Chapter Officers

Chapter officers serve a vital function in the FFA organization. By taking a major leadership role, these students grow from the experience and benefit the chapter. It should be the officers' goal to lead by example and encourage other members to participate in chapter activities. The following are general duties expected of all officers.

1. A commitment to a genuine desire to be a part of a leadership team.
2. A willingness to accept responsibility.
3. A sincere desire to work with all chapter members in meeting their leadership, personal and chapter goals.
4. A commitment to lead by example.
5. A knowledge and understanding of the chapter, state and national FFA constitutions and bylaws.
6. A working knowledge of parliamentary procedure.
7. An ability to memorize their parts in the official ceremonies.

Specific Duties for Each Office:

President

1. Preside over meetings according to accepted rules of parliamentary procedure.
2. Appoint committees and serve on them as an ex-officio (non-voting) member.
3. Coordinate the activities of the chapter and evaluate the progress of each division of the Program of Activities.
4. Represent the chapter in public relations and official functions.

Vice President

1. Assume all duties of the president if necessary.
2. Develop the Program of Activities and serve as an ex-officio (non voting) member of the POA committees.
3. Coordinate all committee work.
4. Work closely with the president and advisor to assess progress toward meeting chapter goals.
5. Establish and maintain a chapter resource file.

Secretary

1. Prepare and post the agenda for each chapter meeting.
2. Prepare and present the minutes of each chapter meeting.
3. Place all committee reports in the designated area in the Official FFA Chapter Secretary's Book.
4. Be responsible for chapter correspondence.
5. Maintain member attendance and activity records and issue membership cards.
6. Keep the Program of Activities wall chart up-to-date.
7. Have on hand for each meeting:

a. Official FFA Chapter Secretary's Book including minutes of the previous meeting.
b. Copy of the Program of Activities including all standing and special committees.
c. Official FFA Manual and Student Handbook.
d. Copies of the chapter constitution and bylaws.

Treasurer

1. Receive, record and deposit FFA funds and issue receipts.
2. Present monthly treasurer's reports at chapter meetings.
3. Collect dues and special assessments.
4. Maintain a neat and accurate Official FFA Chapter Treasurer's Book.
5. Prepare and submit the membership roster and dues to the National FFA Organization in cooperation with the secretary.
6. Serve as chairperson of the earnings and savings committee.

Reporter

1. Plan public information programs with local radio, television, newspaper and service clubs and make use of other opportunities to tell the FFA story.
2. Release news and information to local and regional news media.
3. Publish a chapter newsletter.
4. Prepare and maintain a chapter scrapbook.
5. Send local stories to area, district and state reporters.
6. Send articles and photographs to FFA New Horizons and other national and/or regional publications.
7. Work with local media on radio and television appearances and FFA news.
8. Serve as the chapter photographer.

Sentinel

1. Assist the president in maintaining order.
2. Keep the meeting room, chapter equipment and supplies in proper condition.
3. Welcome guests and visitors.
4. Keep the meeting room comfortable.
5. Take charge of candidates for degree ceremonies.
6. Assist with special features and refreshments.

Advisor

1. Supervise chapter activities year-round.
2. Inform prospective students and parents about the FFA.
3. Instruct students in leadership and personal development.
4. Build school and community support for the program.
5. Encourage involvement of all chapter members in activities.
6. Prepare students for involvement in contests and awards programs.