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  Curriculum Standards    
  Posted 12/4/2024 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  The Georgia Curriculum standards have a new home on the GaDOE website.  Please contact Christa Steinkamp (csteinkamp@gaaged.org) if you can not find what you are looking for.    
 

  GVATA Breakout sessions    
  Posted 10/30/2024 by GVATA  
  The GVATA Board is making plans for the 2025 GVATA Mid Winter Teachers Conference at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, GA.  If you have ideas or suggestions for the breakout sessions, please complete this form  
 

  GYFA at Sunbelt Expo    
  Posted 9/12/2024 by Georgia Young Farmers  
  The 2024 Sunbelt Ag Expo will be held on October 15-17, in Moultrie, GA. The Georgia Young Farmers will have their annual Que-Fest at the Sunbelt Ag Expo on Wednesday October 16, 2024, followed by a dinner that night. Stop by the Young Farmer tent for some sweet treats and visit with the local Young Farmer chapters as they compete for the best meat, best booth, and in a game of horse shoes.  
 

  Georgia FFA State Theme Reveal    
  Posted 8/12/2024 by Georgia FFA Association  
   
 

  Discovery Conferences!    
  Posted 8/7/2024 by Georgia FFA Association  
 

Click here for more information.
 
 

  2024-2025 Leadership Events    
  Posted 8/7/2024 by Georgia FFA Association  
 

Click here for more information on conferences!
 
 

  Professional Development: Animal Health and Veterinary Science (AHVS)    
  Posted 8/6/2024 by Georgia FFA Association  
 
An Animal Health and Vet Science (AHVS) BriefCASE will be hosted at UGA in Athens, GA on Jan 31-Feb 1, 2025. In this course, students apply veterinary skills to address practical challenges and gain an understanding of the intricate relationships between animal health and care. This event is only open to teachers in MS AL, GA, SC, NC, FL, LA, and TN. The application is due on September 10th, 2024. Each selected participant will receive a scholarship to go towards the event cost.
 
 

  YouScience Exam Catalog    
  Posted 5/8/2024 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  YouScience (formerly known as Precision) is updating its website. However, this is a direct link to the YouScience Exam Catalog  
 

  Convention Livestream    
  Posted 4/22/2024 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Be sure to save the Convention Livestream page for live videos, press release, social media press releases, pictures & more!   
 

  GPB Education: Georgia's Forests    
  Posted 4/16/2024 by Georgia FFA Association  
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It's going down... we're yelling timber! Join GPB Education and the Georgia Forestry Foundation for a live exploration of Georgia's forests. On May 7th from 10-10:30 am ET, we'll be live streaming this educational program from The Jones Center at Ichauway in Newton, Georgia.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
 
 

  Curriculum High School Link    
  Posted 3/6/2024 by Georgia FFA Association  
  We are working on the new website - which has caused the current high school curriculum link to not work correctly.  In the meantime, please use this link to access high school curriculum resources.  High School Curriculum Resources  
 

  Position Announcement: GYFA Administrative Assistant    
  Posted 3/5/2024 by Georgia Young Farmers  
  The Georgia Agricultural Education Program is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Administrative Assistant for the Georgia Young Farmer Education Program/South Region Agricultural Education Office. The position will be housed in the South Region Agricultural Education Office on the ABAC campus.  
 

  Attention CTAE Directors~Budget Request for Georgia Ag Ed Programs    
  Posted 3/5/2024 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  Please click here for FY25 Budget Request instructions (due April 1st)  
 

  Georgia Junior National Livestock Show page    
  Posted 2/20/2024 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  Please visit this link for stalling assignments and show orders.   
 

  Central Region Animal Science Area Teacher    
  Posted 2/14/2024 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  The Georgia Agricultural Education Program is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Animal Science Area Teacher in the Central Region Agricultural Education Office. Please contact Chris Corzine, Central Region Agricultural Education Region Director, for more information.  
 

  North Region Ag Ed Coordinator    
  Posted 2/9/2024 by Georgia FFA Association  
  North Region AgEd Coordinator

Please read the instructions carefully. All requested information must be received, or the system will not accept the application. Once you complete the application packet and send it to the website, please email Billy Hughes (bhughes@doe.k12.ga.us) and Ms. Gordon (vgordon@doe.k12.ga.us).

