How Being An FFA Member Changed My Life
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How Being An FFA Member Changed My Life

I am, You are, We are, FFA

Courtney Hairfield
Nov 03, 2016
Missouri University of Science and Technology
25
How Being An FFA Member Changed My Life
Rolla FFA

Everyone has something that they’re passionate about, whether it be Sports, FBLA, FCCLA, HOSA, FFA, and so much more. I was very passionate about FFA, and everything that came along with it. Here are just a few ways being a part of FFA changed my life.

1. Teamwork

Being a member you have to work with all types of people. Some may not always have the same opinion, but their thoughts matter just as much as yours.

2. Committment

If you say that you’re going to be somewhere or do something, you better do it. The whole chapter is counting on you.

3. My Advisors

They were more than just teachers. They were a support system when we unsure, they listened to us rant (no matter how much they didn’t care), They’ve seen us fail, and succeed. Also, our advisors put countless hours into us. I couldn’t be more blessed to say I got three of the best advisors.

4. Sometimes you just have to wing it

Not everything goes as planned. You always have to be on your toes. You could be called on to talk about an event in a room full of members who’ve never been, you never know what's going to happen. Sometimes it’s okay to just go with the flow.

5. Record Books.

Even though we all claimed to hate them, they truly did help us so much.

6. Friendships

I have met some of the greatest friends ever. You will always have something to talk about, no matter how different your experiences are they, you still wear the same blue jacket.

7. Being an officer

With being an officer comes so much responsibility. You make decisions that will affect so many people. Also, you’re the face of a chapter, and so many will come to you for guidance and answers.

FFA has changed my life for the better, and has helped me overcome so many obstacles. Through the FFA I have become a better person. If I had the chance, I’d do it all again. FFA has a place for everyone. Go find your place, and make your mark.

I will never forget all the laughs, tears, fights, late nights, or any of the memories I’ve made in the last four years as an FFA Member.

Stay Blue & Gold Forever.

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