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2017 - 2018RIPON FFA CHAPTER OFFICERS

President Mallory [email protected]

Vice-President Janie [email protected]

Secretary Madison Hoognedoorn

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Treasurer Ryan [email protected]

Reporter Khylee [email protected]

Sentinel Kylie Smith [email protected]

Department Phone Number(209) 599-4825

ADVISORS

Mrs. Sherry [email protected]

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Mrs. Celeste [email protected]

Mr. Cody [email protected]

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ADMINISTATION

Superintendent Dr. Ziggy RobesonPrincipal Mr. Keith Rangel Vice-Principal Mr. Victor RamirezAttendance Director Ms. Pam BondActivities Director Mrs. Jill MortensenAthletic Director Mr. Rod WrightCounselor Mrs. Dawn GoudeauCounselor Mr. Mike MorenzoneCounselor Mrs. Marybel Reyes

BOARD OF TRUSTEES

Mr. Ernie TyhurstMr. Kit Oase

Mr. Caroline Hutto

Mrs. Christina Orlando

Mr. Chad Huskey

AGRICULTURAL ADVISORY COMMITTEEVOTING MEMBERS

Mr. Dennis BittersMr. Bob BrocchiniMr. Blake DeJongMr. Steve Fredriks

Mr. Dirk Heuvel

Mr. David HoogendoornMr. Dale Kuil

Mr. George Loogman

Mr. Josh Luis

Mr. Bryce PerkinsMr. Dave PhippenMrs. Barbie Ratto

EXOFFICIO MEMBERSDr. Ziggy Robeson Mr. Keith Rangel Mr. Kit Oase

Mr. Chad Huskey

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TABLE OF CONTENTSGreetings

Officer’s MessageAdvisor’s MessageChapter GoalsDo You Just Belong?

HistoryHonorary Chapter DegreesPast Chapter PresidentsPast Star GreenhandsPast Star Chapter FarmersPast State Degree RecipientsPast American Degree Recipients

National FFA OrganizationFFA Code of EthicsFFA MottoFFA ColorsFFA Creed

ActivitiesCalendar

Committees Committees for Student Involvement

Committee DivisionsDivision I: Growing LeadersDivision II: Building CommunitiesDivision III: Strengthening Agriculture

Ripon FFA Chapter InfoCareer Development EventChapter Roles and ResponsibilitiesChapter Budget: General AccountChapter Budget: Reserve AccountChapter Point Awards System

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Officer’s Message

Hey Ripon FFA members! We hope you had a fantastic

summer, and are eager to start the new year with us. We spent a

lot of time this summer in preparation for the year, and we hope it

is the best yet! Our theme for this year is “Cultivate Change!” Our

goal for this theme is to inspire and encourage you to create

positive changes in yourself, our school, and in our community.

We look forward to seeing all of you at our activities this year,

watching your involvement grow within the Ripon FFA!

Remember…Join the tribe!

Sincerely,

Mallory BrennerPresident

Ryan McDonoughTreasurer

Janie ChapinVice President

Khylee JonesReporter

Madison HoogendoornSecretary

Kylie SmithSentinel

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Advisors Message

We are excited to welcome you back to the 2017-18 school year. Many changes have taken place within the department to include new offerings to allow you the opportunity to grow as this year progresses. We challenge each and every one of you to get involved and make the most of the opportunities placed in front you. Your level of growth will be dependent on your ability to embrace the total program and successfully include FFA, SAE, and classroom. Our officer team and advisors have made it possible for you to achieve this level by planning and implementing this Program of Activities to nurture your growth through cooperative learning, teamwork, and personal growth. The goal of the Ripon FFA this year is “Cultivating Change!”; whether it be for yourself, at home, or within your community, and challenge yourself to cultivate that change!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Sherry JohnsAdvisor Mrs. Celeste

MorinoAdvisor

Mr. Ryan PattersonAdvisor

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Chapter Goals

Chapter Involvement1.) All resources will be accurate and appropriately

utilized to keep members fully informed.2.) Officers and the leadership team will take it upon

themselves to make sure new members are informed about events and opportunities.

3.) We will expose the student body to new experiences and opportunities within FFA to increase membership.

Chapter Development1.) To develop committees to involve every member in

planning and implementing the activities within the chapter.

2.) To utilize said committees effectively and ensure that all committee members are carrying out their duties and responsibilities.

Chapter Social Connections1.) As a chapter we will reach out to the community and

give thanks to those who have supported us throughout the years.

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Do You Just Belong?Are you an active member,

the kind that wouldn’t be missed?Or are you just content

to have your name among the list?Do you attend the meetings,and mingle with the flock?

Or do you usually stay awayand criticize and mock?

Do you take an active part,to help and work along?

Or are you satisfiedto be the kind that just belongs?

Do you pitch in, and do your share,to really make things tick?

Or leave the work to just a few,that you would call “the clique?”

There’s quite a program scheduledthat we’re sure you’ve heard about,

and we’ll appreciate it if you too,will help us work things out.

So come to the meetings often,and help with hand and heart.

Don’t just be a member,but take an active part.Think this over, friend,

because you know right from wrong,Are you an “ACTIVE MEMBER,”

or do you just belong?

Author Unknown

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Ripon FFA History

HONORARY CHAPTER DEGREESMr. Walter BetschartMrs. Mary FisherMr. Joseph O’LearyMr. Bob BrocchiniMr. Bernard GregorisMr. Dave PhippenMrs. Kris BrocchiniMrs. Liz GrubeMrs. Jean RoeMr. Carl CamaraMr. Bob HandMr. Larry StewartMr. Chuck CarleyMr. Joe HeuvelMr. Cliff ThompsonMr. Steve CoutrakisMr. Otis KingeryMr. Frank WarmerdanMr. Sean Derrick

Mr. & Mrs. Dave

Cultrera

Mr. Dale KuilMr. Gary WaychoffMr. Ervin DeSalleMrs. Michelle LiotardMr. Jeff WeaverMr. George DueMr. & Mrs. Ken LowderMr. Bob WeststeynMr. Mike EllingtonMr. & Mrs. Bob MadsenMrs. Sharon ZuidevaartMrs. Janis FellowsMr. Leo McBrianMr. & Mrs. MaliziaMr. Allen FettersMr. Paul MorinoMrs. JoAnn WeststeynMrs. SalliAnn Newhard

Mr. George Loogman

Mr. Leo ZuberMrs. Sharon ZuidervaartMr. Dennis BittersMr. & Mrs. Jim MaliziaMr. Dave LuisMrs. Mary MachadoMr. Steve FredriksMrs. Eileen KuilMrs. Laura HaupertMrs. Mary ArnaudoMr. Sam TravailleMrs. Brandi RoseMr. Ken MarshMrs. Barbie RattoMr. Jeff KinkaidMrs. Roxanne BuckMrs. Edele Norman

PAST CHAPTER PRESIDENTS

Kelsey Nillson 2010-2011Bailey Taberna 2011-2012Michaela Ratto 2012-2013Krista Tyhurst 2013-2014Emily Hoogendoorn 2014-2015Kent Norman 2015-2016Mallory Brenner 2016-2017

PAST STAR GREENHANDS

Francesca Arnaudo 2010-2011Gabby McDonaugh 2011-2012

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Kent Norman 2012-2013Christa Cardoza 2013-2014Jessica Harlan 2014-2015Madison Hoogendoorn 2015-2016Angie Cortez 2016-2017PAST STAR CHAPTER FARMERS

Hayley McManis 2009-2010Bailey Taberna 2010-2011Ty Johns 2011-2012Steven DeFreitas 2012-2013Kent Norman 2013-2014Christa Cardoza 2014-2015Jessica Harlan 2015-2016Janie Chapin 2016-2017

PAST STATE DEGREE RECIPIENTS

Dino ArnaudoHayley McManisCollin Tyhurst

Cole BagdasarianLance LoogmanBryttany Sumner

Justin DeBowTy Johns

Miguel Lopez

Steven DaggettKrista Tyhurst

Mark McPeakKent Norman

Garrett Avila

Christa CardozaChris Cruse

Riley Gillihan2010-2011Joe BarslundMegan TalbotSamantha Coit

2011-2012Jessica Coit

Marissa MoulynNick Thomas

2012-2013Chris Fisher

Ryan KirkpatrickFrancisco Martinez

Luis Toledo

2013-2014Chandler GoodrichEmily Hoogendoorn

2014-2015Megan Harlan

Steven DeFreitas

2015-2016George Barslund

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Madison CoitAllison FaureKayla KeatingAlonzo Mejia