 
 

  Curriculum High School Link    
  Posted 1/29/2024 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  We are working on the new website - which has caused the current high school curriculum link to not work correctly.  In the meantime, please use this link to access high school curriculum resources. High School Curriculum Resources  
 

  GJNLS State Livestock Record Books    
  Posted 1/18/2024 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  All Breeding Heifer, Commercial Dairy Heifer, Market Beef, and Market Hog Record Book participants must be registered online by Ag Teacher/Agent or County Staff by close of business Friday, February 2. Record books can be found: Georgia FFA livestock page  
 

  Sad News - Dr. Maynard Iverson    
  Posted 10/11/2023 by Georgia Ag Ed  
 
Dr. Maynard Iverson recently passed away. He was a true friend to Georgia Agricultural Education. His efforts in recruiting and training agricultural education teachers continue in Georgia today.  There will be a Celebration of Life at St Steven's Catholic Church, 4827 S. Dobson Rd, in Sun Lakes, AZ on November 6, 11-12:30. If you can't attend, Dr. Iverson requested a donation to the Knights of Columbus (c/o St. Stevens) in his name, in lieu of flowers.
 
 

  GNFA Livestock Stalling Assignments    
  Posted 10/2/2023 by Georgia FFA Foundation  
  Stalling assignments for GNFA livestock shows has been sent to Ag teachers & Agents and posted on the livestock page.  Please contact the local Ag teacher or agent if you have questions.    
 

  Happy National Teach Ag Day    
  Posted 9/21/2023 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  Every day is ag day in agricultural education.  Today we celebrate all agricultural education. We are very proud of one of our own Georgia agricultural education teacher representing us at the NAAE celebration  Be sure to check their page for live broadcast! 

https://www.youtube.com/user/NatlAgEducators

 
 

  Congratulations to the Georgia FFA members who earned American Degree    
  Posted 8/14/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Congratulations to 157 Georgia FFA members who earned the 2023 American FFA Degree! Please check the list of American Degree recipients and the American Degree Recipient orientation packet. If a student has concern about the way their name/chapter are listed, they need to make contact with National FFA before Friday, September 1. To alert National FFA to an update to name/chapter, the student should email americandegree@ffa.org with a very clear description of the correction.  
 

  GVATA 2023 Award Winners videos are posted on GVATA Facebook page    
  Posted 8/4/2023 by GVATA  
   
 

  Who Represents You?    
  Posted 8/4/2023 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  Your legislators love to hear from you!  Find your representatives on this link.   
 

  2023 National FFA Delegate representative    
  Posted 5/25/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Each year the state FFA officer team serve as  delegates, and we seek other bright, hard working, high character young people to fill the remaining  delegate   spots. Please see the  2023 National Convention Delegate application. Applications are due June 15. Any high school student is eligible to apply, including 2023 graduates, but preference will be given to students who are rising 11th  and 12th graders and those who just graduated this year.  
 

  Chapter Officer Leadership Training (COLT)    
  Posted 5/11/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  The Georgia FFA Association will host two Chapter Officer Leadership Training (COLT) conferences in July and August. COLT conference online registration will open on Friday, May 19, in the Event Registration portion of the Georgia Agricultural Education/FFA website.  Please contact Ben Lastly with questions.    
 

  95th Georgia FFA Convention Live Streaming    
  Posted 4/25/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Convention livestream website contains livestreaming, session schedules and sponsors.  
 

  State Convention Talent Performers    
  Posted 4/10/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Congratulations to the   25 students/groups who have been identified to perform at the state FFA convention as part of the talent program in the main arena and the Career Show.   Advisors of these students will receive more information this week with details about your student’s onsite performance schedule and information that we will need from each student.   Thank you to all who nominated students for the talent program. If you have any questions, please let me know.  
 

  Your Place in Space Challenge    
  Posted 4/10/2023 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  The U.S. Department of Education recently launched the Your Place in Space Challenge, inspiring high school students to envision & pursue careers in the space industry. This is the first challenge in CTE Momentum, an annual challenge series to prepare high school students for rewarding careers and increase access to career and technical education. High schools are invited to submit designs for a product or service that will contribute to space missions and exploration.  
 

  Announcement of 2023 State Convention Ambassadors    
  Posted 4/10/2023 by Georgia FFA Foundation  
  We are excited to announce the selection of the State Convention Ambassador Program participants. We are extremely grateful for each of the 26 applications that we received this year! 

The list of selected participants is attached. These students and their advisors will receive more information about the Ambassador Program next week. 

Please join us in congratulating these 14 outstanding members for being selected to serve in this role!
 
