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.

 

NEW CHAPTER CHARTER APPLICATION

 

Ag Instructors: If you already have agricultural education courses established and want to apply for a new charter - complete the Form Link

Submit the following along with contact information for Principal, Superintendent, Local Newspaper:

1. List of Chapter members (sorted by grade)
2. List of Officers
3. Program of Activities (Including a Chapter Budget)
4. Chapter Bylaws (SAMPLE Bylaws HERE)
5. National FFA Excel Form (spreadsheet)

Contact with questions:

Matthew Eddy

Agriculture Education Consultant / State FFA Advisor

Iowa Department of Education

[email protected]

515-720-8863 cell