Kimberly FFA. Chapter Officer Application

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1 Kimberly FFA Chapter Officer Application The Process: 1. Complete the attached officer application. It is highly suggested that you type your application. The application is a word document. 2. Submit a completed application with all appropriate signatures to an Advisor before 12:00 pm April 11 th. 3. A non-partisan nominating committee will select all officers. The committee will consist of one retiring senior FFA Officer, one junior member, one sophomore member, one freshman member, and one alumni/advisory board member and one adult at large. 4. The nominating committee will interview each candidate. From the candidates interviewed, the committee will select and recommend a slate of officers. 5. Officer interviews will occur starting at 3:45 on April 11 th in the ag building, officers should be in official dress. Interview times will be established upon turning in your officer application. 6. Members should be in official dress and should be prepared for a 15 minute interview. 7. The slate of officers will be installed, during the Chapter Banquet on April 18, using the officer installation ceremonies outlined in the Official FFA Manual. All new officers must be present for the installation ceremony. Requirements and Expectations: 1. All officers are required to attend Chapter meetings, unless prior arrangements have been made. Meeting dates and times will be set prior to the start of the school year. 2. It should be understood that Chapter officers are role models for the other Chapter membersyour participation in Chapter activities, community service, CDEs, and Proficiency applications sets the tone for the rest of the Chapter. Positive behavior, both in and out of the classroom, is expected of Chapter Officers at all times. 3. Attend a 3 day Summer Chapter Officer Training (TBD) 4. Maintain a GPA of 2.0 or higher 5. Memorize his/her officer part for opening and closing ceremonies prior to opening ceremonies CDE. 6. Willing to uphold school and district policies 7. Maintain a clean discipline and attendance record. 8. Submit application by deadline 9. Accept and carry out all responsibilities of your elected office. 10. Refrain from the use, possession, concealment, of alcoholic beverages, narcotic drugs or controlled substance, or tobacco products.

2 Kimberly FFA Officer Duties President Oversee all FFA Activities Preside over officer and chapter meetings Meet and communicate with advisors regularly Prepare agendas, in cooperation with secretary, for meetings Memorize opening ceremonies Handling all FFA public relations Vice President Preside over officer and chapter meetings in the absence of the president Compile, submit, and disseminate the Chapter POA Memorize opening ceremonies Prepare and submit the National Chapter Application Secretary Keep accurate records of all meetings Type up minutes from all meetings and post them on the Chapter Web Page Assist in the submission of the FFA roster Memorize opening ceremonies Treasure Submit FFA Roster Obtain a financial update prior to meetings Organize, publicize and collect FFA Greenhand and chapter degree applications Memorize opening ceremonies Reporter Take pictures or appoint a camera person for all events Create chapter year in review for banquet Publish articles for school webpage and press release Memorize opening ceremonies parts

3 Sentinel Set-up rooms or event locations Organize chapter meeting refreshments Historian Organize chapter history Assist the reporter in gathering chapter pictures Create the chapter scrapbook Web Design Specialist Keep FFA webpage current and up to date with chapter happenings Use technology to keep members up to date on chapter happenings

4 Name Current Grade Level Years in FFA Total Years in Agriculture Courses Previous FFA Office Held Kimberly FFA Chapter Chapter Officer Application Rank your top three positions desired, with on being the most desired Officers Positions President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Reporter Sentinel Historian Web Design Specialist Please mark one: I AGREE to serve in any position the nominating committee and/or the FFA membership feels I am fit. I understand that I may be elected to a position that is not my top choice but I understand that all positions are important and that all leadership team members work together to lead the FFA. I agree to do my best in any position that I am elected to and will not complain about it. I DO NOT AGREE to serve as an FFA officer or committee chair unless I am elected into one of the offices I desire. Because of this, I understand that the nominating committee may choose to not slate me into any position. I absolutely DO NOT want the following office or offices (please list and state why)

5 What do you consider to be the most important quality of an FFA Officer? Briefly state the qualities you possess that qualify you for a chapter leadership position? If you were elected to a chapter leadership position, what would be your main goal for the chapter? What makes you a good candidate for officer in the Kimberly FFA Chapter? What ideas do you have for increasing FFA member involvement? What do you personally want to accomplish in the FFA during the upcoming year?

6 List your top five FFA activities that you have participated in above the chapter level? Examples: contests or CDEs, conferences, conventions, county fair, etc. Activity Year(s) List your top chapter level FFA activities that you have participated in at the chapter level? Activity Years(s) Briefly describe your SAE project and your future plans and foals for your project?

7 What other clubs/organizations are you involved in? Club/Organization Year(s) What leadership positions have you held in these other organizations? Club/Organization Year(s) What athletics are you involved in? Sport Year(s)

8 2016 Kimberly FFA Officer Signature Page I have read and understand the roles and responsibilities of each FFA office and agree to follow through and uphold those duties if elected to that office. Yes No I understand that if I violate school policies and/or the FFA Code of Conduct, I will be asked to resign my officer position. Yes No It is mandatory that you attend 90% of the FFA meetings and activities, unless prior approval has been obtained from an advisor. Are you willing to commit to this time allocation? Yes No As an FFA officer I will never be found or associated with any liquor, tobacco, drugs, unlawful conduct, or other misbehavior deemed disrespectful to the Kimberly FFA and my fellow FFA officers. I will represent the Kimberly FFA as respectful and honorable as is needed of me. Please initial the following: I have read and understand the election process. I have read and understand the expectation of a Kimberly FFA Officer. Date Submitted Signed Officer Candidate s signature I understand as a parent that my student's election to an FFA Office comes with an increased amount of commitment to the Kimberly FFA Chapter. I have reviewed the application and responsibilities and will support my son or daughter in this leadership opportunity. Parent/ Guardian s Signature