Jacob GuyDillon DeGeorges

Nick Ratto

Chelsea IoppiniCeirra RobertsMichaela Ratto

Corey GoodwinCharile Lehr

Garret McManis

Tyler HendonCassady Hill

Kassidi HofmanBrandon Scott

James BionazBryar CosperIan Flanders

Steven Kirkpatrick

Mallory BrennerMegan Flory

Ryan McDonough

2016-2017Makenna Duncan

David Macias CamposLuke Morino

Rebekah EstevesJenna McCracken

Haley MoulynAnthony Urias

PAST AMERICAN DEGREE RECIPIENTS

Denae Fredricks

Ashley Hofman

Joel TalbotKyle Eisenga

Michael FieldsAndrew Moulyn

Nicholas Ratto

Miguel LopezCeirra Roberts

Emily Hoogendoorn

George Barslund

2009-2010Andrew Loogman

Nick Ballatore

2010-2011Wesley Eisenga

2011-2012Matt Fields

Kaitlyn Milam

2012-2013Stefani Hofman

Neil Norman

2013-2014DeeAnn Kirkpatrick

2014-2015Hayley McManis

Nick Thomas

2015-2016

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Corey Goodwin

2016-2017Jessica Coit

Garret McManis

2017-18Allison Faure

Joey Ratto

Jake Loogman

John EstevesMegan Ratto

Kayleigh LuisCorrine Roberts

Dino Arnaudo

Michaela RattoLuis Toledo

Ryan Kirkpatrick

Kent Norman

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National FFA Organization

FFA CODE OF ETHICS

FFA members conduct themselves at all times to be a credit to their organization, chapter, school, community, and family. As an FFA member, I pledge to:

Develop my potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success.

Make a positive difference in the lives of others. Dress neatly and appropriately for the occasion. Respect the rights of others and their property. Be courteous, honest, and fair with others. Communicate in an appropriate, purposeful, and positive

manner. Demonstrate good sportsmanship by being modest in winning

and generous in defeat. Make myself aware of FFA programs and activities and be an

active participant. Conduct and value a supervised agricultural experience

program. Strive to establish and enhance my skills through agricultural

education in order to enter a successful career. Appreciate and promote diversity in our organization.

FFA MOTTO

Learning to Do,Doing to Learn,

Earning to Live,Living to Serve

FFA COLORS National Blue Corn Gold

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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 things 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 engaged 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 hours 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 the ability of progressive agriculturists to serve our 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 help make it so-for others as well as myself; in less need for charity and more of it when needed; in being happy myself and playing square with those whose happiness depends upon me.

I believe that American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our national life and that I can exert an influence in my home and community which will stand solid for my part in that inspiring task.

By: E.M. Tiffany

Note: Members who have learned the FFA Creed by November 1st and are selected to participate in the Sectional Creed recitation contest (local contest

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will be held to determine eligibility for sectional contest) will have their FFA jacket sponsored by the FFA chapter.

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July 2017Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd

ayThursday Friday Saturday

1

2Fireworks Booth

3Fireworks Booth

4Independence Day/Fireworks Booth

5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12 13State Fair Jr Livestock Show

14State Fair Jr Livestock Show




18 19 20 21 22State Fair Dairy Show

23State Fair Dairy Show




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August 2017Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd

ay Thursday Friday Saturday

1 2POW WOW

3POW WOW

4 5

6 7 SDD 8 SDD 9First Day of School

10 11 12

13 14RUSD Board Mtg.

15 16 17*Chapter Meeting–6pm (Welcome Back Activity)

18 19

20 21*GLC - Modesto

22 23 24Delta-Cal CATA Mtg 4:00 (Manteca)

25Welcome Back Staff Luncheon

26S.O.L.S. @ Pleasant Grove H.S. 10-2

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September 2017Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd


1 2

3 4Labor Day

5 6 7 8 9


12 13 14*Chapter Meeting-6pm

15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25State FFA Exec/Advisory Comm/Adult Board Mtg.

26National Conv. Delegate Training

27*Delta-Cal O/C Contest @ 9 am (San Joaquin Fairgrounds)

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October 2017Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd


1 2 3Oakdale Invitational O/C Contest @ 4:00

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*End of 1st Qtr.

7COLC @ Gregori

8 9RUSD Board Mtg.

10 11* Chapter Mtg. (Lunchtime - food provided)Corn Maze Activity - 5pm

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Cow Palace Livestock Show

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16 17 18 19 20 21*Petting Zoo -Ripon Main Street Day

22 23 24 25National Convention

26National Convention



29Washington DC Trip



Halloween

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November 2017Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd


1 2 3 4State Cotton Contest

5 6 7 8 9*Chapter Meeting-6pm Movie Night (Clinton School Farm)

10NO SCHOOL

11Veteran’s Day


14 15Delta-Cal Admin Night @ Tokay

16 17CATA Regional Road Show (hosted by Sac Section)

18CATA Fall Regional Meeting

19 20ThanksgivingBreak >>>>

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23THANKSGIVING DAY

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December 2017Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd


1

Cows, Carbs & Cocktails Fundraiser Dinner

2Mariposa Speech & Nat Resources Contests 8 am

3 4 5 6 7 8 9


12 13

Giving Tree Wrapping

14*Chapter Meeting-6pmGiving Tree Wrapping

15*

Giving Tree Wrapping

16Giving Tree Gift handout

17Giving Tree Gift handout

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*End of 2nd Qtr.

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24Christmas Eve

25Christmas Day

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27 Christmas Break

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31New Year’s Eve

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January 2018Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd


1New Year’s Day

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3 Christmas Break

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7 8SDD

No school

9 10 11*Chapter Meeting-6pm

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14 15M.L. King’s Day

No School

16 17 18 19*Monterey MFE/ALA #1

20Monterey MFE/ALA #1

21 22 23Delta-Cal State Degrees & Prof 4:00 pm Ripon

Delta-Cal Manuscripts Due

24 25 26Top 50 Point Awards Luncheon

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February 2018Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd


1 2 3Winter State Judging Finals

Arbuckle Field Day

4 5 6 7*Delta-Cal Speaking Contests @ Linden

8*Chapter Meeting-6pm

9Modesto MFE/ALA

Regional Officer Screening

10Modesto MFE/ALAChico Parli Pro

Regional Officer Screening

11 12Regional Proficiency Scoring 9:00 am Ripon HS

13World Ag ExpoRehearsal for National FFA Week Rally

14World Ag Expo

National FFA Week Rally

15World Ag ExpoNational FFA Week Staff Luncheon

16No School

17Atwater Parli Pro Invitational 8:30 am

18 19President’s Day

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20Sacramento Leadership Experience National FFA >>>>>

21Sacramento Leadership ExperienceWeek >>>>>

22Sacramento Leadership Experience>>>>>>>>>

23Sacramento Leadership Experience>>>>>>>>

24Regional FFA & CATA Meetings (Turlock HS)POA Judging

25 26Regional Manuscripts Due (email PDF to Sperling)

27State Proficiency Scoring (Galt)

28State Proficiency Scoring (Galt)

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March 2018Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd


1 2U.C. Davis Parli Pro

3U.C. Davis Field Day

4 5 6State Officer Pre-Screen (various locations)

8th Grade Recruitment

78th Grade Parent Night

8*Chapter Meeting-Lunch

Laser Quest

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*End Of 3rd Qtr.

10C.S.U. Chico Field Day

11 12 13State Degree & Awards Ceremony Delta-Cal & Stan-T 6:00 pmDelta College

14 15Delta-Cal Parli Pro @ Ripon Christian4:00 pm

16Regional Speech Contest (MJC)

17Merced J.C. Field Day

18 19 20 21 22

23Regional Parli Pro Contest @ Merced J.C.

24Modesto J.C. Field Day

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April 2018Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd


1Easter Sunday

2

No School

3 4 5 6 7 El Capitan Small Engines Contest

8 9 10 11 12*Chapter Meeting-6pm

13 14C.R.C. Field Day & Scrapbook Judging

Reedley Field Day

15 16Start Fireworks Scrip Sales

17 18 19State Speaking Contests (Fresno)

20State Parli Pro Contests (Fresno)

21Fresno State Field Day & State Finals

22State Leadership Conference (Anaheim)




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29 30Sectional Officer Apps Due?

