CARROLL AREA FFA CHAPTER
Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve
Chapter Activities
FFA Open House
Last Tuesday in August
Welcome new and current FFA members and their families to the new school year activities
FFA Meetings
Usually 2nd Monday of month
Update FFA members about upcoming events and opportunities in the chapter
FFA Plot Day
2nd Tuesday in September
Present program to celebrate harvest and showcase efforts of plot managers / supporters
Homecoming Parades
Late September / early October
Participate in a parade float to showcase the FFA chapter and support homecoming week
Carroll Band Day
First Saturday in October
Participate in a parade float to showcase the FFA chapter and support local Band Day event
Fruit Sales Fundraiser
Early October to November
Engage community members with FFA members and sell products to support activities
Adopt-a-Child Event
Mid-December
Welcome new and current FFA members and their families to the new school year activities
CDE Showcase
Second Monday in December
Offer valuable experience for members competing in CDEs ahead of subdistrict contests
FFA Winter Party
Third Monday in December
Celebrate the holiday season and mingle with FFA members ahead of winter break
FFA Game Night
Last Monday in February
Social event with games for FFA members to kick off local National FFA Week celebration
FFA Staff Breakfasts
Last Tuesday / Thursday in February
Cook and serve breakfast for teachers and staff members as appreciation during FFA Week
Tractor / Truck Day
Last Friday in February
Drive tractors or trucks to school and hold a parade to close out National FFA Week
FFA Officer Elections
Late February / early March
Interviews and approval of ballot held to elect new team of FFA chapter officers
FFA Banquet
Third Saturday in March
Awards banquet / community event to celebrate FFA members and achievements
Little Hands on the Farm
Second week in July
Provide opportunities to learn about animals and agriculture during Carroll County Fair
Officer Training
Summer
Provide team building and chapter planning opportunities for FFA officers