Feed for week • Show Uniform • FFA Jacket
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Market Hog Project Plan Sheet ESTIMATED RECIPTS: Sale of main product 240 lb. Market hog at 2.00/lb. = $480.00 TOTAL EST. RECEPITS $480.00 ESTIMATED EXPENSES: Project Feeder pig $180.00- 250.00 Feed (Barrel - $67.50 x2.) 135.00 Supplies (mineral oil, alovera) 10.00 Medications (B-12, De-wormer) 10.00 Insurance 15.00 Suppliments 50.00 Total 470.00 EQUIPMENT YOU MUST HAVE FOR A MARKET HOG PROJECT These items will be used for all four years. EQUIPMENT COST Show cane $8.00 Rice brush 7.00 Soft nylon brush 7.00 Small spray bottle 3.00 Show box 50.00 Total 75.00 55
Dairy Replacement Heifer Project Plan Sheet
Expenses: Cost of animal: $ 1000.00 (18-19 months old) Feed: $ 360.00 (4-6 months at $60.00 a month) Veterinary: $ 40.00 (shots and medicine) Equipment: Rope halter: $ 5.00 Show halter: $ 35.00 Bucket and brush: $ 20.00
Receipts: Sale of Heifer: $1800.00 Fair Premium: $ 20.00 Total Receipt: $1820.00
Other Expenses
Entrees fees and straw will vary according to the different fairs. Cost of straw during the time of each fair will also determine the cost of straw. (Approximately $10.00-$15.00 at each fair.)
Total Expense: $1465.00 Total Income: $1820.00 Net Income: $ 355.00
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Beef Replacement Heifer Project Plan Sheet
Expenses: Cost of animal: $ 1000.00 (9-10 months old) Feed: $ 400.00 (4-24 months at $24.00 a month) Veterinary: $ 50.00 (shots and medicine) Equipment: Rope halter: $ 5.00 Show halter: $ 35.00 Bucket and brush: $ 30.00
Receipts: Sale of Heifer: $2000.00 Fair Premium: $ 20.00 Total Receipt: $2020.00
Other Expenses
Entrees fees and straw will vary according to the different fairs. Cost of straw during the time of each fair will also determine the cost of straw. (Approximately $10.00-$15.00 at each fair.)
Total Expense: $1520.00 Total Income: $2020.00 Net Income: $ 500.00
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Market Steer Project Plan Sheet Total Estimated Expenses Cost of Steer 1000.00 Feed 800.00 Supplies 160.00 Veterinary 30.00 ____________________________________ TOTAL 1990.00 Estimated Receipts Sale of Main Product 1250 lb. steer at 1.60 /cwt. $2000.00 Total est. Receipts $2000.00 Expenses $1990.00
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Meat Goat Project Plan Sheet MEAT GOAT Cost of animal $ 300.00 Feed (gains & hay) 100.00 Veterinary (shots & wormer) 5.00 Supplies (soap, polish, etc.) 20.00 Straw (bedding home & fair) 10.00 _________ TOTAL ACUTAL EXPENSE $435.00 The chapter will provide all other fitting equipment that is needed. TOTAL EXPENSE $435.00 TOTAL ESTIMATED RECIPTS $480.00 ESTIAMTED NET PROFIT $45.00 Supplies and other things needed at fair
• Show Chain • Towels • Feed for week • Show Uniform (whites/ FFA jacket)
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Point Award System
The top Thirty individuals on the Point Award System will receive an award at the annual Awards Banquet in May, and will be eligible to participate in the achievement trip to the water slides. Points are tabulated according to the following system. * star next to any points means you can only receive these points in May Leadership 1.Greenhand Degree (month awarded) 15 2.Star Greenhand 30 3.Chapter FFA Degree (month awarded) 30 4.Star Chapter Farmer 60 5.State FFA Degree (application submitted) 50 6.State FFA Degree (month awarded 100 7.Star Sectional Farmer 50 8.Star Regional Farmer 75 9.Star State Farmer 100 10.Officers Greenhand Officer 50 Chapter Officer 100 Sectional Officer 65 Regional Officer 75 State Officer 100 Application process completed for any office but 25 not elected. Mettings/ Conferences Attendance at each chapter meeting 25 Representing the chapter at sectional meetings 15 Representing the chapter at regional meetings 20 Representing the chapter at state meetings 25/per day As delegate add 20 points per day Representing the chapter at national meetings 25/per day State Conference 25/per day MFE/ALA/Greenhand Conference 40 Class Representative 25 Fundraising 12. Chairman Over-all chairman (upon completion of report) 35 Sub-committee chairman 15 13. Committee, Chapter, and community service work 5/per hour 14. FFA member of the month (month awarded) 20 15. For each article printed in school, town, or FFA paper written by an FFA member (excludes the chapter reporter) approved by the adviser 50 16. Sponsor/Donation 1/per $ raised
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II. Supervised Occupational Experience Program 1. Each approved enterprise (each project) 20