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May 2018Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd


1*Elementary Farm Day

2 3 4 5State Judging Finals, Cal Poly, S.L.O.

6 7Chapter Officer Interviews

8 9Delta-Cal CATA Mtg. @ Delta College 4:00FFA Elections 2:00 pm

10*Chapter Meeting-6pm

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13Mother’s Day

14 15 16 17*FFA Awards Banquet

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20 21End Fireworks Scrip Sales

22 23 24 25Last Day of SchoolGraduation*end of 4th Qtr.

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27 28Memorial Day

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June 2018Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesd


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3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10San Joaquin Fair (AgFest)







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Father’s Day

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24CATA Summer Conference




28CATA Summer ConferenceSkills SessionFireworks Sales

29Skills Session

Fireworks Sales

30Skills Session

Fireworks Sales

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DIVISION I – GROWING LEADERS1. LEADERSHIP

OVERALL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN: Mallory Brenner

DEFINITION: Activities that help the individual develop technical, human relations and decision-making skills to grow leaders.

ACTIVITY #1 – OFFICER RETREAT and WEEKLY MEETINGSGOALS:

1. To have all officers in attendance.2. To complete the Program of Work prior to the 2nd week of school.3. All officers participate in team activities

ACTION PLAN:a. Officer Agenda planning meeting July 5-7b. To meet afterschool during year Every Wednesday

ACTIVITY #2 – C.O.L.C.GOALS:

1. Have all chapter officers attend.2. To have all officers bring back ideas in which they present in

leadership

ACTION PLAN:a. Send in registration Sept. 26b. Distribute permission slips Sept. 29c. Collect permission Oct. 2d. Attend Conference Oct. 7e. Report Oct. 11

ACTIVITY #3 – OPENING AND CLOSING CEREMONIESGOALS:

1. To have the complete officer team compete at the Sectional Contest and place above 90% (Gold).

2. To have one complete Greenhand (Novice) team and one complete Open Team compete at the Sectional Contest and place above 85% (Silver).

ACTION PLAN:a. Teach a unit on opening and closing in all Last 2 Weeks of Aug.

first year classesb. Organize Open and Novice Teams Sept. 4c. Practice twice a week at lunch or after Sept. 4-27

schoold. Ag Department competition TBAe. Participate in the Sectional Contest Sept. 27

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f. Oakdale Opening/Closing Invitational Sept. 27a. Bus request form (one form per van)b. Activity sheet

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ACTIVITY #4 – CREED SPEAKING and IMPROMPTU SPEAKING CONTEST

GOALS:1. To have 2 members in each competition at the sectional contest.2. To have 1 member in each competition advance to the Regional

Semi-Finals.3. To have 4 members compete in each competition at the local

level.

ACTION PLAN:a. Advertise the contest Oct. 2b. Arrange for potential judges Nov. 9c. Conduct local contest TBAd. Mariposa Creed/Impromptu Contest Dec. 2e. Minarets Creed contest Jan. 27f. Delta-Cal Sectional contest Feb. 7g. Central Region contest Mar. 16h. State Prelims and Finals Contest Apr. 19

ACTIVITY #5 – PREPARED and EXTEMPORANEOUS PUBLIC SPEAKINGGOALS:

1. To have 2 members compete at the sectional contest.2. To have 1 member advance to the Regional Semi-finals

ACTION PLAN:a. Advisor will teach a unit on public speaking Last 2 Weeks of

Aug.techniques

b. Advertise the contests Oct. 2c. Members will research and select speech Oct. 10-31

Topics (Prepared) or research proposed Topics (Extemp)

d. Members will prepare manuscripts (Prepared) Oct. 31- Nov. 27e. Manuscripts submitted to community Nov. 28- Dec. 12

volunteers for proofing and corrections (Prepared)f. Practice writing and giving speeches (Extemp) Nov. – Dec.g. Memorize manuscripts (Prepared) Jan. - Feb.h. Manuscripts (Prepared) due for Sectionals Jan. 24i. Delta-Cal Sectional contest Feb. 7j. Manuscripts (Prepared) due for Regionals Mar. 2k. Central Region contest Mar. 16l. State Prelims and Finals Contest Apr. 19

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ACTIVITY #6 – GREENHAND LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEGOALS:

1. To have 30 freshmen members attend the conference.2. To have a minimum of 4 members from each intro. Ag class

participate

ACTION PLAN:a. Executive team will post dates and cost Aug. 31b. Letter sent home to all Freshmen Sept. 6c. Registration papers and fees due Sept. 11d. Attend conference Oct. 3e. Conference report Oct. 12

ACTIVITY #7 – MADE FOR EXCELLENCE AND ADVANCED LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

GOALS:1. To have a minimum of ten sophomores attend MFE and ten

juniors attend ALA.2. To have the qualified officer team members attend appropriate

conference.

ACTION PLAN:a. Executive team will post dates and cost Aug. 31b. Letter sent home to all Sophomores/Juniors Sept. 14c. Registration papers and fees due Oct. 10d. Participant interviews Oct. 11-12e. Attend Conference Jan. 19-20f. Conference Report Feb. 9

ACTIVITY #8 – SACRAMENTO LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEGOALS:

1. To have at least 2 seniors apply for acceptance to conference.2. To have at least 1 senior selected to participate.3. Have senior officers apply.

ACTION PLAN:a. Executive team will post dates and cost Nov. 12b. Letter sent home with qualified Seniors Nov. 30c. Obtain all signatures for application Dec. 14d. Mail completed application Dec. 18e. State Due Date Jan. 1f. Attend conference March 20-23g. Conference Report April 6

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ACTIVITY #9 – STATE LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEGOALS:

1. To be represented by two official voting delegates.2. To have at least 20 chapter members attend the general

sessions throughout the conference.3. The members that attend will create a shadow box presentation

to inform the chapter about State Conference.

ACTION PLAN:a. Post dates and information Jan. 23b. Parent letter for those interested Jan 30c. Develop question and Interview panel Feb. 8d. Post Due Dates Feb. 13e. Conduct participant/delegate interviews Feb. 14-16f. Balance due and all permission slips Feb. 22g. Online Registration due Feb. 24h. State FFA leadership conference April 22 - 25

ACTIVITY #10 – NATIONAL CONVENTIONGOALS:

1. To have members attending develop educational display/presentation to local chapter, administrators, and/or school board.

2. To have members attend personal development activities to enhance chapter operations.

3. Have members apply to be delegates, choir, band, talent, etc.

ACTION PLAN:a. Post dates and information April 10b. Parent letter for those interested April 14c. $150 deposit payable to California FFA May 20d. Delegate applications due June 15e. Balance due and all permission slips August 10f. National FFA Convention only trip (2017) Oct. 23-28g. Post-convention trip to Washington D.C (2017) Oct. 29-31

ACTIVITY #11 – WASHINGTON LEADERSHIP CONFERENCEGOALS:

1. To have members attending develop educational display/presentation to local chapter, administrators, and/or school board.

2. To have attending members network with other participating chapters.

ACTION PLAN:a. Executive team will post dates and cost Feb. 11b. Online registration opens March 1c. Secure necessary travel (flight) April

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d. Conference Reg. Deadline - May 22 June 3 June 24July 1

e. Conference dates June 8-10, June 19-24, July 10-15, and July 17-22f. Conference Report Sept. 6

DIVISION I – GROWING LEADERS2. HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

OVERALL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN: Kylie Smith

DEFINITION: Activities that promote the well-being of students mentally or physically, in achieving the positive evolution of the whole person.

ACTIVITY #1 – MEETING SOCIALSGOALS:

1. Bring no less than 20 members together for an organized activity that will be fun as well as exemplify the FFA spirit.

ACTION PLAN:a. Designate activity for month July 5-7b. Turn in required transportation and facility Sept. 6

requestc. Revise activities if necessary Sept. 12d. Put up posters 3 Weeks prior to evente. Pass out necessary perm forms/sign-ups 2 weeks prior to eventf. Hold activity Monthly general

meeting

ACTIVITY #2 – POINT AWARD RECOGNITIONGOALS:

1. To reward the top 50 active members from 1st semester and to reward the overall top 30 active members at the end of the school year.

2. To monitor the number of members attending activities.

ACTION PLAN:a. Post points 5 Week intervalsb. Submit point tallies to instructors Each grading period c. Notify 1st semester top 50 students Jan. 9d. Provide lunch for 1st semester top 50 students Jan. 12e. Notify top 30 at banquet May 17 f. Pass out permission slips for annual activity May 18g. Collect paperwork May 29h. Point Awards Trip June 8-9

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ACTIVITY #3 – LEADERSHIP CHRISTMAS POTLUCKGOALS:

1. To have fun with the leadership class2. All of the advisors and leaderships will participate in a gift

exchange.