 

  Now Available - Georgia FFA Foundation Scholarships    
  Posted 3/22/2023 by Georgia FFA Foundation  
  The Georgia FFA Foundation is excited to announce that we have THREE scholarship opportunities available for our graduating Georgia FFA members. Check this link for more information.  
 

  Past State Officer Reunion    
  Posted 3/22/2023 by Georgia FFA Foundation  
  Attention Past State Officers! It's Reunion Time! You are invited to the Past State Officer Reunion on Friday, April 28th, at the Centreplex in Macon. The reunion will be held during the 95th Georgia FFA State Convention! All past stateofficers will be recognized during the Third General Session at 3:00 p.m. After the session, a reception and brief program will be held in Ballrooms A & B. The reunion will conclude by 7:00 p.m.  
 

  2023-2024 Georgia Ag Ed Calendar    
  Posted 3/21/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
   
 

  Win a Prize for Participating in Ag Week    
  Posted 3/20/2023 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  It’s Ag Week. We hope you have some berry good activities planned with your students this week!! We want to see how you’re celebrating so please share your pictures and use #gaagweek2023. Georgia Farm Bureau has a Facebook page that you can also post your pictures to, Friends Of Georgia Farm Bureau. If you share a picture and use the hashtag you will be entered to win a copy of I LOVE Strawberries, an educator guide and a set of pencils! Winners will be notified by the end of April.  
 

  Interview Process for State Proficiency Award Finalists    
  Posted 3/8/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  All proficiency award finalists will interview at the state FFA convention, on Thursday, April 27. Please see schedule for proficiency award interviews, and a packet of information for advisors of proficiency award finalists. This information is also posted on State Convention page .  
 

  Job Announcement - Georgia FFA Leadership Program Specialist    
  Posted 3/2/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Georgia FFA Leadership Program Specialist  
 

  GaDOE Ag Ed Positions-due March 15, 2023    
  Posted 3/2/2023 by Georgia Ag Ed  
 

Camp John Hope Manager position.

Urban Suburban Specialist position

 
 

  Help Promote National Ag Day    
  Posted 3/2/2023 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  Are you looking for resources and a new way to promote agriculture? Participate in National Ag Day on Tuesday, March 21! Sign up here to receive access to training videos and the newly created influencer guide.  
 

  2023 Georgia FFA State Proficiency Award Finalists    
  Posted 2/20/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Congratulations to the 2023 state proficiency award finalists. These students earned this recognition by developing and growing the Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) programs.   
 

  2023 Georgia Foundation of Agriculture Scholarships - DUE MARCH 1    
  Posted 2/9/2023 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture is committed to investing in students pursuing careers in agriculture or a related field. GFA is offering $70,000 worth of scholarships in 2023. Applications for the 2023 cycle are now available at https://www.gafoundationag.org/scholarships.  Completed applications are due March 1, 2023. PLEASE NOTE: Applications and supporting materials are to be submitted ONLINE only. Hard copy applications and supporting material will not be accepted.  
 

  Georgia National Fair - Rodeo Tickets    
  Posted 2/2/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Livestock Presale Rodeo Tickets -  Livestock families will be able to purchase discounted rodeo tickets   beginning at 9 a.m. February 2 to Midnight February 3rd.  
 

  Hall of Fame Applications - due February 15    
  Posted 2/1/2023 by Georgia FFA Alumni  
  Georgia Ag Ed Hall of Fame Applications are due on February 15.  The Hall of Fame Ceremony will be held during the GA FFA Convention in April.    
 

  Proficiency Applications due February 1st    
  Posted 1/30/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Link to National FFA Proficiency Rubrics.  You can check to make sure your student is using the correct Proficiency Award Area.  These two videos may help you reviewing apps and selecting apps to submit.  Please contact your Region office if you have more questions.    
 

  Passing of Ricardo Glover    
  Posted 1/27/2023 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  Please Keep the Glover family in your prayers as long time Twiggs County Ag Teacher Ricardo Glover passed away Tuesday. I know several folks were able to send him a video message Tuesday just hours before his passing. His wife said he was able to watch them and smiled the whole time. 

