FFA History 1
○Public Law 740 passed, granting FFA a federal charter
1950
National blue and corn gold adopted as official colors
1929
Who wrote the FFA Creed
E.M. Tiffany
symbolizes knowledge and wisdom
owl
Keeps minutes and maintains chapter records
secretary
Females allowed to join FFA, breaking gender barriers
1969
Official FFA jacket adopted as official dress
1933
Who was the first President to speak at the National FFA Convention
Dwight D. Eisenhower
Signifies the combination of learning and leadership necessary for progressive agriculture
words
Agriculture Education, FFA
Maintains order and assists with special duties
sentinel
FFA founded in Kansas City, Missouri
1928
NFA merged with FFA
1965
Who is considered the father of FFA
Henry Groseclose
Symbolizes progress and the promise of a new day
Rising sun
Leads meetings and represents the chapter
President
Name changed to National FFA Organization to reflect the expanding scope of agriculture
1988
Official FFA Creed written by E.M. Tiffany and adopted
1930
Where is the national FFA headquarters
Indianapolis, Indiana
Foundation of the emblem, symbolizing unity
Cross section of the ear of corn
Manages chapter finances
Treasurer
New Farmers of America (NFA) founded for African-American boys studying agriculture
1935
the Smith-Hughes Act was passed, providing federal funds for high school vocational education in agriculture and laying the groundwork for the National FFA Organization
1917
Where was the birthplace of FFA
Kansas City, Missouri
Represents freedom and the ability to explore new horizons
Eagle
Communicates chapter activities to the public
Reporter