Alaska FFA FFA Mission FFA makes a positive

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Alaska FFA

Alaska FFA

FFA Mission FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing

FFA Mission FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premiere leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.

FFA is Intracurricular Public Law 105 -225 In 1950, the 81 st Congress, recognizing

FFA is Intracurricular Public Law 105 -225 In 1950, the 81 st Congress, recognizing the importance of the FFA as an integral part of the program of vocational agriculture, granted a federal charter to the FFA.

The Complete FFA Program SAE/ Projects Classroom FFA

The Complete FFA Program SAE/ Projects Classroom FFA

Career Development Events Envirothon: Soils, aquatics, wildlife, forestry, & current issue Public Speaking: 3

Career Development Events Envirothon: Soils, aquatics, wildlife, forestry, & current issue Public Speaking: 3 events Parliamentary Procedure Job Interview Ag Mechanics Floriculture

Largest Student-led organization in the United States Over 540, 000 members In all 50

Largest Student-led organization in the United States Over 540, 000 members In all 50 states and several territories Currently the Alaska FFA Association has support and momentum, but needs state funding to grow and flourish. Alaska FFA is operated mainly through volunteer efforts Currently the program in Alaska does not meet National Standards.

How Does FFA Benefit Students?

How Does FFA Benefit Students?

Hands On Education Community Outreach

Hands On Education Community Outreach

Partnerships with Government, Business, & Community

Partnerships with Government, Business, & Community

Career Exploration Leadership Training

Career Exploration Leadership Training

Community Service and Entrepreneurship

Community Service and Entrepreneurship

Alaska State Convention Palmer April 25 -28 Career Development Events Leadership Training Service Projects

Alaska State Convention Palmer April 25 -28 Career Development Events Leadership Training Service Projects Tours of agricultural facilities & farms This year is the 35 th annual State FFA Convention in Alaska

Alaska FFA Association Operations Support existing FFA chapters including visits, teacher & administrator training,

Alaska FFA Association Operations Support existing FFA chapters including visits, teacher & administrator training, & program development Develop new FFA programs across the state. Plan and put on Annual State Convention Attend National FFA events and meetings Train State Officer Team Promote FFA awards programs to recognize outstanding students

Funding $200, 000 per year for State FFA Association Budget including State Advisor Salary,

Funding $200, 000 per year for State FFA Association Budget including State Advisor Salary, Chapter development, state officer training & travel, operational expenses, supplies, & state convention. $200, 000 per year for State Department of Education to enforce standards, provide teacher stipends & training, and promotion and development of program.

Thank you for supporting youth leadership and education!

Thank you for supporting youth leadership and education!