82nd National FFA Convention
First Edition Advisor's Planning Online Guide
Welcome to the First Edition Advisor’s Planning Online Guide. From planning tips and fundraising ideas to instructions on how to secure hotel rooms, we have the information you’ll need to begin planning your trip to Indianapolis for the 82nd National FFA Convention. Watch for the Second Edition Advisor’s Planning Online Guide here at convention.ffa.org, coming in August, and make sure to check ffa.org often for continuing convention updates.
Attention FFA Advisors!
Ensure a smooth and successful trip to the national FFA convention in Indianapolis this October by preparing early. Our step-by-step online guide includes everything you need to know in order to get geared up for what’s sure to be the highlight of your members’ year.
In this, the First Edition Advisor’s Planning Online Guide, you’ll find:
- Planning tips and a planning checklist
- Ideas to raise funds for your trip
- Information on registering for convention online
- Travel tips
- Instructions for securing hotel rooms
Watch for the Second Edition Advisor’s Planning Online Guide coming to ffa.org in August 2009 or visit ffa.org for the latest details.
Letter from Dr. Larry Case
Welcome to the 82nd National FFA Convention.
Read welcome letter from Dr. Larry Case
Letter from Gov. Mitch Daniels
Welcome to the 82nd National FFA Convention.
Checklist
Things to do today!
Put convention dates and award deadlines on the school calendar.
Fill out the housing form and mail it to the Indianapolis Housing Bureau along with a check for your room deposit.
Arrange for transportation to and from Indianapolis.
Conduct fundraising activities to help with expenses for attending the national FFA convention.
Coming Soon!
In August, more details on the national FFA convention will be available in the Second Edition Advisor’s Planning Online Guide on ffa.org. Look for updates on the following convention activities and events:
- Leadership and personal development workshops for students and teachers
- Speakers
- Concert acts
- FFA National Agricultural Career Show
- Collegiate FFA activities and Career Expo
- Career Development Events
- Meal functions
- Awards programs
- Indianapolis and Indiana tour information
- Career Success Tours
- FFA Alumni Benefit auctions and functions
- National Days of Service
The National FFA Organization is a resource and support organization that does not select, control or supervise state association, local chapter or individual member activities except as expressly provided for in the National FFA Organization Constitution and Bylaws. The National FFA Organization affirms its belief in the value of all human beings and seeks diversity in its membership, leadership and staff as an equal opportunity employer.
The FFA Mission: FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.
The Agricultural Education Mission: Agricultural Education prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of informed choices in the global agriculture, food, fiber and natural resources systems.
Future Convention Dates
2009: October 21-24
2010: October 20-23
2011: October 19-22
2012: October 24-27
The Convention website is sponsored in part by STIHL as a special project of the National FFA Foundation.