Please see funeral arrangements for Mr. Ricardo Glover at the link below.
https://www.paschalmemorialfh.com/obituary/Ricardo-Glover
 
 

  GVATA Mid Winter Conference Agenda    
  Posted 1/18/2023 by GVATA  
  Click here to see the 2023 GVATA Mid Winter Conference Agenda  
 

  Greenhand Jamboree and Success Conference    
  Posted 1/18/2023 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Greenhand Jamboree and Success Conference will be held on March 10-11, at the FFA/FCCLA Center. The registration for the Greenhand Jamboree and Success Conference opens at 5 PM Wednesday, January 25. The registration is a first come, first served process. Details of the conferences, including agenda, what to pack, registration process, conference theme logos, promotional flyers & social media post templates can be found on the conference section of the Georgia FFA website  
 

  Georgia FFA Foundation Gala - Raffle    
  Posted 1/13/2023 by Georgia FFA Foundation  
   How about a chance to win an awesome John Deere Gator?!  Drawing will be held on March 3rd at the ? 16th Annual Blue & Gold Gala! ? You do not have to be present to win! Buy your tickets here ??http://weblink.donorperfect.com/GeorgiaFFAGatorRaffle Thank you so much Lasseter Tractor Company for generously donating this brand new John Deere Gator! ????
 
 
 

  Announcement of National FFA Band, Chorus & Talent    
  Posted 8/23/2022 by Georgia FFA Association  
  National FFA released the names of the students who have been selected to perform in the national Band, Chorus and Talent at the upcoming 95th National FFA Convention.  Congratulations to these students.

• Molly Crabb (Northside) – National Band
• Leland Guay (Northwest Whitfield) – National Band
• Molly Huff (Winder-Barrow) – National Band
• Omaree Varner (Islands) – National Band
• Luke Fox (Sonoraville) – National Talent
• Kaitlyn Tanner (Citizens Christian Academy) – National Talent
 
 

  Position Announcement    
  Posted 8/10/2022 by Georgia FFA Association  
  There is a vacancy for the position of Educational Program Specialist available at Camp John Hope in Fort Valley. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter to nmccracken@gaaged.org. See attached announcement and job description.  
 

  Position Announcement - Urban/Suburban Agricultural Education Specialist    
  Posted 8/10/2022 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  The Urban/Suburban position is now open. The information for applying can be found at http://f.rfer.us/GAmZS90J. The information on the position can be found at this website. Please note the closing date for applications is August 17, 2022. If you have any questions, please contact Billy Hughes.  
 

  GYFA Livestock Show - August 19-20, 2022    
  Posted 7/27/2022 by Georgia Young Farmers  
  The GYFA Livestock Show will be held in Perry at the GA National Fairgrounds on August 19-20, 2022. We will have five species showing in air conditioned arenas. We will be using The Show Portal again this year for entries and online payments. Access to our show may be gained by using the link below or by going to http://gyfa.theshowportal.com/ Hope to see you at the show!  
 

  Position Announcement: Georgia FFA Foundation Events Coordinator    
  Posted 5/26/2022 by Georgia FFA Foundation  
  The Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Georgia FFA Foundation Events Coordinator.    
 

  Georgia Junior Beef Futurity - Entries due June 15th    
  Posted 5/25/2022 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  The Georgia Junior Beef Futurity is hosted cooperatively with Georgia 4-H, Agriculture Education and The University of Georgia each July at the Georgia Junior National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry, Ga. The 2022 Georgia Junior Beef Futurity is scheduled for July 7-9.  Entries due: June 15, 2022.  
 

  HB1303 - What does this mean for Elementary agricultural Education?    
  Posted 5/23/2022 by Georgia Ag Ed  
   
 

  GVATA Summer Conference Registration    
  Posted 5/6/2022 by GVATA  
  GVATA Summer Conference Registration is now open. Please click this link for registration information and details.  Please contact your GVATA Board members with questions.    
 

  Position Announcement: Educational Program Specialist    
  Posted 4/26/2022 by Georgia FFA Camp  
 
The Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Educational Program Specialist.  
 
 

  94th Georgia FFA Convention - Livestream    
  Posted 4/26/2022 by Georgia FFA Association  
 

We are excited to offer the 94th Georgia FFA State Convention livestream again this year!  

 
 

  Georgia Ag Ed State Staff - Announcement    
  Posted 4/18/2022 by Georgia FFA Association  
  The Georgia Agricultural Education Program is seeking qualified candidates for the Position Announcement for Forestry and Natural Resources in the North Region Agricultural Education Office. Please contact Stan Mitchell North Region Agricultural Education Region Director, for more information.  
 

