Virginia FFA State Officer Candidates
Serving as a Virginia FFA State Officer is one of the highest leadership opportunities in our association. State officers represent FFA members across the Commonwealth while developing their leadership, advocating for agricultural education, and serving Virginia FFA.
State Officer Applications Due:
May 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Live Q&A Session
Coffee & Candidates
Interested in running for Virginia FFA State Office? Join the current state officer team for an informal Zoom Q&A session to learn more about the process, expectations, timeline, and experience of serving as a state officer.
May 19, 2026
7:00–8:00 PM
Via Zoom
Join the Q&A Session
Understanding the Commitment
Serving as a Virginia FFA State Officer is a year of leadership service to the members of the Virginia FFA Association. Officers represent both Virginia FFA and the National FFA Organization throughout their term and are expected to uphold high standards of professionalism both on and off the stage.
The experience resembles a leadership internship requiring travel, preparation, teamwork, and dedication—but it is also one of the most rewarding opportunities available to an FFA member.
Quarter 1
Onboarding & Summer Engagement
- Officer training and team development
- Planning leadership workshops
- New school year chapter visits
- Agricultural events and fair season
Quarter 2
Leadership & National Representation
- Fall Leadership Conferences
- Advocacy training
- National FFA Convention
- International experience preparation
Quarter 3
Winter Leadership & Preparation
- Mid-year officer reflection
- Chapter visits
- Leadership workshops
- Planning for spring events
Quarter 4
Celebration & Convention Season
- Career & Leadership Development Events
- Chapter banquets
- Final chapter visits
- Preparing for State Convention
State Officer Application
Complete the official Virginia FFA State Officer application below. Candidates should review the Candidate Handbook and Parent Handbook before beginning the application and submit the required Signature Certification Form as part of the process.
Application Deadline:
May 15, 2026 at 11:59 PM. Late submissions cannot be accepted.