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Janette’s Favorites

This Arizona FFA member considers her trips with the Willcox FFA Chapter (her home school) as her best FFA memories. And while on the road, she enjoys one of her other favorites – Mexican food. Read more of Janette’s favorites.

Movie: The Parent Trap

Fruit: Watermelon

Singer: George Strait

Sport: Basketball

Smell: Rain

CDE: Livestock judging

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FFA Feature

National Officer Q&A

National FFA Western Region Vice President, Janette Bar

November 2007

Q In your opinion, why is National FFA Week important?

A National FFA Week is a chance to share the best of the best about FFA with basically anyone! I encourage members to think creatively about how to showcase your chapter. It can be anything from an article in a newspaper to hosting a school breakfast or agricultural Olympics.  There are countless ways to promote FFA, celebrate chapter success, educate the public and recruit members.

Q What do you think is the outlook for careers in the agricultural industry?

A “We need those talented young people interested in agriculture!” I’ve heard that sentence over and over this year, and it is exciting for all 500,823 FFA members. They are right! We will be prepared and ready to get involved in all the careers that are open to us. The truth is, we are a part of a growing and expanding agriculture industry, and the options are endless for us.

Q The school year is halfway over for most FFA members. What are some ideas for keeping chapter members motivated about FFA?

A Have fun! My favorite memories are late practices, early morning breakfasts, practical jokes and all those great little memories made. School gets busy and the “to do” list gets long, but bringing chapter members together for fun activities can keep excitement high. Remember to enjoy the great people around you, the unique chances you have, and all the intriguing things you are learning.

Q What have you learned most about yourself this year?

A This year, I’ve learned that I absolutely love the agriculture industry. In working with my teammates, I’ve learned that we each really are completely different, but that I love those differences in people. From amazing FFA members, I’ve learned that their talent continually awes me. Mostly I’ve learned that I love learning and that it really never stops.

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Q What are your plans now that your year as a national officer is over?

A After concluding this special year of people and experiences, I’m returning to school at the University of Arizona and majoring in agricultural economics. I’m excited to continue being involved in FFA and finding the next steps for myself.

Janette’s Timeline

Age 14
Joined Willcox FFA
Competed in district creed speaking CDE

Age 15
Elected chapter sentinel
Won state livestock judging CDE
Received Chapter FFA degree
Attended state FFA camp
Attended national FFA convention in Louisville, Ky.
Elected chapter vice president

Age 17
Elected chapter president
Attended Washington Leadership Conference
Lost district parliamentary procedure CDE

Age 18
Elected Arizona FFA State President
2nd runner-up in state extemporaneous speaking
2nd runner-up in state parliamentary procedure CDE team
State Star Farmer finalist

Age 20
Ran for national FFA office
Received American FFA Degree

Age 21
Elected National FFA Western Region Vice President

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