Officers
The FFA Creed reads: "I believe in leadership from ourselves and respect from others." The strong leaders on our officer team play an integral role in the success of our chapter, as they demonstrate the qualities of leadership which we should all possess. Take a moment to get to know these leaders below and feel free to talk with any of them about opportunities in FFA, or potentially, becoming an officer yourself!
Your 2023-2024 Dassel Cokato FFA Officer Team!
PRESIDENT
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- Presides over meetings according to accepted rules of parliamentary procedure.
- Appoints committees and serve on them as an ex-officio (non-voting) member.
- Coordinates the activities of the chapter and evaluates the progress of each division of the Program of Activities.
- Represents the chapter in public relations and official functions.
VICE PRESIDENT
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- Assume all duties of the president if necessary.
- Develop the Program of Activities and serve as an ex-officio (non voting) member of the POA committees.
- Coordinate all committee work.
- Work closely with the president and advisor to assess progress toward meeting chapter goals.
- Establish and maintain a chapter resource file.
VICE PRESIDENT
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- Assume all duties of the president if necessary.
- Develop the Program of Activities and serve as an ex-officio (non voting) member of the POA committees.
- Coordinate all committee work.
- Work closely with the president and advisor to assess progress toward meeting chapter goals.
- Establish and maintain a chapter resource file.
SECRETARY
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- Prepare and post the agenda for each chapter meeting.
- Prepare and present the minutes of each chapter meeting.
- Place all committee reports in the designated area in the FFA Chapter Books.
- Be responsible for chapter correspondence. Maintain member attendance and activity records and issue membership cards.
- Keep the Program of Activities wall chart up-to-date.
- Have on hand for each meeting: Official FFA Chapter Secretary's Book including minutes of the previous meeting.
SECRETARY
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Name:
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- Prepare and post the agenda for each chapter meeting.
- Prepare and present the minutes of each chapter meeting.
- Place all committee reports in the designated area in the FFA Chapter Books.
- Be responsible for chapter correspondence. Maintain member attendance and activity records and issue membership cards.
- Keep the Program of Activities wall chart up-to-date.
- Have on hand for each meeting: Official FFA Chapter Secretary's Book including minutes of the previous meeting.
SECRETARY
Name:
Grade:
Duties:
Name:
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Duties:
- Prepare and post the agenda for each chapter meeting.
- Prepare and present the minutes of each chapter meeting.
- Place all committee reports in the designated area in the FFA Chapter Books.
- Be responsible for chapter correspondence. Maintain member attendance and activity records and issue membership cards.
- Keep the Program of Activities wall chart up-to-date.
- Have on hand for each meeting: Official FFA Chapter Secretary's Book including minutes of the previous meeting.
TREASURER
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- Receive, record and deposit FFA funds and issue receipts.
- Present monthly treasurer's reports at chapter meetings.
- Collect dues and special assessments.
- Maintain a neat and accurate FFA Chapter Handbook.
- Prepare and submit the membership roster and dues to the National FFA Organization in cooperation with the secretary.
- Serve as chairperson of the earnings and savings committee.
REPORTER
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- Plan public information programs with local radio, television, newspaper and service clubs and make use of other opportunities to tell the FFA story.
- Release news and information to local and regional news media.
- Publish a chapter newsletter. Prepare and maintain a chapter scrapbook. Send local stories to area, district and state reporters.
- Send articles and photographs to FFA New Horizons and other national and/or regional publications.
- Work with local media on radio and television.
REPORTER
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Name:
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- Plan public information programs with local radio, television, newspaper and service clubs and make use of other opportunities to tell the FFA story.
- Release news and information to local and regional news media.
- Publish a chapter newsletter. Prepare and maintain a chapter scrapbook. Send local stories to area, district and state reporters.
- Send articles and photographs to FFA New Horizons and other national and/or regional publications.
- Work with local media on radio and television.
SENTINEL
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- Assist the president in maintaining order.
- Keep the meeting room, chapter equipment and supplies in proper condition.
- Welcome guests and visitors. Keep the meeting room comfortable.
- Take charge of candidates for degree ceremonies. Assist with special features and refreshments.
SENTINEL
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- Assist the president in maintaining order.
- Keep the meeting room, chapter equipment and supplies in proper condition.
- Welcome guests and visitors. Keep the meeting room comfortable.
- Take charge of candidates for degree ceremonies. Assist with special features and refreshments.