Archived News
Want to serve on the State Nominating Committee?
(02/23/2013)If you are interested in serving on the State Nominating Committe? Access the application Here!
Attention Seniors and Eligible Juniors!
(02/23/2013)The State Degree is due to the State FFA Office on March 15! Start working on your degrees now to get a head start!
Access the Application Here
Chapter Degree Application Now Available!
(02/23/2013)Do you have your Greenhand Degree? Do you want to take the next step in achieving your degrees in the FFA? Apply for the Chapter FFA Degree!
The Chapter FFA Degree is required for the Garden State FFA Degree.
2013 Chapter FFA Degree - Due March 15!
Want to Serve as A Chapter Officer?
(02/23/2013)Want to take the ultimate step of leadership and serve as a chapter officer? Chapter Officers plan events, serve as role models for chapter members, and help lead the chapter throughout the year! If you are interested in serving, please fill out the application. Applications are due May 8, 2013 to chapter advisers.
Mrs. Emmons and Mr. Cruzan will be available to help fill out the application. Applicants will be interviewed by the committee on May 15, 2013 in the agriculture building!
Thank YOU!
(02/20/2013)Thank you to all of our supporters who came out to the Sponsor''s Breakfast on Wednesday! We are grateful for the support we have in the community! It was great to hear from our speakers and to have our students network with our Alumni, Community Members, and Elected Leaders!
Horticultural Exposition
(02/20/2013)Come out to see the Horticultural Exposition at Mercer County Community College (MCCC) on March 15-17! Allentown will have over 30 entries into the contest!
Annual FFA Spaghetti Dinner and Auction
(02/15/2013)Come out and support the Allentown FFA Alumni at their Annual Dinner Auction. All proceeds benefit the Allentown FFA Chapter!
Come out and enjoy an All-You-Can-Eat spaghetti dinner, followed by a Silent and Tricky Tray Auction!
The event will be help April 6, 2013 at the Hope Fire Company! Doors open at 6:00PM.
State Degrees and Proficiencies
(01/18/2013)If you are interested in applying for a proficiency award or state degree, please see Mrs. Emmons or Mr. Cruzan. We will be glad to help get you started!
Spring Career Development Events
(01/18/2013)We are currently holding signups for Spring Career Development Events. If you are interested in a CDE, please see any advisor or officer. Signups are located in the Agriculture Building.
- Agricultural Systems and Technology (Mechanics)
- Agricultural Issues
- Agricultural Sales
- Environmental and Natural Resources
- Floriculture
- Nursery and Landscape
- Parliamentary Procedure
- Veterinary Science
- 3-5 Public Speaking
- 6-8 Public Speaking
- Job Interview
- Extemperaneous Public Speaking
Winter Career Development Events
(11/08/2012)Do you want to participate in a Winter CDE? Signups are starting now! Practices begin in January.
The following Winter CDEs are available:
Forestry: Learn about forest tree identification, forest maintenance, forest fires, logging, and more!
Meat Technology: Discover how to identify different cuts of meat and the techniques in preparing meat for retail sales!
Agronomy: Want to learn how to identify grains and other important agricultural species? We also cover weed identification and proper land maintenance.
Agricultural Business Management: Learn how to maintain an agricultural business, including accounting, budgeting, and tax law!
Floral Design: Discover the art of floral design by creating various types of arrangements. You will also discover pricing, plant identification, and more!
Its Citrus Time Again!
(10/31/2012)Its that time of year! The Allentown FFA will be holding the Annual Citrus from November 1st until December 1st, 2012. Orders will be ready for pickup on December 12, 13, and 14. All fruit is shipped directly from Florida, fresh from the tree! We will be offering the following sizes and varieties:
Navel Oranges, Pink Grapefruit, and Juice Oranges:
$16.00- Half Case
$24.00- Full Case
Mixed (1/2 Navels and 1/2 Grapefruit):
$17.00- Half Case
You can place an order with Denise Emmons, Laura Wurtzel, Dale Cruzan, or any FFA member. All proceeds benefit the Allentown FFA Chapter and help support travel, leadership events, and scholarships to FFA Members. Again, thank you for your continued support of our FFA Chapter and our members.
Here''s to a healthy dose of Vitamin C!
National FFA Convention
(10/28/2012)11 Members of the Allentown FFA participated in the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana from October 23-27. Our members represented New Jersey in the National FFA Veterinary Science Career Development Event (CDE) and the National Parliamentary Procedure CDE, as well as participating in leadership workshops, community service activities, and speaking with various colleges and employers.
Veterinary Science: This was the first year for the contest at the National Level. The students represented us well in the first Veterinary Science CDE.
