2026-2027 Menifee-Heritage FFA Officer Application

PLEASE READ ALL OF THE DETAILS CAREFULLY FOR THE ELECTION PROCESS AND THE RULES AND CONDITIONS!

Election Process:

1. Complete this application and submit it by April 7th, or it will not be accepted.

2. Individuals who are eligible for office will be screened (interviewed) by a
Nominating Committee on April 9th, 2026 after school. This committee will consist of two FFA members from each grade and the chair of the committee. At least one advisor will also be in the room to supervise.

3. After the screening, the committee will decide if the candidate being interviewed is appropriate for the office they are seeking, or for an office at all. The committee may remove any candidates who do not meet the minimum qualificiations for office from consideration.

4. Candidates who proceed to the second round of the process must participate in the Chapter Officer Elections meeting on April 15th at 6:00 p.m. Candidates will answer at least one question on stage, with a response lasting no more than 2 minutes.

5. There is no guarantee that a candidate will be elected to an office. An email will be sent out to all candidates following elections that contains the names of the individuals who will serve on next year's team. Their specific officer positions will be revealed at our chapter banquet on May 20th.

6. If you are notified that you have been elected, you must be present at our chapter banquet to be installed into your new office.

Chapter Officer Rules, Regulations, and Conditions:

1. MUST be enrolled in the Agriculture Education course
Ag Leadership at Heritage High School during your term of office.

2. MUST have a minimum of a 2.5 cumulative G.P.A., verified by your counselor during your candidacy and throughout your term of office.

3. MUST own your own official FFA uniform. If you do not own one yet you can borrow one for the interview process.

4. MUST attend chapter officer meetings, the officer retreat, and ALL* chapter meetings that are scheduled in the Program of Activities.
* Except for illnesses, which must be cleared 24 hours before an event by a parent contact and doctor's note.

5. MUST not receive ANY referrals, truant referrals, or disciplinary problems in ANY classes. If you receive a referral, a suspension, or are expelled, you will immediately forfeit your office.

6. MUST complete duties assigned to your officer position.

7. MUST attend SoCal Leadership Conference and have an SAE project.

8. MUST be committed to serving the FFA Association and its members.

9. MUST constantly seek to improve your own personal development and your abilities to serve our membership. Therefore, you must be open to constructive evaluation from your teammates and the adult and student advisors.

10. MUST complete your work assignments on time and in a quality fashion.

11. MUST put in whatever hours are required to meet your responsibilities and assignments.

12. Will not use or consume any tobacco products, illicit drugs, or alcohol.

13. Will not miss an assigned responsibility without prior approval from an adult chapter advisor.

14. Will not use profane, crude, vulgar, or offensive language.

15. Will not engage in the telling of tasteless or offensive jokes, stories, etc., nor will you engage in any conversations of poor taste, or dealings of poor moral conduct.

16. Will not display overly affectionate behavior towards any FFA members or other students.

17. Will not spread gossip and rumor.

18. Will maintain the ethics of the officer team by discussing team matters (positive and negative) only with your fellow officer teammates and the student and adult advisors.

19. Will not express disrespect for the authority of adults.

20. Will not express disrespect for the opinions of others.

21. Will treat all others fairly and with respect.

22. Will respect the property rights of others.

23. Will follow the direction of the adult chapter advisors with regard to any other matters not covered in this document.

24. We expect FFA officers to be involved in one or more different areas of our program, promoting and leading by example through different opportunities that our program offers. Examples include, but are not limited to: CDE teams, public speaking events, conferences, market animals, and farmhand positions.

25. Finally, we will expect TEN TIMES the amount of commitment to the FFA
compared to that of any other FFA member if you decide to seek election as an
FFA officer. Other clubs, sports, and activities WILL NOT take priority over the
FFA; however, we are VERY willing to share you with other activities!

All major infractions are dealt with by the school's administration. In the event that a minor infraction occurs that effects the program, a disciplinary committee shall be formed. The committee shall consist of the advisors and the officer team. For any disciplinary decisions made, each advisor shall receive one vote, and the officer team shall receive one vote as a collective unit when applicable.