ACTION PLAN:a. Exchange names between everyone Dec. 5b. Set price limit and sign-up for food Dec. 5c. Potluck Dec. 19-21

DIVISION I – GROWING LEADERS3. SCHOLARSHIP

OVERALL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN: Madison Hoogendoorn

DEFINITION: Activities that develop a positive attitude toward lifelong learning experiences.

ACTIVITY #1 – SCHOLASTIC AWARDSGOALS:

1. Have a minimum of 20% of active FFA members maintain at least a 3.0 GPA for three quarters without an “F.”

ACTION PLAN:a. Complete a list of FFA members who have March 23

met the criteriab. Order Awards April 3c. Present Awards May 18

ACTIVITY #2 – SCHOLARSHIPS for POST SECONDARY EDUCATIONGOALS:

1. Have at least 80% of senior program completers apply for one or more scholarships.

ACTION PLAN:a. Provide a list of scholarships to members Dec. – Jan.b. Obtain letter of recommendations (3) Jan. and Feb.c. Obtain transcripts for applications Jan. and Feb.d. Secure signatures 2 weeks priore. Make copy of completed application 2 weeks priorf. Mail applications 1 week priorg. Application due dates

National FFA Scholarship Feb. 1 California FFA Scholarship Feb. 1 California Farm Bureau March 1 California State Fair March 2

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Sullivans March 15 San Joaquin Farm Bureau March 16 California Women in Agriculture March 16 Thelma Stewart March 27 Blue Diamond March 30 Farm to Fork April 13 Brocchini Farms April 13 Robbie Taberna May 1 Luis Family May 1 Ripon Livestock Boosters May 1

ACTIVITY #3 – LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE (MFE/ALA/State) SCHOLARSHIP

GOALS:1. Support the financial needs of students wanting to attend

leadership conferences above the chapter level2. To assist a minimum of 6 students to obtain the necessary

funding to attend their given conference/convention

ACTION PLAN:a. Give minimum criteria for eligibility and Sept. 18 (MFE/ALA)

pass out applications Jan. 30 (State Conv.)

b. Submit Applications with transcripts Oct. 10 (MFE/ALA)Feb. 16 (State Conv.)

c. Announce recipients Oct. 16 (MFE/ALA)Feb. 22 (State Conv.)

ACTIVITY #4 – NATIONAL FFA CONVENTION SCHOLARSHIPGOALS:

1. To have a minimum of 10 completed applications sent to the sponsor for the award selection.

2. To have 2 applicants receive funding to help offset the cost of attending the National FFA Convention. Due date April 12.

ACTION PLAN:a. Pass out Applications April 1b. Submit Applications with transcripts to April 13

award sponsorc. Announce recipients May 18

DIVISION I – GROWING LEADERS4. PERSONAL GROWTH

OVERALL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN: Ryan McDonough

DEFINITION: Activities conducted that improve the identity and self-awareness of members. These activities should reflect

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members’ unique talents and potential by reinforcing their human and employability skills. The activities should strive to enhance the quality of life and contribute to members’ life goals and development.

ACTIVITY #1 – GREENHAND DEGREE & CHAPTER DEGREEGOALS:

1. To have all first year students actively involved in the planning of a Supervised Agricultural Experience Project.

2. To have a minimum of 80% of past Greenhand degree recipients meet the qualifications for the Chapter Degree

3. Keep an accurate accounting in chapter records

ACTIVITY #1 – GREENHAND DEGREE & CHAPTER DEGREE (Continued)ACTION PLAN:

a. Fill out facility request for Multi-purpose Aug. 25b. Develop Degree application/make copies Nov. 6c. Handout applications Nov. 27d. Pre-order Greenhand/Chapter degree pins Nov. 29e. Applications due to advisors Dec. 5f. Check applications for degree advancement Dec. 6-11g. Send out letter for degree ceremony Dec. 20h. Greenhand/Chapter Degree Ceremony Jan. 11

ACTIVITY #2 – STATE DEGREEGOALS:

1. To have all enrolled Chapter degree recipients apply for the State FFA degree.

2. To have 50% of the applicants receive the State FFA degree

ACTION PLAN:a. Fill out facility request for Library Aug. 25b. Inform all previous year Chapter Degree Oct. 13

recipients of requirementsc. Start application process Nov. 6d. Students close financial section of books Dec. 4-15e. Students finish application Jan. 9-12f. Review applications Jan. 16-19g. Record Book scoring Jan. 23h. State FFA degree ceremony March 13

ACTIVITY #3 – AMERICAN DEGREEGOALS:

1. To have all enrolled State degree recipients apply for the American degree prior to graduation.

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ACTION PLAN:a. Inform all qualified members Nov. - Dec.b. Work on 5th and/or 6th year book Dec. - Feb c. Have seniors fill out the American DegreeJan. – March

applicationd. Graduates finish updating application Jan. - Marche. Complete application April 13f. Degree verification May

ACTIVITY #4 – PROFICIENCY AWARDSGOALS:

1. To award proficiency awards at the local level.2. To have a minimum of 4 members apply at the Regional level.3. To have a minimum of 2 members qualify to compete at the

State level.

ACTIVITY #4 – PROFICIENCY AWARDS (Continued)ACTION PLAN:

a. Visit all SAE projects Throughout the yearb. Teach unit on the AET recordkeeping system Sept.c. Notify potential applicants Oct. d. Fill out necessary parts National Proficiency Nov. and Dec.

application for Sectional proficiency scoringe. Applications reviewed by advisor Dec. 12f. Finalize applications Jan. 16g. Sectional Scoring Jan. 23h. Finalize applications for Regionals Jan 29 – Feb. 9i. Regional scoring Feb. 12j. Finalize applications for State Feb. 20-23k. Regional award ceremony March 13l. State finalist interview April 23m. Apply for local proficiency April 1n. local applications due to advisors April 13o. Receive awards at Banquet May 18

ACTIVITY #5 – ANNUAL FFA AWARDS BANQUETGOALS:

1. To have at least 250 people attend the annual banquet.2. To recognize student achievements and student projects for the

past year.3. To recognize community supporters and parents for their

donations.

ACTION PLAN:a. Turn in multi-use and kitchen request Aug. 29b. Placemat sales March 1-30

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c. Assign banquet sub-committee March 5d. Solicit donations for dinner and award March 26

Sponsorse. Develop and mail out sponsor letters April 3f. Order awards April 3g. Send out invitations April 5h. Check on awards shipment date April 10i. Design and layout placemat April 13j. Develop program and presentation April 13k. Decorations set and supplies ordered April 19l. Order food needed from RUSD food services May 1m. Hang student help sign-up sheets May 1n. Inventory supplies May 7o. Finalize program May 11p. Purchase remaining food and other supplies May 16q. Rehearse script May 17r. Set up and clean up banquet May 18s. Send out thank you letters May 24

DIVISION I – GROWING LEADERS5. CAREER SUCCESS

OVERALL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN: Khylee Jones

DEFINITION: Activities that promote student involvement and growth through agriculture related experiences and/or entrepreneurship and promote career readiness

ACTIVITY #1 – JOB INTERVIEW CONTESTGOALS:

1. Have two members on each compete.2. Have at least one member advance to the regional semi-finals.3. Have members participate in at least one local contest.4. Hold a local contest.

ACTION PLAN:a. Advanced classes produce cover letter, Nov.

resume, and applicationb. Contact judges and send letter/resume Nov.c. Conduct local contest Dec.d. Finalize and practice for sectional contest Jan.e. Cover letter and Resume due for SectionsJan. 24f. Delta-Cal sectional contest Feb. 7g. Cover letter and Resume due for Regions Mar. 2h. Central Region contest Mar. 16i. State Prelims and Finals Contest April 19

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ACTIVITY #2 – AGRISCIENCE FAIR PROJECTGOALS:

1. To have at least 10 FFA members participate as an individual or in a group of two in the development and completion of a project.

