NOMINATION PAPER FOR WOODSTOWN FFA CHAPTER OFFICE Application Deadline: At 3:00 p.m. March 31 st. Officer Interviews (required): TBD: Will be held during the week of April 7 th. Please fill out to the best of your ability. This application MUST be typed! Name Grade in School Qualifications for Nomination: To participate in the Woodstown FFA Chapter Officer program, officer candidates must meet all of the eligibility requirements: 1. Have and maintain a 2.5 GPA or higher. 2. Have a B or better in all Agriculture classes. 3. Have and maintain a clean discipline and attendance record (cannot miss more than 5 unexcused days per semester.) 4. Have a signed, completed application on file with the chapter advisor. 5. Be a member of the Woodstown FFA chapter for the current school year. 6. Go through the chapter selection process (applying, screening, being elected). 7. Must hold the FFA Greenhand Degree or be receiving it at the current year s banquet. 8. Membership dues for the FFA are paid for the school year. 9. Must be in good standing with the Chapter. 10. Must memorize official ceremonies and be familiar with parliamentary procedure. RANK YOUR PREFERRED OFFICE FROM 1-6: (1 is the office you most prefer; 6 is the office you least prefer) PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER REPORTER SENTINEL List your reasons for wanting these particular offices List your qualifications, past honors, and your participation in FFA Activities: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
List participation in other school and community activities or organizations: Explain why your fellow FFA members should elect you as an officer in the Woodstown FFA Chapter: Code of Conduct: If elected to an FFA Chapter Office, I will: Student Initials Discipline: Parent Initials Woodstown FFA Officer Expectations: Attend all events required, and provide sufficient notice if I will be absent. Regularly write letters; thank you notes; reports and other correspondence, which are necessary and desirable. Forego all use of tobacco, alcohol, and drugs while involved in all official and unofficial activities. Have commitment, seriousness, and appropriateness of my actions as part of this program. Abide by the National FFA Code of Ethics and School Policies. Set an example for other members by my positive actions both inside and outside of the classroom and take part in all fundraising activities. Obtain and wear proper official dress at all meetings and official functions. Accept all responsibilities of the office I receive. Keep my family informed of what I am/our team is doing. Wear appropriate clothing to all events. Refrain from any activity that will negatively reflect on the FFA. Act appropriately during all trips, as school rules apply to any FFA trip. Maintain a positive attitude at all times and refrain from gossiping, even online. Offenses resulting in removal from Chapter Officer Team include but are not limited to: 1. Use and/or possession of alcohol or drugs, tobacco, stolen goods, weapons, etc. 2. Defiance or disrespect of advisor, administrator or other teacher. 3. Two consecutive grading periods below 2.5 GPA. 4. Fighting or excessive cursing. 5. Being assigned ISS or OSS.
Missing more than one of the following MANDATORY events per semester could result in removal from the officer team. Procedure for missing an event will be discussed during retreat. Participation in the following events is MANDATORY: 1. All chapter meetings 2. All officer meetings 3. Officer retreat 4. Fundraising events 5. Annual awards banquet Participation in CDEs, convention, etc. is expected so you can be up to date on current FFA and agriculture issues, and to better serve the members. Failure to meet the above requirements will result in: 1. Initial meeting with Mrs. Cobb to discuss and resolve the problem(s). 2. Meeting with Mrs. Cobb to discuss continued problem. 3. Removal/suspension from officer team. Personal Information: Address: Click here to enter text. City, Zip: Click here to enter text. Cell Phone: Click here to enter text. Do you text? Yes No Parent s Names: Click here to enter text. Birthday: Click here to enter text. Parent #: Click here to enter text. Favorite Color: Click here to enter text. Highest Degree Earned: Click here to enter text. Counselor s Signature and Current GPA: Signature GPA Briefly describe your SAE: Click here to enter text. Will you be working during the 2012-2013 school year? Yes No Between these two, which is your priority for the 2012-2013 school year? FFA Work If so, please indicate which days: Sun. Mon. Tues. Wed. Thurs. Fri. Sat. Will you be driving yourself during the 2012-2013 school year? Yes No If no, do you feel confident that you will be able to get to all events for the year? Yes No What prior obligations do you have for 2012-2013 that may interfere with an officer position? Click here to enter text.
