Educator Resources

Virtual National FFA Week Implementation Guide

This guide serves as a resource for agricultural educators, advisors, chapter FFA officers, state FFA officer, state FFA staff, alumni and supporters to assist in planning and executing an engaging Virtual National FFA Week experience for the FFA chapter, school and community.

Chapter Level Degree Applications

Have students keep track of their accomplishments towards their FFA degree.

All About Engines!

This lesson covers all things engines—from researching the different types of engines to labeling the parts of a gas turbine engine to learning about careers similar to a jet mechanic.

Building a Responsible Textile Supply Chain

The textile industry plays a large role in the economy, and with that role comes a responsibility to maintain sustainability standards throughout the production process. This lesson explores the sustainability that is maintained throughout the production process.

Spring 2021 New Horizons Teaching Guy-Appendix 1-The Feed: Come to Order

Parliamentary Procedure is used across many industries and organizations. In this article, Dr. Foster discusses his passion for parliamentary procedure. In the accompanying lesson, students learn the basics of parliamentary procedure rules and how to arrange a meeting room.

Spring 2021 New Horizons Teaching Guide-Appendix 2-Banquet

Banquets are a great way to celebrate the accomplishments of those that share common interests and goals. In this article, readers will learn about the important components that need to be considered when planning a banquet.

Spring 2021 New Horizons Teaching Guide-Appendix 3-On the Record with Steve Rosenzweig

Soil health is important in food production and many other facets of our day-to-day lives. In this article, read how soil health has become ore important than ever and why a focus has been placed on this important topic.

Spring 2021 New Horizons Teaching Guide-Appendix 4: Wellness in the Worry

Stress management and incorporating self-care are incredibly important for maintaining health. In the accompanying lesson, students will use the article and worksheet to learn about self-care and develop their own self-care plan.

Spring 2021 New Horizons Teaching Guide-Appendix 5-An Equine Education

While the equine industry is important to agriculture, many are unaware of the broad range of equine-related careers, resulting in a lack of skilled workers. In the lesson, students will learn about the opportunities in and impact of the industry.

Spring 2021 New Horizons Teaching Guide-Appendix 6-Media Center

Podcasts, blogs and documentaries are growing in popularity in today’s digital world. This article highlights several podcasts, blogs and documentaries that have ties to agriculture.

Spring 2021 New Horizons Teaching Guide-Appendix 7-Black Innovators in Agriculture

There are numerous individuals who have made major contributions to the agriculture industry. This article explores five innovators who changed the way we farm thanks to their contributions.

Spring 2021 New Horizons Teaching Guide -Appendix 8-Devoted to Dairy Strong

Recently, schools and FFA chapters have been faced with new challenges, including FFA and school events being canceled or conducted differently, virtual learning, etc. The Waupun FFA Chapter in Wisconsin faced similar challenges when their FFA and school events were changed and/or canceled. Members also recognized the impact the COVID-19 pandemic had on the community. Read this article to learn how the chapter members worked together to make a positive impact in their community.

Spring 2021 New Horizons Teaching Guide-Appendix 9-Vocabulary Activity

Students will utilize this worksheet to create a crossword puzzle using the vocabulary words from the spring 2021 issue of the FFA New Horizons Teaching Guide. Students will use the vocabulary word definitions as clues.

Spring 2021 New Horizons Teaching Guide-Appendix 10-Paper Slideshow

Students will utilize this worksheet to create a paper slideshow for one of the activities in Appendix 7.

Rabo Agrifinance – 5 Tips and Tricks to Build SAEs

Learn about 5 tips and tricks to help build your SAE from Rabo Agrifinance.

Ag Advocacy & Literacy – Growth Energy

In this interview, we will learn about agriculture’s roll in the energy industry.

Tough Work for Tender Meats

Being able to experience the farm-to-fork process for foods that we consume is a valuable learning experience. In this lesson,we will explore what one FFA chapter does to make this experience a reality while learning what part of the animaldifferent cuts of beef, pork and lambcome from.

Advocacy Chat with Courtenay DeHoff, part 1

Hear from Courtenay DeHoff, #FancyLady Cowgirl, on how you can advocate no matter where you.

Advocacy Chat with Invenergy

FFA chats with Invenergy about alternative energy sources. Learn about solar panels and wind turbines and how they work.

Spanish Resources

Popular lessons have been translated into Spanish. Lessons include SAE videos, Student Handbook, Current events, FFA Blue365 Case Studies, SAE Idea Cards, etc.

The 3Cs of Advocacy

Learn from Courtenay Dehoff during this advocacy chat about the 3Cs of advocating.

A Vineyard for a Classroom

When September rolls around, it’s all hands on deck for the Yamhill-Carlton FFA annual harvest. Learn about grape production and how they incorporate it into their FFA program.

Member Rides His Way into Championship Ring

An FFA member from Georgia recently placed second in his age bracket at the 2020 Junior National Finals Rodeo. In this lesson, students will read about this FFA member’s accomplishment as well as gain insight into the bucking bull industry.

Agriscience Fair CDE/LDE Classroom Resource

The purpose of this lesson series is to guide students through the agriscience research process. Skills learned through this process are in alignment with the National FFA Agriscience Fair award area.

New Horizons Teaching Guide Index