ACTION PLAN:a. Develop project/timeline Nov.b. Lab research and documentation Jan.c. Final write-up and analysis Feb. 1

Exhibit projects at Fresno TBAd. U.C. Davis March 3e. CSU Chico March 10f. State entry deadline March 27g. State finals April 21

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ACTIVITY #3 – PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURE CONTESTGOALS:

d. To have 6-8 novice members and 6-8 advanced members practice and participate in contests.

e. To compete in 2 Open Parliamentary Procedure Contestf. To compete at the Sectional Contest and place in the top

two spots.g. To compete at the Regional Contest and place in the top

four spots.h. Have no less than one team advance to the state level.i. People who have been on past teams will speak in every ag

class.

ACTION PLAN:a. Teach a unit on Parliamentary Procedure Last 2 Weeks of Oct.b. Advertise Team Sign-ups Oct. 7c. First Practice, set practice dates and times Nov. 7d. Practice weekly Dec. – Aprile. Minarets contest Jan. 27f. MJC invitational Feb.3g. CSU Chico invitational Feb. 9h. Atwater Invitational Feb. 17i. U.C. Davis March 2j. Delta-Cal sectional contest March 8k. Central Region contest March 23l. State Prelims/Finals April 20

ACTIVITY #4 – PROVIDE MEMBERS WITH JOB PLACEMENT LOCATIONSGOALS:

1. To have individuals in the community and business contact the high school Ag department and announce employment opportunities in Ag related jobs.

2. To place 10 or more members in jobs which are advertised through the Ag department.

ACTION PLAN:a. Provide an updated job list to students As they become avail.b. Announce job listings in Ag classes As they become avail.

ACTIVITY #5 – OTHER FFA COMPETITIVE JUDGINGGOALS:

1. To have successful teams that can place on an average in the top 10% of their contest area.

ACTION PLAN:a. Arrange for transportation to and Aug.from contests

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b. Organize judging teams Nov.c. Start weekly practices Jan.d. Participate in Field days

Arbuckle Feb. 3 U.C. Davis March 3 CSU Chico March 10 Merced College March 17 MJC March 24 Hilmar April 7 Consumnes River April 7 CSU Fresno April 21 CSU Cal Poly San Luis Obispo May 5

ACTIVITY #6 – COW PALACEGOALS:

1. To have a minimum of 90% of market animals exhibited meet the market ready criteria for placing in their species.

2. To have 10% of the exhibitors place in the top 10 in their showmanship class.

3. Breeding/ Replacement animals will place in the top third of their class.

ACTION PLAN:a. Online Entries open Sept. 1b. Ownership deadline, Beef, Sheep, Sept. 10

Swine, Goatsc. Entry form deadline for fair Sept. 30d. Earliest arrival for animals to grounds Oct. 12e. Paper check-in/Weighing Oct. 13 or 14f. Exhibit Animals Oct. 14 or 15g. Showmanship Oct. 15h. Release all livestock Oct. 15

ACTIVITY #7 – AG FEST (NON-LIVESTOCK) GOALS:

1. To have at least 70% of all FFA members individually or as a member of a group develop, complete, enter and successfully exhibit at the fair.

2. To have at least 75% of the entries meet or exceed the criteria for placing in their individual areas.

ACTION PLAN:a. Project exploration in all courses Nov.-Dec.b. Obtain donations for group projects Jan.c. Fill out and turn in entries May 3d. Transport projects to fair June 10e. Exhibit projects June 11-16f. Pick up projects June 16

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ACTIVITY #8 – AG FEST (LIVESTOCK)GOALS:

1. To have a minimum of 90% of market animals exhibited meet the Market Ready criteria for placing in their species.

2. To have 10% of the exhibitors place in the top 10 with regards to their respective showmanship class.

3. Breeding/ Replacement animals will place in the top third of their class.

ACTION PLAN: (Note fair Dates and Schedule are tentative)a. Explain to the members about raising Nov. 10

animalsb. Replacement Dairy Heifer deadline Jan. 15c. Beef deadline Feb. 1d. Sheep & Swine deadline March 1e. Rabbits, Turkey, & Poultry Deadline May 1f. Replacement heifers June 13g. Breeding June 10h. Take Market animals to fair June 10-11i. Release weight sift animals June 11-12 j. Exhibit market animals June 12-15k. Auction Market animals/replacement heifers June 16l. Close out record books June 30m. Write buyer and sponsor thank-yous’ June 23

ACTIVITY #9 – STATE FAIR (NON-LIVESTOCK)GOALS:

1. To have 25% of all FFA members individually or as a member of a group develop, complete, enter and successfully exhibit at the fair.

2. To have 75% of the entries meet or exceed the criteria for placing in their individual areas.

ACTION PLAN:a. Project exploration and development in Nov.

all Ag coursesb. FFA members surveyed to accommodate Jan.

their skill interests, ability, and skill levelc. Members develop a time line Jan.d. Fill out and turn in entry forms June 8e. Transport metal and wood projects July 1f. Pick up projects from fair July 1g. Release July 1

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ACTIVITY #10 – STATE FAIR (LIVESTOCK) GOALS:

1. To have a minimum of 90% of market animals exhibited meet the market ready criteria for placing in their species.

2. To have 10% of the exhibitors place in the top 10 in their showmanship class.

3. Breeding/ Replacement animals will place in the top third of their class.*Please be aware that only champions are up for auction at State Fair. You will need a private buyer if you intend to sell.*

ACTION PLAN: (Note fair Dates and Schedule are tentative)

a. Request DNA Kits - Market Beef Feb. 17b. Request DNA Kits - Market Sheep/Swine/Goats April 2c. Completed DNA Kits Due - Market Beef Mar. 3d. Completed DNA Market Sheep/Swine/Goat May 5

received f. DNA deadline weather, sheep, commercial June 3

gilts g. Entry form deadline for fair June 15h. Quality assurance/ ethics awareness training Prior to June 23

i. Entries due for county fair “Best of TBAShow” masters showmanship

j. Load-in Market/Breeding Beef/Sheep/Swine, July 12Goats

k. Weigh in Wether Dam/ Wether Wire sheep July 12l. Weigh in Market Beef/Sheep/Swine/Goat, July 12

and Commercial Gilts h. Exhibit Market/Breeding/Showmanship July 13-15i. Sell animals (champions only) July 14j. Release all livestock July 16k. Take Dairy cattle to fair July 21l. Exhibit Dairy cattle July 24-25m. Release Dairy cattle July 26n. Close out record book 1-2 weeks after fair

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DIVISION II – BUILDING COMMUNITIES1. ENVIRONMENTAL

OVERALL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN: Kylie Smith

DEFINITION: Activities conducted to preserve natural resources and develop more environmentally responsible individuals.

ACTIVITY #1 – RECYCLE CENTERGOALS:

1. To get a minimum of 10 volunteers and 40 members to participate.

ACTION PLAN:a. Contact RHS Booster Club Augustb. Post sign-up Sheets for month August/ February c. Record times and number of member September/ March

present

DIVISION II – BUILDING COMMUNITIES2. HUMAN RESOURCES


DEFINITION: Activities conducted to improve the welfare and well-being of members and citizens of the community.

ACTIVITY #1 – GIVING TREEGOALS:

1. To get a minimum of 10 volunteers and 40 members to participate.

ACTION PLAN:a. Contact vendors for collection tag locations Nov. 1b. Letter request for participation(Interfaith ministries) Nov. 7 c. Set up trees/drop off locations Nov. 21d. Publicity/ flyers put up Nov. 21e. Data base – gift tags Nov. 13-Dec. 2f. Advertise to students Nov. - Dec.g. Collect Presents Nov.27- Dec.12h. Wrap presents Dec. 12-14i. Distribute presents 8 a.m. – 2p.m. Dec. 16-17j. Thank you letters sent out Jan. 11

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DIVISION II – BUILDING COMMUNITIES3. CITIZENSHIP


DEFINITION: Activities conducted to encourage members to become active, involved citizens of their school, community, and country

ACTIVITY #1 – SEASONAL ACTIVITIES AT BETHANY CONVALESCENT HOME

GOALS:1. To have 1 executive committee member attend each activity.2. To have 50 members actively participate in at least one of the

citizenship activities.

