Starting a New Agriculture Education Program / FFA Chapter
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To start an FFA chapter, you first begin by establishing an agricultural education program at your school. It’s even possible that a program once existed at your school and now is a prime time for relaunch.
The following 8 steps to Start an Agriculture Education Program (with helpful PDF downloads) will help you navigate the process for establishing a quality ag education program. We definitely encourage you to reach out to available resources to help you along the journey
Resources from National FFA Organization for new FFA Chapters.
Contact:
Matthew Eddy
Agriculture Education Consultant / State FFA Advisor
Iowa Department of Education
[email protected]
515-720-8863 cell
Ag Instructors: If you already have agricultural education courses established and want to apply for a new charter - complete the Form Link below:
Submit the following:
- List of Chapter members (sorted by grade)
- List of Officers
- Program of Activities (Including a Chapter Budget)
- Chapter Constitution
- National FFA Excel Form (spreadsheet)
Along with contact information for Principal, Superintendent, Local Newspaper to this form:
NEW CHAPTER CHARTER APPLICATION