  State Convention Talent Announcement    
  Posted 4/11/2022 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Congratulations to the students who have been selected to perform in the State Convention talent program. Students who were selected to perform have been assigned to perform either in the convention arena or the career show. Additional information will be sent to the advisors of the talent students later this week.  
 

  State Convention T shirt Orders due Wednesday - April 13    
  Posted 4/11/2022 by Georgia FFA Alumni  
  State Convention T-shirt: $18 - Click here to order.
 
 

  Post-Secondary Scholarship Winners Announced    
  Posted 4/8/2022 by Georgia FFA Foundation  
  This year, we had over 70 applicants apply for our three post-secondary scholarship opportunities made possible by our generous donors who believe in investing in the future of our Georgia FFA members. The Georgia FFA Foundation is excited to announce the names of 13 members selected to receive a $1,000 scholarship to further their education. Congratulations to the members selected to receive a scholarship and to all of our 12th grade Georgia FFA members for their accomplishments!  
 

  Georgia Ag Ed State Staff - Announcement    
  Posted 4/6/2022 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  The Georgia Agricultural Education Program is seeking qualified candidates for the Position Announcement for Forestry and Natural Resources in the North Region Agricultural Education Office. Please contact Stan Mitchell, North Region Agricultural Education Region Director, for more information.  
 

  2022 State Star Finalists    
  Posted 3/15/2022 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Congratulations to our 2022 State Star finalists. These students have been chosen due to the outstanding development and growth of their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) programs. Early next month these Star finalists will be interviewed at their SAE worksite by a panel of judges, and the results will be announced live on stage during the opening session of the 94th Georgia FFA Convention at 7 PM on Thursday, April 28.  
 

  Attention CTAE Directors~Budget Request for Georgia Ag Ed Programs    
  Posted 3/1/2022 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Please click here for FY23 Budget Request instructions (due April 1st).    
 

  Saddle Ridge Elementary Agricultural Education    
  Posted 2/11/2022 by Georgia FFA Association  
   
 

  Georgia Department of Agriculture: Avian Influenza    
  Posted 2/1/2022 by Georgia Ag Ed  
 

GDA Avian Influenza Information Page

GDA Avian Influenza webinar

 
 

  2022-2023 Georgia Ag Ed Calendar    
  Posted 1/26/2022 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  Plans are well under way for the 2022-2023 Georgia Ag Ed Calendar. Be sure to check your region dates as you plan for your upcoming school year.

 

 
 

  Ag Ed Hall of Fame applications due February 1, 2022    
  Posted 1/21/2022 by Georgia FFA Alumni  
  Georgia Ag Ed Hall of Fame Applications are due on February 1, 2022.  The Hall of Fame Ceremony will be held during the GA FFA Convention in April.    
 

  2021 Chattooga County YF Ag Highlight    
  Posted 11/18/2021 by Georgia FFA Association  
   
 

  Northwest Laurens students get hands-on experience with animals through ag program    
  Posted 9/14/2021 by Georgia Ag Ed  
   
 

  Brooks County FFA Member Rides His Way into Championship Ring    
  Posted 9/8/2021 by Georgia FFA Association  
  The National FFA Association has released a short video and article about one of Brooks County High School's FFA members! Great job Marco!!

https://www.ffa.org/the-feed/member-rides-his-way-into-championship-ring/
 
 

  Horticulture Exhibits at GNF    
  Posted 8/13/2021 by Georgia Ag Ed  
 

Entering horticulture projects in the Georgia National Fair is a great way to meet the SAE part of our standards. Each chapter is eligible to enter:

-5 Mini Horticulture Booths (no theme) Click Here for a FREE HORT-BOOTH HOW TO POWERPOINT

-5 Agriscience Research Booths (any topic area not just Horticulture) Booths (no theme)      

-1 chapter Horticulture Booth (Theme- "HOW DOES YOUR GARDEN GROW?")

-10 Landscape Drawings  

-5 Live plants             

-5 Premade Flower Arrangements (silk or live)

 
 

  Georgia FFA Convention - Career & Trade Show    
  Posted 4/19/2021 by Georgia FFA Association  
 
  The Georgia FFA Association will host a virtual Career Show as part of the virtual state convention week. The virtual Career Show will open on Monday, April 19, and will feature information about industry, colleges and universities. The virtual Career Show will also feature Sponsor/Industry Meet & Greet sessions each day. FFA chapters are encouraged to utilize class time on April 19-23, to engage with industry representatives and learn more about potential careers in agriculture.
 
