Part 1A: The Basics – FFA Mission and Motto
This is a quick lesson plan from the National FFA Organization (Section 2: Part 1, “The Basics: FFA Mission and Motto”) that introduces students to FFA basics, traditions, and the meaning behind the FFA mission statement and motto. Through an interest approach and three activities, students explore the three mission components (Premier Leadership, Personal Growth, Career Success), interpret the four-line FFA motto via a comic strip, and connect the mission and motto to their own lives as members. Includes supporting handouts such as FFA Mission Components, Mission Descriptors, and a Motto Comic Strip template.
At a glance
- Learning objectives
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- Discuss the meaning of the three components in the FFA mission statement.
- Interpret the meaning of the FFA motto.
- Relate mission and motto to each individual member.
- Time required
- Interest Approach – 10 minutes; Activity 1 – 15 minutes; Activity 2 – 15 minutes; Activity 3 – 15 minutes
- Materials
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- FFA Mission Components
- FFA Mission Descriptors
- FFA Motto Comic Strip
- NH.Section2.The Basics – PowerPoint Presentation
- “Official FFA Student Handbook” – one copy per student
- Blank copy paper
- Scissors
- Internet access for students (optional)
- This Quick Lesson Plan Would Work Well As
- 1. An introduction to FFA/FFA basics. 2. An introduction to FFA traditions and the mission and motto.
- Created
- June/2016 by the National FFA Organization
Downloads & Links
Lesson plan
Presentation
Aligned Standards
AFNR Career Ready Practices
Common Core – Reading: Informational Text
- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.9-10.4Determine the meaning of words and phrases as they are used in a text, including figurative, connotative, and technical meanings; analyze the cumulative impact of specific word choices on meaning and tone (e.g., how the language of a court opinion differs from that of a newspaper).
FFA Precept
- FFA-CS-M.CommunicationEffectively interact with others in personal and professional settings.
- FFA.PL-B.RelationshipBuild relationships, work as a team player and appreciate the talents of others.
- FFA.PL-C.VisionVisualize the future and how to get there.
- FFA.PL-E.AwarenessUnderstand personal vision, mission and goals.
FFA Precepts
- FFA.CS-N.Decision MakingAnalyze a situation and execute an appropriate course of action.