Lesson Plans-Curriculum Archives

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.

By Sarah Dickinson|2021-02-02T13:46:17-05:00February 2nd, 2021|

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.

By Sarah Dickinson|2021-02-02T13:25:55-05:00February 2nd, 2021|

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.

By Sarah Dickinson|2021-02-02T13:10:57-05:00February 2nd, 2021|

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.

By Megan McGrady|2021-01-26T15:20:25-05:00January 26th, 2021|

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.

By Megan McGrady|2021-01-26T15:31:10-05:00January 26th, 2021|

Yomar Roman – This Is Not the End

In this retiring address, 2019-20 National FFA Southern Region Vice President Yomar Roman shares how we need to hear more and speak less while understanding the purpose of our tasks.

By Megan McGrady|2020-12-11T22:54:12-05:00December 11th, 2020|

Tess Seibel – Powerless to Powerful

In this retiring address, 2019-20 National FFA Southern Region Vice President Tess Seibel shares how we can go from powerless to powerful.

By Megan McGrady|2020-12-11T22:47:34-05:00December 11th, 2020|

Mamie Hertel – Quiet in Volume, Loud in Value

In this retiring address, 2019-20 National FFA Central Region Vice President Mamie Hertel shares how our actions can be quiet in volume and loud in value.

By Megan McGrady|2020-12-11T22:41:56-05:00December 11th, 2020|

Kourtney Lehman – Behind the Dinosaur

Many put on a happy face to meet the needs of society; however, what we don’t see is the struggle that could by lying underneath the smile. In this retiring address, 2019-20 National FFA Secretary Kourtney Lehman shares how we stop faking it and start facing it.

By Megan McGrady|2020-12-11T22:34:09-05:00December 11th, 2020|

Kolesen McCoy – Humbly Known

Humility is a skill that each person needs to be able to recognize and acknowledge. In this retiring address, 2019-20 National FFA President Kolesen McCoy shares how humility will help lead each of us to recognize our strengths and act upon them.

By Megan McGrady|2020-12-11T22:23:55-05:00December 11th, 2020|