What is the Texas FFA Legislative Experience?      
Facilitated by agricultural educators in their respective classrooms, this four day experience explores the legislative process and the essential role that students play in advocating for FFA, Agricultural Education and Career Technical Education.

We are excited to provide agricultural educators with classroom resources and activities that can be used to engage ALL students in a legislative advocacy experience. These resources are turn-key for convenience but can be customized to fit a teacher’s courses.

Each day includes the following resources:
•A 50-Minute Lesson Plan with Identified Texas TEKS
•An Accompanying Presentation
•All Required Worksheets and Supplemental Materials
•Thought Question Worksheets
•Pre-Recorded Panel Discussions With Industry Experts (Day Two – Four Only)

 

We can’t wait for students to engage in this program!

Download the Legislative Experience Outline Here! 

Day One      
Topic: Introduction to Texas Government
Description: Students will unpack an overview of the Texas government and how a bill becomes a law. 

     

Day Two      
Topic: Agriculture Education and the Three Component Model
Description: Students will understand and articulate the value of agricultural education and reflect on their own experiences.

     

Day Three      
Topic: Conversations with Elected Officials 
Description: Students will learn how to facilitate effective conversations with elected officials through key messaging.

     

Day Four      
Topic: Opportunities in Public Service
Opportunity: Students will be exposed to opportunities for public service in high school and beyond.