*2. Each 10 hours of labor on ownership enterprise (max 150pts. Per year)(Must be verified by record book) 2 *3. Each 10 hours on non-ownership work experience (max 150pts. Per year) (Must be verified by record book) 2 4. Project Competition a. Local competition 30 b. Sectional competition 20 1. Gold award winner 60 2. Silver award winner 20 3. Merit award winner 40 4. Division I/II outstanding proj. 50
5. Exhibition at Fairs and shows (Double points for State Fairs) a. Each animal exhibited at the fair Livestock 20 OH or rabbits 5 Mechanics Small 5 Medium 15 Large 40 b. First award ribbon 15 c. Second award ribbon 10 d. Third award ribbon 5 e. FFA Champion 30 f. FFA Reserve Champion 20 g. Breed champion 15 h. Reserve Grand Champion 40 i. Grand Champion 50 j. Showmanship participation 15 First place 30 Second place 25 Third place 20 Fourth place 15 Fifth place 10 Final Round Participation 5 Round Robin Participation 20 Round Robin winner 50 (2nd- 40, 3rd-30, 4th-20,5th-10, 6th-5) k. Outstanding Project 50
l.Any other special award or recognition 15
III. Scholarship (January, first semester) 1. 4.0 or higher* 25 2. 3.5-3.99* 20 3. 3.0-3.49* 15 4. 2.5-2.99* 10
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IV. Judging Contest 1. Participation 25 Placing: Individual First high overall 50 Team 50 Second high overall 45 Team 45 Third high overall 40 Team 40 Fourth high overall 35 Team 35 Fifth high overall 30 Team 30 Sixth high overall 25 Team 25 Seventh high overall 20 Team 20 Eighth high overall 15 Team 15 Ninth high overall 10 Team 10 Tenth high overall 5 Team 5 Top 5 placing in any/each sub contest 5 Team 5 Double all the judging team points for state finals (Triple for National Contests)!!! V. Co-op quiz, Public speaking, Parliamentary procedure, Job interview, extemporaneous, creed and opening and closing ceremonies contest. 1. Chapter competition 20 2. Sectional competition 25 3. Regional competition 30 4. State competition 50 5. Outstanding Chair (Opening/Closing, Parli Pro) 25 ( Individual points are the same as Judging team points) VI. National competitions (Participation) 200 VII. Proficiency Awards 1. Local 25 2. Submitting regional application 35 3. Regional State 50 4. National 75 5. Final four 150 VIII. Miscellaneous 2. Wear FFA apparel to school on event day 5/per day 3. After school help, fundraisers, chapter service etc. 5/per hour 4. Display an FFA sign in front of residence 20 5. Own official FFA Jacket* 25 6. Purchase FFA T-shirt*/sweatshirt* 15/20 If two or more people have the same amount of points the following tie breakers will be used!!
1. Total attendance at meetings 2. Overall
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Chapter Constitution
Constitution of the Buhach Colony FFA Chapter
Established September 2001 Article I: Names and Purposes
Section A. The name of this organization shall be the Buhach Colony Chapter Future
Farmers of America, CA0507
Section B. The Purposes for which this Chapter is formed are as follows:
To improve agriculture conditions and practices in and about Merced County.
To develop agricultural skills or prepare for leadership, cooperative attitudes and rural
responsibility, in individuals preparing to enter an agricultural occupation.
To advance the cause of agriculture education and to encourage the FFA.
FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for:
premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agriculture education.
Article II: Organization
Section A. The Chapter of the Future Farmers of America is a charted local entity of
the Merced-Mariposa Section of the California Association, made up of local members.
Article III: Membership Organization
Section A. Membership in this organization shall be active and honorary.
Section B. Membership is limited to students enrolled in Agriculture Education at Buhach Colony High
School.
Section C. Membership of graduates is limited to students that were active members their Senior year and
graduated from high school.
Section D. The Buhach Colony FFA is a 100% affiliation Chapter with every student
becoming a member of the FFA when they enroll in an Agriculture class.
Section E. No students may participate in any FFA activities unless they are members in good standing.
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Section F. The FFA Advisors at their own discretion have the right to dismiss any
member from the Buhach Colony FFA organization at any time.
Section G. Active work in this chapter shall be carried on by active members.
Section H. Award recipients must attend Chapter Awards banquet to receive any awards.
