(2-21-26) Three members of the Spencerville FFA …Emma Evans, Addison Roof, and Eli Johnston…will be walking across the stage in May to receive The State FFA Degree.

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The State FFA Degree is the highest honor a state association can bestow, awarded to the top 2-3% of members who demonstrate exceptional agricultural skills, leadership, and SAE project achievement. Recipients typically must have two years of membership, completed 25+ hours of community service, and significant investment in their projects. 

Key requirements for the State FFA Degree generally include:

  • Membership & Education: Active member for at least two years and completion of at least two years of agricultural education.
  • Degree Progression: Must have previously received the Chapter FFA Degree.
  • Financial Investment/SAE: Earned and productively invested a minimum of to or worked a minimum of 300 to 375+ hours through an Agricultural Education SAE program.
  • Leadership & Activity: Demonstrated leadership abilities, participated in at least 5 FFA activities above the chapter level, and completed 25 hours of community service.
  • Academic Performance: Maintained a satisfactory academic record (often a GPA or better). 

The award is typically presented at the State FFA Convention, where recipients receive a certificate and a gold charm. It serves as a prerequisite for the highest degree in the organization, the American FFA Degree.