About Us

STRENGTHS

1. We maintain strong support and communication with Norfork School administration.

2. We build meaningful relationships with our community, families, and agricultural supporters.

3. We have a officer team committed to strengthening and leading our chapter.

4. We provide hands-on agricultural experiences through classroom, SAE, and FFA activities.

5. We encourage members to serve others through school and community service projects.

6. We create opportunities for students to develop leadership, responsibility, and career skills.

Weaknesses

1. We need to increase student involvement in FFA activities, contests, and events.

2. We need help strengthening our travel budget for conferences, camps, and competitions.

3. We need support to improve facilities, including developing or building a greenhouse.

4. We need to grow student confidence in public speaking and leadership contests.

5. We need stronger systems for SAE record books, student projects, and award applications.

6. We need continued support for equipment, supplies, and hands-on agricultural learning opportunities.

Opportunities

1. Local community groups are seeking student volunteers for service projects and events.

2. Community support for agriculture creates opportunities for partnerships, donations, and mentorships

3. Local businesses are interested in supporting student projects, fundraisers, and chapter activities.

4. Growing interest in school gardens and outdoor learning can expand agricultural education.

5. Grant programs and community funding may help improve facilities, equipment, and travel needs.

6. Increased demand for skilled agricultural workers creates more career opportunities for students.

Threats

1. Rising travel costs may limit student participation in camps, conferences, and competitions.

2. School budget reductions may decrease funding for supplies, equipment, and FFA activities.

3. Limited community livestock space may restrict students’ SAE and show animal projects.

4. Changes in youth employment rules may reduce student access to work-based SAE opportunities.

5. Increasing student involvement in sports and other activities may limit FFA participation.

6. Higher costs for feed, fuel, materials, and equipment may reduce hands-on learning opportunities.