 

  It's State Convention Week    
  Posted 4/19/2021 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Be sure to visit our virtual State FFA Convention link to participate in our hybrid event!   
 

  GVATA / NAAE Awards Program Nominations    
  Posted 3/16/2021 by GVATA  
  Each year the GVATA encourages members to nominate their fellow teachers to participate in the GVATA / NAAE Awards Program. You can nominate yourself or others. Nominations are anonymous.  Nominations will close on March 23, 2021.  To better understand the different award areas and see past state and regional winners, please visit the GVATA Awards section of our webpage.  
 

  Position Opening at Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center    
  Posted 3/16/2021 by Georgia FFA Camp  
  The Georgia FFA-FCCLA Center is announcing a position opening for Assistant Camp Director in Covington. 
 
Information and instructions to apply can be found here:
 
 

  Attention CTAE Directors~Budget Request for Georgia Ag Ed Programs    
  Posted 2/24/2021 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  Please click here for FY22 Budget Request instructions (due April 2nd).    
 

  Westside Elementary Ag shares how they are teaching employability skills & leadership    
  Posted 2/15/2021 by Georgia FFA Association  
   
 

  Georgia Ag Ed State Staff - Announcement    
  Posted 2/15/2021 by Georgia Ag Ed  
  The Georgia Agricultural Education Program is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Ag Mechanics Area Teacher in the North Region Agricultural Education Office. Please contact Stan Mitchell, North Region Agricultural Education Region Director, for more information.  
 

  "Service is the rent that one pays for living" - Dr. Ira Hicks    
  Posted 2/2/2021 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Service is the rent that one pays for living. That’s a statement that I have made for a number of years and I really believe that a person has the opportunity to serve if he pleases or she pleases. I think if a person doesn’t serve, then that person is behind on his rent to life.” -Dr. Ira Hicks

"Dr. Hicks is considered an iconic figure in the history of Georgia Ag Ed. I appreciate Dr. Hicks' years of contribution to our profession and his passion for Agricultural Education." -Mr. Billy Hughes

 
 

  Georgia Foundation of Agriculture Scholarship application due March 1st    
  Posted 2/1/2021 by Georgia FFA Association  
  The purpose of the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture Scholarship for Agriculture is to assist outstanding high school students who plan to pursue a career focusing on agriculture and who exhibit leadership skills for active involvement in the agriculture sector. The Foundation will award 10 scholarships of $3,000 each. For the first time, the top 3 ranking applicants will be eligible for an additional $1,000 bonus.  
 

  SAE Grant Application Now Open    
  Posted 11/4/2020 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) Grants of $1,000 are available to start or expand member SAEs. The SAE Grant application process is now open and closes Nov. 15. Eligible grant applications are scored and the grant recipients will be announced mid-December. Students can access the application through the application center at FFA.org and on the SAE Grant webpage. Please contact Jennifer Preston at jpreston@ffa.org or at 317-452-6013 with any questions.  
 

  National FFA Scholarships    
  Posted 11/4/2020 by Georgia FFA Association  
  The National FFA Scholarship Program application is now open. Scholarships support FFA members who are current Seniors in high school seniors (class of 2021) and who have graduated from high school in 2019 or 2020. Just one application is required for multiple scholarship opportunities totaling close to $2 million dollars. The FFA scholarship application closes on Jan. 14, 2021.  
 

  Follow-up from 93rd National FFA Convention    
  Posted 11/2/2020 by Georgia FFA Association  
  The virtual 93rd National FFA Convention occurred October 27-30. Many of your students and chapters were recognized through the National Chapter Award, Proficiency and Agriscience Fair programs. Georgia had 16 National Winners, an American Star Finalist, 117 American Degree recipients, and the new 2020-2021 National FFA President. Check the National Convention page on the Georgia FFA website for complete press release and results of Georgia’s participation at the National Convention.  
 

  Doster Harper, Newton CCA elected 2020-2021 National FFA President    
  Posted 10/30/2020 by Georgia FFA Association  
   
 

  SAE for All - Emily Baylie, Colorado Ag Ed    
  Posted 10/28/2020 by Georgia FFA Association  
   
 

  93rd National FFA Convention Virtual    
  Posted 10/27/2020 by Georgia FFA Association  
  Be sure to tune join in on the fun this week during the virtual 93rd National FFA Convention at: https://www.ffa.org/  
 

  2020 Virtual FFA Day at the Fair    
  Posted 10/26/2020 by Georgia FFA Association