ACTION PLAN:a. Obtain lists of residents from Bethany Sept.16b. Set date to conduct Halloween Activity Sept.23c. Inform administrator of date to secure Sept.30

necessary permission for members to participated. Halloween activity Oct.27-29e. Set date to conduct Christmas activity Nov. 25f. Inform administrator of date to secure Dec. 2

necessary permission for members to participateg. Christmas activity Dec.2-3h. Set date to conduct Valentine’s Day activity Jan. 27i. Inform administrator of date to secure Feb. 3

necessary permission for members to participatej. Valentine’s day activity Feb.6-7k. Set date to conduct Easter activity March 17l. Inform administrator of date to secure April 7

necessary permission for members to participatem. Easter Activity April 10-12

DIVISION II – BUILDING COMMUNITIES4. STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

OVERALL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN: Khylee Jones

DEFINITION: Activities conducted to develop teamwork and cooperation between the local chapter and stakeholders

ACTIVITY #1 – STAFF WELCOME BACK LUNCHEONGOALS:

1. To help promote a positive attitude among the faculty and staff toward the FFA program.

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2. All elected officers serve and perform opening/closing ceremonies in official dress.

ACTIVITY #1 – STAFF WELCOME BACK LUNCHEON (Continued)ACTION PLAN:

a. Develop invitations and place in teachers August 18mailbox

b. Set up tables and decorations Aug. 25c. Clean-up Aug. 25

ACTIVITY #2 – NATIONAL FFA WEEK TEACHER & STAFF APPRECIATON LUNCHEON

GOALS:1. To help promote a positive attitude among the faculty and staff

toward the FFA program.2. All elected officers in official dress serving.

ACTION PLAN:a. Save the date announcement Jan. 16b. Develop invitations Jan. 23c. Place in teacher mailboxes Feb. 3d. Develop shopping list Feb. 11e. Shop for lunch Feb. 12 f. Set-up tables Feb. 12 g. Staff luncheon Feb. 13 h. Clean-up Feb. 14

ACTIVITY #3 – NATIONAL FFA WEEK-Rally

GOALS:1. To help promote a positive attitude among the students and staff

toward the FFA program.2. To get the whole school involved in our organization and to

support us throughout the week.

ACTION PLAN:a. Contact DJ Nov. 16b. Talk to Administration About Date Jan. 10c. Develop games and script Jan.d. Rally Plan Completed Feb. 2 e. Fashion Show Plan Completed Feb. 2f. Run Through Rally Feb. 14 or 15g. Set-up Feb. 14 or 15h. Clean-up Feb. 14 or 15

ACTIVITY #4– NATIONAL FFA WEEK-Tractor Day/ Student LuncheonGOALS:

1 To get students involved in our program, as well as to advocate agriculture through displaying the equipment driven to school.

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2 To get at least 20 kids involved in driving a tractor/approved form of farm equipment to school.

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ACTIVITY #4– NATIONAL FFA WEEK-Tractor Day/ Student Luncheon (Continued)

ACTION PLAN:a. Talk to Police Department (have Route) Jan. 29b. Contact Park View & Ripon Elementary Schools Jan. 29c. Sign- ups Jan. 29 – Feb. 6d. Layout Driving Route Jan. 30e. Speak with Principal Jan. 30f. Lunch Meeting to Discuss route/rules etc. Feb. 7g. Shopping Feb. 21

ACTIVITY #5 – NATIONAL FFA WEEK- Car & Truck ShowGOALS:

1 To get non-FFA members involved with current FFA members to promote the program as well as involve the entire student body.

2 To get 20 or more students involved.

ACTION PLAN:a. To have Categories Picked Jan. 19 b. To have Sign-Up Sheet Posted Jan. 29- Feb. 9c. To have Judges Picked Feb. 2d. Lunch Meeting (for participants) Feb. 14e. Car and Truck Show Feb. 22

ACTIVITY #6 – NATIONAL FFA WEEK-Dress up Days

GOALS:1 To get promote our organization to the whole school. 2 To make sure the dress up days are fun for everyone.3 To utilize social media to promote the theme for each day.

ACTION PLAN:a. Discuss and select theme/colors for days Feb. 2b. Make posters/social media announce Feb. 12 c. Dress up days fashion preview Feb. 14 or 15d. Announce and distribute candy for dressing Feb. 20-23

DIVISION II – BUILDING COMMUNITIES5. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

OVERALL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN: Janie Chapin

DEFINITION: Activities conducted to improve the economic welfare of the community

ACTIVITY #1 – CHAPTER BUDGETGOALS:

1. To maintain a $2,000 carry over from year to year.

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2. To meet the expenses required to maintain an active and viable FFA Chapter.

ACTIVITY #1 – CHAPTER BUDGET (Continued)ACTION PLAN:

a. Keep chapter funds in school account 8/1/17 – 6/2/18b. Treasurer will keep track of expenses 8/11/17 – 6/2/18

and receiptsc. Treasurer gives financial report Each monthly mtg.d. Vote on 2018/19 budget (Reserve & General) April 12

DIVISION III – STRENGTHENING AGRICULTURE1. SUPPORT GROUP


DEFINITION: Activities conducted to develop and maintain positive relations among FFA, parents, and community leaders interested in supporting agricultural education

ACTIVITY #1 – COWS, CARBS, AND COCKTAILS DINNERGOALS:

1. To have a minimum of 20 members and officer team set-up.2. To have a minimum of 25 parent volunteers assist with the

organization, set-up with the dinner.3. To make a net profit of $10,000 for the dinner.

ACTION PLAN:a. Turn in fundraiser request Aug. 14b. Ticket sales letter to parent Sept. 1c. Design and print tickets Sept. 1d. Advertise/promote tickets Sept. 1e. Distribute and start ticket sales Sept. 12 – Oct. 31f. Secure Food donations Sept. 22g. Contract D.J. Sept. 29h. Secure supplies Oct. 17i. Obtain PO for misc. items Oct. 17j. Make sign-up sheet for set-up Oct. 13k. Make centerpieces Nov. 13-17l. Turn in cash box request Nov. 3m. turn in unsold tickets and money Nov. 17n. Decorate/set-up room Dec. 1 @ 3p.m.o. Pick up cash boxes Dec. 1p. Complete revenue report Dec. 4q. Send thank you’s to donors & Parent Help Oct. – Dec.

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ACTIVITY #2 – COWS, CARBS, AND COCKTAILS SILENT AUCTIONGOALS:

1. To have at least 25 different donors give contributions that will be used for the silent auction.

2. Silent auction will profit at least $6000 and be put on by parent volunteers and advisors.

3. Put up power point slideshow of member activities.

ACTION PLAN:a. Donation online application 90 days prior Aug. 21b. Donation letter for out of town mailing Aug. 21c. Donation letter for local mailing Sept. 11d. Donation online application 60 day prior Sept. 18e. Donor forms and bid sheets updated Sept. 25f. Arrange and pick up donations Oct. 16- Nov. 9g. Secure parent help Oct. 20h. Secure final Donations/Set- up Items Nov. 13-17i. Send out thank-you’s Oct. – Nov.j. Set up auction 3pm Dec. 1k. Hold auction 7pm Dec. 1l. Call on auction items not paid for that Dec. 4

nightm. Complete silent auction revenue report Dec. 4

ACTIVITY #3 – COWS, CARBS, AND COCKTAILS DESSERT AUCTIONGOALS:

1. To have at least 25 different donors bake a homemade dessert that will be auctioned off after the completion of dinner.

2. Dessert auction will profit at minimum of $3000 and be put on by parent volunteers and advisors.

ACTION PLAN:a. Contract Auctioneer Sept. 29b. Parent volunteer/ Dessert auction letter Oct. 10c. Donor forms and bid sheets developed Oct. 12d. Select 25 desserts Nov. 3e. Develop dessert auction brochure Nov. 13f. Set up display Dec. 1 @ 3 p.m.g. Hold auction Dec. 1 @ 7 p.m.h. Bill for auction items not paid for that night Dec. 4

ACTIVITY #4 – RIPON LIVESTOCK BOOSTERS SPONSORS FOR COUNTY FAIR

GOALS:1. To secure $1000 worth of sponsorship.2. To contact 60 individuals/business to obtain sponsorship for the

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3. To have 50% of the members who exhibited at the fair assist with the Ripon Livestock buyer/sponsor dinner.