By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read, studied, understand, and agree to the rules, regulations, events and conditions listed in the electronic application for Chapter FFA Office. I also acknowledge that I have read and understand the job description and requirements as outlined. If elected to office, I commit to following the rules and procedures outlined above. I recognize that breaking policies or these rules may result in limitations being set on my roles as a Chapter FFA Officer and/or the possible removal from office by the Chapter FFA Advisors and/or fellow members of the Chapter FFA Officer team.

Student signature: By signing electronically with your mouse, you understand and agree to the rules, regulations, events and conditions listed above in this document if elected to office.

Parent/Guardian Signature: By signing electronically with your mouse, you understand and agree to the rules, regulations, events and conditions that your student must meet (as listed above in this document) if they are elected to office. PARENTS, DO NOT SIGN THIS ARBITRARILY. PLEASE READ IT THOROUGHLY, AND IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS, CONTACT AN ADVISOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. THIS CONTRACT DOES AFFECT YOU, DUE TO THE HIGH DEMANDS, EXPECTATIONS, AND TIME COMMITMENT THAT YOUR STUDENT IS WILLING TO PROVIDE BY SERVING AS A CHAPTER OFFICER.

APPLICATION:
(Getting to know you)

**We recommend that you fill out all question responses and information on a Google Doc as well, as Jot Form does NOT save your information like Google Docs do. Good luck!**

Name*

First NameLast Name

FreshmanSophomoreJunior

1 year2 years3 years

Please list the agriculture courses you have completed or are currently enrolled in. Please list the course name and the grade level you completed the course in. (9, 10, or 11).

Current Weighted GPA: (All GPAs will be verified by a Heritage High School counselor.) *

Spring 6 week progress report GPA

Last Semester's Weighted GPA: (All GPAs will be verified by a Heritage High School counselor.)*

This is your semester 1 Final GPA

Do you currently own an FFA jacket? If not, when do you plan to buy your own? *

See Mr. Perotti for ordering details in J103

Please upload a headshot of yourself (from the shoulders up). We recommend that you are in your FFA uniform for the photo. A white, collared, button-up dress shirt is also acceptable (no polos). The background should be one solid color (preferably a white wall). Please try to make your picture as presentable and professional as possible.

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Please list the top five FFA offices you have held. Please include the level of service (Greenhand, Chapter, Section, or Region). Also include the year of service.

List below the top five FFA ACTIVITIES that you have participated in which you believe best exemplify your program involvement. (Meetings, conferences, conventions, Supervised Agriculture Experiences, or other non-awards-related events). Please include the FFA level of participation. (Chapter, Section, Region, State, National)

List what you believe to be the top 5 FFA contests/awards programs that you have participated in. (Judging teams, public speaking contests, proficiency awards, etc ). Please provide the name of the event, your placing, and the year you competed.

List up to five NON-FFA leadership experiences you have participated in which you believe best exemplify your leadership capabilities. Please include the level of your participation.

List up to five community service activities in which you have participated. Please include a description of your responsibility, as well as the year(s) you participated.

Why do you want to be a chapter officer? Please explain in no more than 250 words.*

How would you encourage others to be more involved in the agriculture program/FFA? Please explain in no more than 250 words.*

What is something you would like to see continued in our FFA chapter? Please explain in no more than 250 words.*

What is something you would like to see changed in our FFA chapter? Please explain in no more than 250 words.*

What is your student email address? *

What is the best phone number to reach you? (If needed.)*

Optional: Is there anything else you would like the Nominating Committee to know before your interview that hasn't already been listed or shared above?

PLEASE NOTE:

Once the application is completed and submitted ellectronically by the due date, please confirm the application has been recived by sending an email to Ms. Maratsos asking for confirmation. (maggie.maratsos@puhsd.org)

Once your application is received, you will be soon given the date and time of your interview by the nominating committee via email. All interviews will take place on Thursday, April 9th after school. We cannot stress enough that you need to be checking your email routinely daily during this time.