Which of the following is not a demonstration of leadership required to earn the state FFA degree?

• A. Demonstrating acquired life and leadership skills by participating in an approved leadership development workshop, conference or similar program.
• B. Serving as an officer in the chapter for at least one year.
• C. Participating in a national or state leadership conference.
• D. Leading a community service project approved by the chapter adviser.

Answer: (A)

Leadership for the state FFA degree is shown through concrete, verifiable activities that come from the FFA program itself. Being an officer within the chapter demonstrates formal leadership responsibilities and governance, while coordinating and leading a community service project shows initiative, planning, and the ability to guide others toward a service goal. Participating in a national or state leadership conference exposes a member to broader leadership concepts and experiences at a higher level, which aligns with the degree’s emphasis on expanding leadership beyond the local chapter.

Attending an approved leadership development workshop or conference, while valuable for personal growth, isn’t counted as a direct leadership demonstration within the FFA framework for earning the state degree. The focus is on leadership actions taken and shown through FFA activities and approved projects rather than general external programs.