Leadership Development: We envision a program that equips every student with confidence, communication skills, and decision-making abilities necessary to become effective and ethical leaders in agriculture and beyond.
Personal Growth: We aim to create an environment that supports the emotional, social, and academic development of all members, empowering them to reach their full potential.
Career Readiness: We strive to prepare students for diverse careers in agriculture by offering hands-on experiences, professional mentorship, and real-world learning opportunities.
Moral Character Building: We commit to instilling integrity, responsibility, and respect in our members, encouraging them to serve as role models in both school and community life.
Passion for Agriculture: We dedicate ourselves to nurturing a deep appreciation for farming, sustainability, and agricultural innovation through education, advocacy, and community involvement.
Community Service: We believe in making a positive impact by engaging students in meaningful service projects that benefit our local community and contribute to global agricultural efforts.
STRENGTHS
We have a solid, respectful relationship with our school administration
Our chapter maintains strong ties with the local community
Our officer team is highly motivated, well-organized, and committed to leading the chapter
Our members are actively involved in chapter activities, competitions, and service projects
We consistently plan and carry out meaningful, well-organized events that showcase our mission
We have a clear sense of who we are as a chapter, with a culture of pride, unity, and shared values
Weaknesses
We need strategies and support to engage more students in FFA activities and help them see the value
Limited funding restricts our ability to attend events, we need help securing funds
We need financial and logistical to build or upgrade a greenhouse
We lack a consistent system for recruiting new members and keeping current members involved
Industry resources to promote agricultural literacy and awareness among students
Balancing FFA activities with school schedules can be difficult; we need to develop time-management
Opportunities
Several local businesses have expressed interest in supporting agricultural education
Creating new opportunities for partnerships, funding, and mentorship through a bee teaching lab
Local events are looking for youth volunteers, giving our chapter a chance to increase visibility
A high-quality local show barn offers students excellent facilities for livestock projects, hands-on
Resources available through Arkansas FFA and National FFA--such as leadership conferences, SAE grants
A new grant proposal include funding for agricultural infrastructure like a greenhouse
Threats
Cultural shifts away from farming and agriculture may reduce student motivation or parental support
Potential or ongoing cuts to the school budget could reduce funding available for ag education
A new push for students to enroll in vocational technical (VOTECH) programs
A high number of very low-income families may limit students' ability to afford participation costs
If the community lacks awareness of the FFA's value or agricultural education's importance
New policies or mandates could restrict extracurricular activities, modify graduation requirements