What do you feel is the primary role of a chapter officer (any position)? Click here to enter text. Which area of the POA are you most interested in? Click here to enter text. Give your best fundraiser idea for next year: Click here to enter text. Give your best chapter meeting idea for next year: Click here to enter text. Give your best community service idea for next year: Click here to enter text. Check the three traits that you feel describe an ideal officer. Trustworthy Dependable Professional Ag Advocate Diligent Efficient Good Speaker Likeable Helpful Punctual Friendly Responsible Cooperative Mature Check the three traits that you find the most difficult to work with. Undependable Difficult/Disagreeable Unprofessional Immature Forgetful Poor Communicator Critical of Others Too Quiet/Shy Selfish Too Loud/Outgoing Describe your favorite FFA memory so far. Click here to enter text. Which part of your FFA jacket is the part of which you are most proud? Click here to enter text. If there is anything not already covered in the application that you would like the selection committee to hear, please include it below. Click here to enter text.
To qualify for an FFA office, you and a parent/guardian must read and agree to each of the following statements. Read each statement, and initial each to indicate your agreement. If you have a particular objection to one of the statements below, you may still qualify for an office by attaching a typewritten statement describing why you disagree with the statement. Student Parent Agrees Agrees I understand that a limited number of students may serve the chapter as an officer, and that this application is just the first step in the selection process. The process will include interviews, which are scheduled for the date and time mentioned at the top of the first page of this application. I understand that I will be required to attend this interview to be considered for an office. I understand the responsibilities of an FFA officer in general, and the responsibilities associated with the particular office(s) for which I am running. I will serve as an officer to the best of my ability. The FFA organization has high standards. I realize that it is a privilege, not a right, to serve as a chapter officer. I understand that behavior that is not consistent with that of a responsible officer may result my being removed from office in accordance with the FFA constitution. I meet one of the two following requirements: 1) I own an official FFA jacket and official dress, which includes a clean white dress shirt, an FFA tie or scarf (or a solid black or blue tie or scarf), black dress pants or skirt, black socks, and black dress shoes. Or 2) I agree to obtain these items (jacket and official dress) if elected to an office. I agree to attend all chapter meetings and officer meetings with reasonable regularity; I understand that missing or showing up late to more than two officer meetings, chapter meetings, or other events for which officer attendance is mandatory, without a prior excuse that has been cleared by the advisor, will result in an automatic and immediate vote of the members of the chapter on my removal from office. This vote will not take place in a regular FFA meeting polls will be open in the Ag Ed classroom for the duration of the school day that follows my second absence or tardy without a prior excuse. I agree that FFA members that hold an office should be held to a higher standard than other members. Therefore, if at any time during my term I am declared ineligible to participate in activities by Benton Community s School Administration due to a good conduct violation, academic ineligibility, or any other reason, I will permanently step down from my office. I agree to memorize my part in the opening ceremonies, regardless of what office I am elected to, by the time of the first FFA meeting of next school year. I agree to participate in all chapter officer training and planning sessions following my election. (This may include an overnight retreat) Officers are expected to contribute up to $50 toward expenses. All remaining expenses will be paid by the chapter except meals and incidentals) If elected to serve as an FFA officer, you will be a representative of your FFA Chapter and your school. You will also be a role model for other FFA members. Please obtain signatures from each of the following individuals, indicating that they feel you will be a good candidate for FFA office: FFA member FFA member FFA member FFA member FFA member school administrator (a principal or the activities director) By signing below, we certify that: 1. The information on this application is true and accurate 2. The student has parental permission to serve as a chapter officer if elected. 3. We will cooperate with the FFA member in any way possible to help them do the best job they are capable of doing as an officer. 4. We have read and agreed to each of the above statements. student date parent/guardian date
Woodstown FFA Officer Teacher Recommendation Three recommendations must be completed to be considered for FFA Chapter Office. Student Name: Is applying for an officer position in the Woodstown FFA for next school year and is requesting a reference from you. Thank you for taking the time to evaluate this student. If you are at WHS, please put this form in Mrs. Cobb s mailbox by March 31 st. Please check the appropriate section. Criteria Excellent Good Average Poor Academic Achievement Attendance/ Tardiness Self- Motivated Learner Completes work on time Leadership Qualities Acts Responsibly Communicates effectively Follows directions Works well w/ others Ambitious/ Goal Oriented Relationship w/ Teachers Hard Worker Class Conduct Creative/ Imaginative How long have you known this applicant? How does this student interact with peers? Additional Comments: I highly recommend I recommend I do not recommend Teacher Name: Date: Signature:
