§ 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 CHAPTER OFFICERS

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

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

Barnwell County Career Center $500 Scholarships – Amanda Hiott, 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. Commissioner’s School of Agriculture – Clemson University

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

- 5^th place team

- top individual, Jonathan Gray

Region Tractor Driving CDE – 2^nd place team

State Tractor Driving CDE – 11^th place team

State Wildlife CDE – 16^th place team

Region Upper Creed Speaking – 2^nd 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

- 2^nd place team

State Wildlife CDE

- 6^th place team

State Agronomy CDE

- 3^rd place team

- Top Individual – Jonathan Myers, 2^nd Place Individual – Amber Gunnells, 4^th Individual – Robb Sanders

Region Tractor Driving

- 5^th place team

Region Prepared Public Speaking

- 1^st place

State Prepared Public Speaking

- TBA

State Horse Judging CDE

- 16^th place team

Lower State STAR in placement – Jonathan Gray STATE STAR IN PLACEMENT

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

Barnwell County Career Center Scholarship ($500) – 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

- Beef Production – Dray Davis

Lower State Individual FFA Award – Devan Davis

100% Membership Award

National Chapter Award – GOLD ******* GOVERNOR’S CITATION WINNER – COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

National Officer Candidate – Amanda Hiott

Barnwell County Career Center FFA

Attn: Mindy Sandifer

5214 Reynolds Rd.

Blackville, S.C. 29817

(803)300-2529

fax (803) 541-4701

msandifer@bccc.k12.sc.us

LAST UPDATED 9.4.2012

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