ACTIVITY #4 – RIPON LIVESTOCK BOOSTERS SPONSORS FOR COUNTY FAIR (Continued

ACTION PLAN:a. Members are informed of obligation to Feb. 6

secure sponsors for the Ripon LivestockBoosters

b. Obtain forms from the boosters April 3c. Meet with members to pass out paperwork April 17d. Collect sponsorships April – May e. Forms mailed to boosters May- Junef. Members send thank-yous to sponsors 1-2 weeks after notice g. Set-up and clean-up for boosters TBA

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ACTIVITY #5 – FIREWORKS BOOTH GOALS:

1. Gain support from new parents and continue having support from previous parents.

2. Make sure that and legal are aware of dates available to work for the fireworks booth.

3. To make sure that parents and students are aware that hours worked benefit the students.

ACTION PLAN:a. Parent Letter explaining Fundraising needs Sept. 13

How they can help with activitiesb. Get parent email list Oct. 16c. Generate past volunteer list and letter Feb. 23d. Update and mail out letter that explains March 1

Scrip sales and fireworks shift schedulee. Send out final reminder to save the date May 1f. Make posts on social media about events May 1 g. Provide copies of schedule and sign up dates to May 1

anybody who wants to helph. Summer fund raising request submitted May 11i. Cash box request submitted May 11j. Advertise at the end of the year banquet the May 18

opportunity to helpk. Provide updates of schedule as people sign up Weekly after May

18l. Thank you letters sent out July 23

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DIVISION III – STRENGTHENING AGRICULTURE2. CHAPTER RECRUITMENT

OVERALL COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN: Madison Hoogendoorn

DEFINITION: Activities conducted to increase agricultural education enrollment and/or FFA membership and encourage greater participation

ACTIVITY #1 – MONTHLY OFFICER CLASSROOM VISITGOALS:

1. To have at least one officer visit the classrooms the first Wednesday of every month

2. Inform students about that month’s activity.3. Form a more personal relationship with students.

ACTION PLAN:a. Plan monthly officer visits Aug.b. Planning meeting for visit Prior to first of monthc. Visit classrooms 1st Wed. of the month

ACTIVITY #2 – 8 th GRADE RECRUITMENT GOALS:

1. To have no less than ten FFA members participate in presenting at 8th Grade Recruitment.

2. To have 75 incoming freshman enroll in an entry level Ag class.3. Have all officer be in official dress and participate.

ACTION PLAN:a. Form committee Feb. 9b. Turn in purchase requisition for Feb. 13

promotional items c. Sign–ups for station(courses) leaders and Feb. 13

group leaders d. Update department brochure Feb. 21e. Secure FFA items for display Feb. 21f. Update PowerPoint of activities Feb. 21g. Prepare necessary materials Feb. 27h. 8th grade recruitment Mar. 6i. 8th Grade parent night Mar. 7

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ACTIVITY #3 – MAIN STREET DAY AG AWARENESSGOALS:

1. To involve at least 20 FFA members in set-up, presenting, and clean-up.2. To display an activity that will allow children to get involved and learn.

ACTION PLAN:a. Secure date and time with Chamber of Sept.

Commerceb. Make student sign-ups Sept. 18c. Hang student sign-ups in classrooms Sept. 18d. Pick up materials 1 week beforee. Set up display 6am Oct. 21f. Clean-up 4pm Oct. 21

ACTIVITY #4 – HOMECOMING FLOATGOALS:

1. Advocate our organization to the community by making a homecoming float and participating in the parade.

ACTION PLAN:a. Make sign-up sheets for committee Aug. 31b. Hold a committee meeting Sept. 2c. Request use of the trailer Sept. 1d. Request Driver Sept. 1e. Purchase decorations Sept. 8f. Hold work days Sept. 10- Sept. 14

g. Participate in parade Sept. 15

DIVISION III – STRENGTHENING AGRICULTURE3. SAFETY


DEFINITION: Activities that enhance safety in the community

ACTIVITY #3 – GENERAL FARM AND TRACTOR SAFETYGOALS:

1. To expose Ripon Unified School District 3rd graders of the dangers surrounding farm equipment.

2. To ensure that all Ripon Unified School District 3rd graders understand all concepts of agriculture.

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ACTIVITY #3 – GENERAL FARM AND TRACTOR SAFETY (Continued)ACTION PLAN:

a. Contact people to bring the equipment April 6b. Select station leader April 6c. Contact companies to donate supplies to help April 19

educate 3rd grade studentsd. Collect supplies April 26e. Collect equipment for the school farm April 26f. Set up/Rehearse pres. May 30g. Farm day set-up, presentations May 1

DIVISION III – STRENGTHENING AGRICULTURE4. AGRICULTURAL ADVOCACY


DEFINITION: Activities conducted to articulate and promote agricultural programs, practices, policies and/or education to elicit action.

ACTIVITY #1 – SOCIAL MEDIA GOALS:

1. To post to our social media sites at least once a week 2. To increase the number of followers 3. To post to our snap chat throughout our events

ACTION PLAN:

a. Plan at least two days ahead of the activity TBAb. Use the photography committee for the Instagram TBA

DIVISION III – STRENGTHENING AGRICULTURE5. AGRICULTURAL LITERACY


DEFINITION: Activities that help consumers become better informed about the production, distribution and daily impact of food, fiber and fuel.

ACTIVITY #1 – AG VENTURESGOALS:

1. To get 12 students to attend the event and have 6 groups of 22. To educate the kids are dairy products and the dairy industry

ACTION PLAN:a. Contact Krista McCoon about information Oct. 2/Dec. 15b. Select students to attend Oct. 9/Dec. 15

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c. Get posters together Oct. 25-27/Jan. 15

d. Get props and visual aids Oct. 2/Jan. 15e. Rehearsal Day Nov. 1/ Jan. 16f. Manteca/Stockton Nov. 2/Jan. 17

ACTIVITY #2 – ELEMENTARY FARM DAYGOALS:

1. To expose 100% of Ripon Unified School District 3rd graders to agriculture.

2. To have 40 members assist in set-up, leading groups, conducting stations, and clean-up.

ACTION PLAN:a. Contact schools March 28b. Arrange for transportation April 3c. Determine number of stations April 3d. Select station leaders April 14e. Collect supplies April 16f. Develop day plan April 5g. PO for food 2 weeks priorh. Set up/Rehearse pres. April 30i. Farm day set-up, presentations May 1

RIPON FFA CHAPTER INFO

FFA Career Development Events – Leadership/Speech Development● Best Informed Greenhand (Freshmen Only)● Opening/Closing Ceremonies ● Creed Recitation (Freshmen Only)● Impromptu (Sophomore Only)● Extemporaneous Public Speaking ● Prepared Public Speaking● Parliamentary Procedure – Novice (Freshmen/Sophomore who have

never competed)● Parliamentary Procedure – Advance

FFA Career Development Events – Job Ready Skill Development● Agriculture Mechanics● Cooperative Marketing ● Farm Records● Farm Power● Job Interview

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● Poultry Judging● Small Engines

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Officer Roles & Responsibilities President 1. Preside over meetings according to accepted rules of parliamentary procedure. 2. Appoint committees and serve on them as an ex-officio, non-voting member 3. Coordinate the activities of the chapter and evaluate the progress of each

division of the Program of Work (POW) 4. Represent the chapter in public relations and official functions.

Vice-President 1. Assume all duties of the president if necessary 2. Develop the POW and serve as an ex-officio, non-voting member of the

POW committees 3. Coordinate all committee work 4. Work closely with the president and advisor to assess progress toward

meeting chapter goals. 5. Establish and maintain a chapter resource file

Secretary 1. Prepare and post the agenda for each chapter meeting 2. Prepare and present the minutes of each chapter meeting 3. Place all committee reports in the designated area on the FFA Chapter

Drive: Secretary, Treasurer & Program of Work or the computer software 4. Be responsible for chapter correspondence 5. Maintain member attendance and activity records 6. Have on hand for each meeting

a. FFA Chapter Books: Secretary, Treasurer, and Program of Work or the computer software

b Copy of the POW including all standing and special committees c. Official FFA Manual and Student Handbook d. Copy of the Chapter constitution and bylaws

Treasurer 1. Receive, record, and deposit FFA funds and issue receipts 2. Present monthly treasurer reports at chapter meetings 3. Collect dues and special assessments 4. Maintain a neat and accurate FFA Chapter Handbook: Secretary,

Treasurer, and Program of work.5. Prepare and submit the membership roster and dues to the National FFA

Organization through the State FFA Association office in cooperation with the secretary

6. Serve as the chairperson of the earnings and savings committee 7. Ex-officio on fundraising committee

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Reporter 1. Plan public information programs with local radio, television, newspaper

and service clubs and make use of other opportunities to tell the FFA story.

2. Release news and information to local and regional news media. 3. Publish a chapter newsletter. 4. Send local stories to area, district and state reporters. 5. Send articles and photographs to FFA New Horizons and other national

and regional publications. 6. Work with local media on radio and television appearances and FFA news.

