FFA
What is FFA?
FFA is a student organization for those interested in agriculture and leadership.
Who can Join?
Any student who is enrolled in agricultural education is eligible for membership. You DO NOT have to wait until you have agriculture to join FFA. As long as you are in the agriculture class for one quarter, you are eligible to join FFA.
What We Do
The Carver Middle FFA Chapter participates in a variety of activities that covers Growing Leaders, Building Communities, and Strengthening Agriculture.
Members have the opportunity to attend monthly meetings; area, state, and national conferences; and Summer Leadership Camp. Members can also compete in career development events (CDE’s) that include Horse Judging, Forestry, Livestock Judging, Lawnmower Operations, and more!
Career & Leadership Development Events (CDE/LDE)
CDEs & LDEs help students develop the abilities to think critically, communicate clearly and perform effectively in a competitive job market.
Carver Middle FFA members have the opportunity to participate in CDEs & LDEs ranging from floral design to dairy cattle evaluation. Some events allow students to compete as individuals, while others allow them to compete in teams.
Below is a list of CDE’s/LDE’s that Carver Middle FFA members can participate in at the middle school level.
Agricultural Technology & Equipment ID
Conduct of Chapter Meetings
Creed Speaking
Dairy Cattle Evaluation
Environmental Natural Resources
FFA Quiz
Floral Design
Floriculture
Forestry
Forestry Field Day
Horse Evaluation
Land Judging
Lawnmower Operations & Maintenance
Livestock Evaluation
Meats Evaluation
Nursery/Landscape
Poultry Evaluation
Prepared Public Speaking
Veterinary Science
Wildlife Management
Benefits of Joining FFA
Making new friends
Becoming a leader
Traveling
Earning money and awards including scholarships
Being a part of a team
Having fun
Making positive choices
Targeting career success
Serving your community
Outstanding conferences and conventions
Students who are interested in joining should see Mr. Holman in room 230 for a membership application. Dues are only $25, which cover the students' national and state dues. Your student’s dues can be paid through MyPayments Plus.