Starting a New Agriculture Education Program / FFA Chapter

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. State FFA Staff are available to help guide you through the process. Please submit the following:

1. Contact information for Principal, Superintendent and Local Media
2. List of Chapter Members (sorted by grade) and Chapter Officers
3. Program of Activities (Sample POA Here)
4. Chapter Bylaws (Sample Bylaws Here)
5. National FFA Registration Form (Spreadsheet)