Sentinel 1. Assist the president in maintaining order. 2. Keep the meeting room, chapter equipment and supplies in proper

condition. 3. Welcome guests and visitors. 4. Keep the meeting room comfortable. 5. Take charge of candidates for degree ceremonies. 6. Assist with special features and refreshments. 7. Maintain and update the chapter points for the point award system8. Develop and maintain a scrapbook of memorabilia in which to record the

chapter’s activities

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2017-2018 Chapter Budget (Proposed)General FFA Account

Activity Receipt Expenses IncomeFFA All Member T-Shirts 2,500.00$ 2,500.00$ -$ Leadership T-Shirts 400.00$ 400.00$ -$ Recreation for Meeting *Corn Maze (70@$10/ ea.) 350.00$ 977.00$ (627.00)$ *Laser Tag (70@$10/ ea.) -$ 700.00$ (700.00)$ *Taco Truck (100@$5/ ea.) -$ 500.00$ (500.00)$ Meeting Refreshments and Food -$ 200.00$ (200.00)$ Misc. Operating Expenses -$ 300.00$ (300.00)$ Convelesant Seasonal Activities -$ 150.00$ (150.00)$ Official FFA J ackets and Accessories 1,500.00$ 1,500.00$ -$ Scrap Book/ Shadow Box Supplies -$ 100.00$ (100.00)$ Stamps and Envelopes -$ 400.00$ (400.00)$ Teacher/ Staff Luncheon -$ 1,000.00$ (1,000.00)$ Delta Cal Section FFA dues -$ 250.00$ (250.00)$ COLC -$ 60.00$ (60.00)$ Main Street Day -$ 50.00$ (50.00)$ Annual Cows and Carbs Dinner 27,000.00$ 8,000.00$ 19,000.00$ Postage Paper Products Food not Donated Decorations DJ -SoundGiving Tree -$ 1,200.00$ (1,200.00)$ J udging team supplies -$ 2,000.00$ (2,000.00)$ Almond Blossom Parade -$ 150.00$ (150.00)$ 8th Grade Recruitment -$ 300.00$ (300.00)$ Placemat Sales/ student leadership 500.00$ 500.00$ -$ ASB Fundraiser 1,100.00$ 1,100.00$ Elementary Farm Days -$ 500.00$ (500.00)$ Livestock SAE's 3,600.00$ 3,600.00$ -$ Awards Banquet- Dinner -$ 750.00$ (750.00)$ Awards Banquet- Awards -$ 2,000.00$ (2,000.00)$ Spring FFA Point Award Trip -$ 500.00$ (500.00)$ FFA Officer Training Retreat -$ 300.00$ (300.00)$

Totals 36,950.00$ 28,887.00$ 8,063.00$

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Reserve FFA Account

Activity Receipt Expenses IncomeFireworks Fire Permit -$ 250.00$ (250.00)$ Temporary Resale License -$ 400.00$ (400.00)$ Lot Deposit 250.00$ 250.00$ -$ Fireworks Sale 24,000.00$ 12,000.00$ 12,000.00$ Lodging Chico Parli Pro 180.00$ 450.00$ (270.00)$ UC Davis Parli Pro Field Day 180.00$ 720.00$ (540.00)$ Chico Field Day 240.00$ 720.00$ (480.00)$ State Conference 2,700.00$ 3,400.00$ (700.00)$ Cal Poly Field Day 420.00$ 1,100.00$ (680.00)$ J udging Team Entry Fees Mariposa Speaking 20.00$ (20.00)$ Chico Field Day 260.00$ (260.00)$ Chico Parli Pro 140.00$ (140.00)$ Le Grange Field Day 125.00$ (125.00)$ UC Davis Field Day 340.00$ (340.00)$ Arbuckle 320.00$ (320.00)$ Merced Field Day 160.00$ (160.00)$ MJ C Parli Pro 155.00$ (155.00)$ MJ C Field Day 235.00$ (235.00)$ HeLPer Contest 30.00$ (30.00)$ CSU Fresno Field Day 490.00$ (490.00)$ Cal Poly Field Day 285.00$ (285.00)$ Leadership Conference Registration Greenhand Conference 450.00$ 450.00$ -$ Made for Excellence 1,000.00$ 1,500.00$ (500.00)$ Advance Leadership Academy 1,000.00$ 1,500.00$ (500.00)$ Sacramento Leadership Experience 300.00$ (300.00)$ State Conference 2,500.00$ 3,000.00$ (500.00)$ National Convention Only 4,500.00$ 5,000.00$ (500.00)$ National Convention w/ Washington D.C. 6,500.00$ 7,500.00$ (1,000.00)$ Conference Scholarships 1,200.00$ (1,200.00)$ Awards - Leadership Star Chapter (National Conv.Trip) 1,150.00$ 1,150.00$ -$ Star Greenhand (State Conf. Trip) 250.00$ 250.00$ -$ FFA J acket & Accessories -$ 204.00$ (204.00)$

Totals 45,320.00$ 43,904.00$ 1,416.00$

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Ripon FFA Point Award System 2017-2018

Semester Reward = Top 50 Students will receive a free lunch upon returning to school at the beginning of 2nd semesterYear End Reward = Top 30 students will be eligible to go on an all-expenses paid day trip the week after school dismisses for summer break (Location will be determined by the officer team). Star Greenhand (Freshmen) = Award is a paid trip to the Made for Excellence Conference for the upcoming school year. This award is given to the most active freshmen member who obtains the most points by the end of the current school year. Star Chapter (Sophomores) = Award is a paid trip to the California State FFA Convention for the upcoming school year. This award is given to the most active sophomore who obtains the most points by the end of the current school year. Outstanding Junior: Award is a paid trip to the National FFA Convention and Expo for the upcoming school year. This award is given to the most active junior who obtains the most points by the end of the current school year. Outstanding Senior: Award is a paid scholarship for the student to use for their post-high school endeavors. This award is given to the most active senior who obtains the most points by the end of the school year. Points will be based on sign-in sheets that are completed at each activity. These sheets are submitted to the Chapter Sentinel and recorded in the current Point Awards spreadsheet

Meeting Points● Local Monthly Meeting 5● Sectional Meeting 5● Regional Meeting 10● State Conference 5● National Convention 10● Voting Delegate 5● Band/Choir/Talent at State or National Convention 5

Committee Work: Examples included – Recycling, Recruitment, 8th Grade Parent Night, Cows, Carbs, and Cocktails Dinner, National FFA Week, Homecoming, Giving Tree, Main Street Day, Ag Ventures, Elementary Farm Day

● Committee Chairperson 5● Committee Member 2

Chapter Work● Points per two hours of Chapter Work(Max 500pts.) 1

Degrees of Membership (Must attend ceremony to acquire points)● Greenhand 5● Chapter Farmer 5● State Farmer 15

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● Local Chapter 10● Delta-Cal Section 15● Central Region 20

Proficiency & Agri-Entrepreneurship Award● Sectional Application 5● Regional Application 10● State Interview 15

Leadership Conferences● COLC (Chapter Officer Leadership Conf.) 10● Greenhand 5● Made For Excellence 5● Advanced Leadership Academy 5● Sacramento Leadership Experience 10

Teams to include: Judging CDE’s, Parliamentary Procedure, Opening/Closing, Creed, Impromptu, COOP, Best Informed Greedhand, Job Interview, Public Speaking

● Other Contest 5● Non-participating Team Member due to number constraints 3● Sectional Contest 10● Non-participating Team member due to number constraints 8● Regional Contest 15● Non-participating Team member due to number constraints 13● State Contest 20● Non-participating Team member due to number constraints 18● Practice 5● If you or the team receives recognition for the overall contest 5

Project Competition● Chapter Participation 5● Best Novice 10● Best Advanced 10

Fun Trips● Attend the Grand Nationals Rodeo 5

Fundraisers● Dinner tickets sold(Cows, Carbs, and Cocktails / ASB Dinner) 2● Fireworks Script sold (per ticket sold) 2

Fair Shows● Animal Exhibit (County Level) 5● Animal Exhibited (Above County – State Fair/Cow Palace) 10● Ag Project: Mechanics (County Level) 5● Ag Project: Mechanics (Above County – State Fair/Cow Palace 10

Note: Consideration will be given for activities and awards earned by members not listed on the Point Awards must be submitted to the advisors. The executive team will determine if points will be awarded and what the point value will be.

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