Woodstown FFA Officer Teacher Recommendation Three recommendations must be completed to be considered for FFA Chapter Office. Student Name: Is applying for an officer position in the Woodstown FFA for next school year and is requesting a reference from you. Thank you for taking the time to evaluate this student. If you are at WHS, please put this form in Mrs. Cobb s mailbox by March 31 st. Please check the appropriate section. Criteria Excellent Good Average Poor Academic Achievement Attendance/ Tardiness Self- Motivated Learner Completes work on time Leadership Qualities Acts Responsibly Communicates effectively Follows directions Works well w/ others Ambitious/ Goal Oriented Relationship w/ Teachers Hard Worker Class Conduct Creative/ Imaginative How long have you known this applicant? How does this student interact with peers? Additional Comments: I highly recommend I recommend I do not recommend Teacher Name: Date: Signature:
Woodstown FFA Officer Teacher Recommendation Three recommendations must be completed to be considered for FFA Chapter Office. Student Name: Is applying for an officer position in the Woodstown FFA for next school year and is requesting a reference from you. Thank you for taking the time to evaluate this student. If you are at WHS, please put this form in Mrs. Cobb s mailbox by March 31 st. Please check the appropriate section. Criteria Excellent Good Average Poor Academic Achievement Attendance/ Tardiness Self- Motivated Learner Completes work on time Leadership Qualities Acts Responsibly Communicates effectively Follows directions Works well w/ others Ambitious/ Goal Oriented Relationship w/ Teachers Hard Worker Class Conduct Creative/ Imaginative How long have you known this applicant? How does this student interact with peers? Additional Comments: I highly recommend I recommend I do not recommend Teacher Name: Date: Signature:
WOODSOTWN FFA CHAPTER OFFICER RULES & RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Officers must maintain a current and cumulative 2.5 grade point average or higher during the full term of office. Term of office is defined as Spring Banquet of year elected to Spring Banquet of the following year. 2. Officers must be committed to fulfilling their officer duties and responsibilities as outlined in the P.O.A. and the FFA Manual. These include, but are not limited to attending COLT, Summer & Mid Year Officer Retreats, and the Spring Banquet. Failure to attend these events may lead to removal from the officer team. 3. Officers will not use or possess any stolen goods, tobacco, alcohol or illegal drugs during any FFA activity or while wearing any part of the official FFA uniform. 4. Officers will not be late for meetings or evening curfew during any official FFA activity or conference. 5. Officers will not have a member of the opposite gender in a hotel/motel room during any FFA activity without prior permission from the advisor. 6. Officers will not use profane or abusive language during their time in office, while in the FFA uniform or during any official FFA function. 7. Officers will act professional, be a responsible citizen and treat others with respect at all times. 8. Officers will not miss an assigned responsibility without receiving prior approval from the chapter advisor. a. Excessive absences will result in removal from office. Excessive means missing more than 4 weekly meetings per semester and /or 1 chapter event per semester. b. Officers must notify the Chapter Advisor prior to being late or if they are unable to attend a meeting or event. Please call 609-774-4488 cell or email cobb.s@woodstown.org 9. Officers will give precedence to FFA over other activities when there is no chance to work out a compromise. You are the leaders of the chapter so remember to lead and accept the consequences. 10. Officers will wear full official dress during all official FFA activities. Official uniform for females consists of a skirt, not pants, along with the other official uniform items. See the FFA Manual with any questions.
11. Officers shall follow all school policies at all times. Defiance of a school official or fighting will result in removal from office. 12. Officers convicted of a serious legal offense or any other action that would bring discredit or embarrassment to the chapter or school will be dismissed from their office immediately by the Chapter Advisor. 13. Violations of the above rules will result in penalties to be decided by a school committee (School Administrator, FFA Advisor and other school officials), except as stated in rule number 11 and 12. Officers shall keep these rules in their Chapter Officer Binder to refer to at all times. I agree to abide by all of the above rules and fully understand the consequences if I violate the above rules. I agree to accept the decision of the Chapter Advisor or school committee in the event of a violation. Officer s Signature Date I have read the above rules and fully understand the consequences if my child breaks these rules. I also agree to accept the decision of the Chapter Advisor or school committee in the event of a violation. I understand that if my child is elected to office, I as a parent, must attend the Woodstown FFA Alumni meetings held once a quarter and help with all Woodstown FFA Alumni fundraisers. Parent s or Guardian s Signature Date