Article IV: Officers
Section A. All elective Chapter Offices shall hold office for one year after election or
until successors are selected as described in Article IV, Section G.
Section B. Members holding the Greenhand FFA Degree, or higher, are eligible to hold office.
Section C. The chapter officers of the Buhach Colony FFA shall be President, Vice
President, Secretary, Treasurer, Reporter, Sentinel, and any other additional officers deemed
necessary by the nominating committee
Section D. Application for the Chapter office shall be available two weeks prior to
election of officers. All applications will be screened by the nomination committee. The
Nomination Committee will establish a ballot.
Section F. All officers must have at least one actively ongoing SAE project in the FFA.
Section G. Officers which cannot fulfill their duties or who are impeached will be
Replaced by the Officer candidate which ran against them for the office or will be selected by
executive committee and advisors.
Section H. No officer may be impeached without due process as defined in Article VII.
Section I. The Nominating Committee shall nominate candidates for Chapter Offices.
Section J. The Nominating Committee shall be composed of the 12th grade Chapter
Officers and the Chapter Advisor(s); any additional 12th grade members in good standing may be
asked by the advisors to serve on the committee. After reviewing officer applications and
conducting interviews with the prospective officer candidates, the Nominating Committee shall
compose a ballot for the respective offices.
Section K. The time for the election shall be set by the executive Committee, and the Advisors.
Section L. All FFA chapter Officers who fall below a 2.5 grade average in the
Agriculture class(es), or become academically ineligible, will be put on probation for nine week
period. If by the end of the next nine week period, the grade average is not improved to a 2.5 or
above in Agriculture, or does not become academically eligible, they will be replaced by the
manner described in Article IV, Section G.
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Section M. All newly elected Officers are required to attend the Chapter Officer’s
Leadership Conference to be held the summer prior to the school year that they service as an
Officer as well as the Fall Regional Officer Training. Officers not in attendance at the
conference, except for reasons beyond their control, i.e. sever illness, death in the family, will be
replaced in the manner described in Article IV, Section G.
Article V: Duties of Officers
Section A. The duties and responsibilities of Chapter Officer shall be:
1. Attend al Executive Committee, Officer, and Chapter meetings.
2. Attend Chapter, Regional and Sectional Officer Leadership Training Conference
3. Cooperate with Advisors on all activities.
4. Lead by example and act and perform in a manner which is becoming of an FFA Chapter
Officer at all times.
5. Posses willingness to memorize their parts as prescribed in the Official FFA Manual for all
official ceremonies.
6. Have a genuine interest in being part of a leadership TEAM.
7. Be familiar with the Chapter Constitution and Bylaws.
8. Be willing to accept responsibility.
9. Be familiar with Parliamentary Procedure.
10. Must participate in any one of the following: Extemporaneous Speaking, Prepared Speaking,
Parliamentary Procedure, or Job Interview at the Sectional Level.
Section B. The duties and responsibilities of the President shall be:
1. Preside over and conduct meetings according to accepted Parliamentary Procedure.
2. Call special meetings if needed.
3. Keep members on the subject and within time limits.
4. Appoint committees and serve as a non-voting member of them.
5. Call other Offices to the chair as necessary or desirable.
6. Represent the Chapter and speak on occasions.
7. Coordinate Chapter efforts by keeping in close touch with the other Officers and members,
and the Advisors.
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8. Follow up Chapter activities and check on progress being made.
9. Keep Chapter activities moving in a satisfactory manner.
10. Prepare agenda for Executive and Chapter meetings with the Lead Advisor. And post the
agenda in all Ag Classes 1 week prior to meeting..
11. Coordinate the activities of the Chapter and keep in touch with the progress of Activities
Section C. The duties of and responsibilities of the Vice-President shall be:
1. Assist the President
2. Preside at meetings in absence of the President
3. Be prepared to assume duties and responsibilities of the President
4. Be in charge of insuring that all committee work of the Chapter is completed satisfactorily.
5. Must give an invocation at the Greenhand/Chapter Farmer Installation and Awards Banquet
and at other times when needed.
Section D. Duties and responsibilities of the Secretary shall be:
1. Prepare and read the minutes of the past meetings.
2. Have available for the President the list of business for each meeting.
3. Attend to office correspondence of the Chapter.
4. Prepare Chapter reports.
5. Keep the permanent records of the Chapter in the Agriculture Office and Student Body
Office.
6. Cooperate with the Treasure in keeping an accurate membership role and issue membership
cards.
7. Call meetings to order in the absent of a presiding officer.
8. Read correspondence at meetings.
9. Have on hand for each meeting the following:
a. Secretary’s book and minutes of previous meeting
b. Lists of committee and committee reports.
c. Copy of the Program of Activities.
d. The Official FFA Manual.
e. Copies of the Chapter Constitution and Bylaws.
