§ THE
AGRICULTURE PROGRAM:
COURSES 2012-2013
q ANIMAL
SCIENCE (1 credit)
The Animal Science course is designed to provide an overview of the animal science industry. It provides information on the biological make-up of various species of agricultural livestock. It also provides students with information on animal behavior that would be beneficial before embarking on a career in Animal Science. Typical instructional activities include hands-on experiences with the principles and practices essential in the production and management of farm animals and farm animal products for economic, recreational, and therapeutic uses; participating in personal and community leadership development activities; planning and implementing a relevant school-to-work transition experience; and participating in FFA activities
q INTRODUCTION
TO VETERINARY SCIENCE (1 credit)
In this advanced animal science course, students will
explore the field of veterinary medicine. Students will study the role of a
veterinarian and veterinary technician in the diagnosis and treatment of animal
diseases. Topics to be discussed include: veterinary terminology, anatomy and
physiology, pathology, genetics, handling and restraint, and physical
examinations along with common surgical skills.
Students will engage in a variety of laboratory activities and will
participate in shadowing and/or other school-to-work experiences.
q OUTDOOR
RECREATION (1 credit)
The
Outdoor Recreation course is a combination of subject matter and planned
learning experiences on the principles involved in outdoor safety, planning
outdoor recreational activities, designing parks and special use areas, and
outdoor recreational resources on public lands.
Instruction also emphasizes such factors as the establishment,
management, and operation of land for recreational purposes. Typical learning activities include hunter
and boater education; ATV safety; Survival and first aid techniques; planning,
designing and maintaining an outdoor recreational area; and participating in
personal and community leadership development activities; planning and
implementing a relevant school-to-work transition experience; and participating
in FFA activities
q FORESTRY (1 credit)
The
Forestry course is designed to teach technical knowledge and skills for
entry-level positions in the production, protection, and management of timber
and specialty forest resources. Typical instructional activities include
hands-on experiences with assessing environmental factors affecting forest
growth; cruising timber; planting trees; managing an established forest;
selecting, grading and marketing forest raw materials for converting into a
variety of consumer goods; harvesting timber or pulpwood; operating and
maintaining equipment; managing forests for multiple purpose uses such as game
preserves and recreation; participating in personal and community leadership
development activities; planning and implementing a relevant school-to-work
transition experience; and participating in FFA activities.
q AQUACULTURE
(1 credit)
The Aquaculture course is designed to teach knowledge and skills required for job entry into alternative agriculture through the husbandry of aquatic plants and animals. The ultimate objective of this course is to help students plan, build, stock, and run aquaculture facilities of varied sizes. Aquaculture projects require planning and management comparable to any other commercial endeavor. Typical learning activities include selecting a site, evaluating soil types, selecting equipment and planning a facility, managing water quality to promote good health and growth of selected aquatic species, participating in FFA personal and leadership development activities, and planning and conducting a supervised occupational experience program relevant to aquaculture.
q WILDLIFE (1 credit)
The Wildlife Management course is designed to teach technical knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in the conservation and/or management of wildlife enterprises. Typical instructional activities include hands-on experiences with analyzing problems and developing site plans including the essential elements, concepts, and skills related to wildlife management; understanding basic ecological concepts; implementing habitat management practices; identifying wildlife and fish species; analyzing policies, laws and regulations, and using natural resources for outdoor recreation; participation in personal and community leadership development activities and planning and implementing a relevant supervised agricultural experience; and participating in FFA activities.
2012-2013
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President Jay Baxley |
Vice President- Johnathan Fail |
Secretary- Julie Moody |
Treasurer Reba Fedd |
Reporter Trent Creech |
Sentinel Ashley Still |
Historian Matt Kennedy |
Parliamentarian Coltin Nobles |
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o SUPERVISED AGRICULTURE EXPERIENCES
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AWARDS LIST
2005 2006
State Equine Proficiency Award - Jewel Wrighton (National Bronze)
State Diversified Livestock Proficiency Award James Smoak (National Bronze)
State Diversified Agriculture Production Proficiency Award Amanda Hiott (National Bronze)
Region Star in Agribusiness Amanda Hiott
SCYFAA $500 Scholarship Gillian Tuttle
New Ellenton Ag Club Scholarship $500 Amanda Hiott
Hartzog Foundation Scholarship $500 Blake Morris
National Wild Turkey Federation Scholarship $500 Casey Bell, Gillian Tuttle
National Chapter Awards 2005, Silver; 2006, Silver
75% Membership Award
State FFA Leadership Camp Ag Olympic Winner, Banner Winner
State FFA Honorary Degree Candidates Mr. Jason Still, Mr. Henry Herndon
State FFA Degree Candidates Amanda Hiott, Gillian Tuttle
S.C. Commissioners
2004 Amanda Hiott, Gillian Tuttle
2005 Casey Bell
2006 Vincent Wald
2006 2007
Barnwell City Council Certificate of Appreciation Barnwell Lake Beautification Project
State Forestry CDE
- 5th place team
- top individual, Jonathan Gray
Region Tractor Driving CDE 2nd place team
State Tractor Driving CDE 11th place team
State Wildlife CDE 16th place team
Region Upper Creed Speaking 2nd place individual, Dustin Beasley
Lower State STAR in Placement Jewel Wrighton
Lower State STAR in Entreprenuership James Smoak
State Agri-Entreprenuership Award Jonathan Gray
State FFA Degree Recepients James Smoak, Jewel Wrighton
New Ellenton Ag Club Scholarships ($500 each) Jewel Wrighton, James Smoak
The Hartzog Foundation Scholarship Dustin Richey
Barnwell County Career Center Scholarship Jewel Wrighton
SCYFAA Scholarship Amanda Hiott
National
Chapter Award GOLD **** (3 STAR
NATIONAL RANKING)
100% FFA Membership Award
National Officer Candidate for South Carolina Amanda Hiott
American FFA Degree Candidate Amanda Hiott
Honorary State FFA Degree Candidates Mr. Don Still, Mr. Johney Haralson, and Mrs. Myrtle Gray
2007 2008
State Forestry CDE
- 2nd place team
State Wildlife CDE
- 6th place team
State Agronomy CDE
- 3rd place team
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Top Individual Jonathan Myers,
Region Tractor Driving
- 5th place team
Region Prepared Public Speaking
- 1st place
State Prepared Public Speaking
- TBA
State Horse Judging CDE
- 16th place team
Lower State STAR in Agribusiness Nick Still
State FFA Degrees Jonathan Gray and Nick Still
State Honorary Degrees Johnny Gray, Marian West, Jeff Sandifer, Shannon Herndon, and Joseph Handberry
SCYFAA Scholarship ($1000) Jonathan Gray
New Ellenton Ag Club Scholarship ($500) Jonathan Gray
State Proficiency Award Winners:
- Small Animal Care Production Porter Smith
- Diversified Agric. Production Nick Still
- Forestry Jonathan Gray
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Beef Production Dray
100% Membership Award
National Chapter Award GOLD ******* GOVERNORS CITATION WINNER COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
National Officer Candidate Amanda Hiott
Barnwell County Career Center FFA
Attn: Mindy Sandifer
Blackville,
(803)300-2529
fax (803) 541-4701
LAST UPDATED 9.4.2012
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