10. Prepare, post and distribute motions.
11. Prepare Point Award Cards and distribute to advisors by the 27th of the proceeding month.
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Section E. Duties and Responsibilities of the Reporter shall be:
1. Gather and classify Chapter news
2. Prepare news notes and articles for publication or broadcast.
3. Send news notes to State Reporter and to the FFA New Horizons.
4. Arrange for FFA participation in local radio and/or TV Programs.
5. Work closely with the Advisors to maintain a log of FFA members of the month for monthly
publication.
6. Prepare a Chapter News Letter to be sent to members and alumni.
7. All news releases and articles must be approved by the Chapter Advisors prior to being
released.
8. Prepare Monthly Newsletter to Chapter members to be distributed at the monthly chapter
meetings
9. Be in charge of the Chapter camera and make certain it is available for use at each and every
FFA activity during the year.
10. Record member attendance and maintain a permanent record.
Section F. Duties and responsibilities of the Treasurer shall be:
1. Receive and act as custodian of Chapter funds.
2. Assist in preparing an annual budget of estimated receipts and expenditures.
3. Keep the financial records of the Chapter.
4. Devise appropriate ways and means of financing chapter activities.
5. Pay out Chapter funds as authorized by the student body.
6. Prepare financial statements and reports.
7. Encourage systematic saving—individual and Chapter thrift.
8. Build up chapter’s financial standing.
9. Present a treasurer’s report at each Executive Committee meeting.
10. Required to prepare a written report monthly.
Section G. Duties and responsibilities of a Sentinel shall be:
1. Set-up the meeting room and care for chapter paraphernalia and equipment
2. Attend to the door during meetings and welcome visitors.
3. See that the meeting room is kept comfortable.
4. Take charge of candidates for Degree Ceremonies
5. Assist with entertainment features and refreshments
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6. Make arrangements with the custodial staff for microphones and audio equipment prior to
their need.
Article VI: Impeachment
Section A. Immediate Impeachment
The FFA advisors may at any time at their own discretion remove an
officer who has repeatedly disregarded his/her duties by not fulfilling them to his/her best ability.
Section B. Steps of Impeachment
Step 1. Any FFA Chapter Officer not fulfilling the duties as described by
this constitution will be required to meet with fellow Officers and two Advisors to discuss a plan
for improvement
Step 2. A written plan of improvement will be drawn by the Advisor based
on the conversation of the meeting in Step 1, and will be confirmed and signed by the FFA
President, Vice-President, and by the Officer in question.
Step 3. If the Officer in question still does not fulfill his/her duties, then a
2/3 vote of the Executive Committee will remove that Officer from office.
Article VII: Committees
Section A. A member may serve on not more than two committees at any one time
and if he/she is a chairperson of that committee they are limited to one committee.
Section B. The committee chairperson is responsible to call committee meetings and
to see that all work that committee is assigned is performed.
Section C. That committee chairperson shall cooperate with the Chapter Advisors and
Chapter Officers on all committee work.
Section D. That committee chairperson’s report to the Chapter in writing will be the
result of all work performed by his/her committee including financial implications for the
Chapter.
Section E. No person having been chairperson on any committee shall be eligible to
work on another committee until the written report is made by the committee.
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Article VIII: Executive Committee
Section A. The Chapter Officers shall belong to the Executive Committee.
Section B. The Advisors shall be non-voting members.
Section C. Greenhand Officers must attend all Executive meetings.
Section D. The duties of the Executive Committee should be:
1. Meeting regularly previous to monthly chapter meetings to plan an agenda.
2. Enforce the Constitution Bylaw’s.
3. Recommend members for Greenhand and Chapter FFA Degrees.
4. Revise the point award system if necessary.
Article IX: Meetings
Section A. Meetings shall be held once a month.
Section B. The President shall have the power to call special meetings as the need arises.
Article X: Dues
Section A. As long as Ag Incentive Grant funds are available, dues shall be paid for all members through
that source.
Article XI: Eligibility to Participate at Fairs and Judging Contests
Section A: Eligibility of members exhibiting at fairs and shows will be based on the Advisor’s discretion
Section B. Members must maintain a 2.0 GPA with a grade no lower than a C in an Agriculture class to be
eligible to exhibit at fairs and judging events.
Article XII: Amendments
Section A. To amend the Constitution, a 2/3 vote of the active members present at the meeting is required
Section B. To become effective, the amendment must be posted for two weeks
previous to the vote of the active members.
Article XIII: Ratification of Constitution
Section A. The Constitution should become effective when passed by 2/3 vote of the
members present at the chapter meeting.
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