Parliamentary Procedure: The team earned a bronze rating in the National Contest. They received high marks for their demonstration of parliamentary debate. One member earned her Certified Agricultural Parliamentarian Certificate.
National Chapter: The Allentown FFA was recognized as a gold, three star FFA Chapter. This is given to less than 1% of all FFA Chapters.
In addition, students participated in the 1st Annual FFA Rally Against Hunger. Our members helped package meals that will be sent to developing countries. During the convention, over 1 million meals were packaged.
If you would like to learn more about the convention, please visit https://www.ffa.org/events/conventionandexpo/Pages/default.aspx.
Attention Alumni!
(10/05/2012)Are you interested in getting involved? Plan on attending the October Meeting at 7:00pm in the Agriculture Building! We are looking to reconnect with our alumni to continue building our program and ensuring its success in the future!
Annual Halloween Meeting
(10/05/2012)**The Meeting will be Held on Wednesday, October 17!**
Our Annual Halloween Meeting will be held on October 17, 2012 at 7:00pm in the Agriculture Building! Events will include games, a hayride, and a costume contest! The Alumni Meeting will be held at the same time!
See you there!
CDE Practice Schedule
(09/20/2012)Practices have been annouced for the Fall Semester:
Tuesday- Fruits and Vegetable Identification
Wednesday- Turf Grass/ Landscape Design
Wednesday- Land Judging
Wednesday- Milk Quality and Products
Thursday- Parliamentary Procedure
Attending LEAD or National FFA Convention?
(09/20/2012)If you are attending LEAD on October 5-6 or National FFA Convention on October 23-27, you and your parents are required to attend the Parents Meeting on October 3 at 6:00PM in the Agriculture Building. If you cannot attend, please contact Ms. Folino to schedule other arrangements.
Allentown FFA Officer Leadership Training
(08/16/2012)Allentown FFA Officers:
Below is the information for AOLT. Make sure you have a permission slip signed and a note stating you can walk from the school to the church.
REConnect Meeting
(07/16/2012)Are you a past president of the Allentown FFA? Are you a past officer or member who wants to get more involved? Please join us at the REConnect Meeting on August 9! Please contact Mrs. Emmons (emmonsd@ufrsd.net) or Mr. Cruzan (cruzand@ufrsd.net) for more details.
Are you an incoming freshmen? Want to participate in the FFA?
(07/02/2012)The FFA is looking for motivated students for the Fall Semester! We will be planning activities, competing in events, and conducting fundraisers. Here is a snap shot of the Fall Semester and events incoming students can participate in!
- Fall Career Development Events (CDEs)- Fruit and Vegetable Identification, Land Judging, Milk Quality and Products, and Turf Management
- Greenhand Day
- State Greenhand Conference (First week of October)
- Chapter Meetings (see calendar on the side)
- and more....
Congratulations to the New Officer Team!
(06/01/2012)At the chapter banquet, the 2012-2013 officially assumed their duties! We are proud to the officers for the coming year!
President- Stuart Faunce
Vice-President- Nicole Wright
Corresponding Secretary- Jessie Hickey
Recording Secretary- George Stillwell
Treasurer- Jenna Pinhas
Reporter- Jessica Tegano
Sentinel- Grayson Asprocolas
Parliamentarian- Jessalee Cruz
We wish them the best of luck throughout their year of service!
Off to Washington Leadership Conference!
(05/24/2012)Congratulations to Jenna Pinhas and Stuart Faunce, who were recipients of the New Jersey FFA Alumni Association Scholarship for the Washington Leadership Conference (WLC). Stuart and Jenna will spent a week in Washington D.C. with FFA members from around the country learning about leadership, service, and what it takes to make a difference in the community!
A Great Learning Experience!
(05/22/2012)Congratulations to Jessie Hickey, who has received the opportunity to attend a month-long institute at the University of Illinois- Champagne-Urbana with the USDA Ag-Discovery Program. Jessie will be studying veterinary science and animal health in an intense college-like program!
FFA Plant Sale Starts May 1!
(04/29/2012)The Annual FFA Plant Sale begins May 1! All plants are raised by the Greenhouse Management & Floral Design Course at AHS. All proceeds help with leadership events, travel costs, and competitive events.
The greenhouse will be open 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. We will also be selling at Jersey Fresh at the Horsepark of New Jersey on May 12 & 13, 2012!
2012 Pricing:
- Bedding and Vegetable Plants (4 & 6 Packs)- $1.00 per pack $10.00 per flat
- Hanging Baskets (Ivy Geranium and Evolvus) 8"- $10.00, 10"- $12.00
- 4.5" Geraniums, Coleus, Evolvus, and New Guinea Impatiens- $2.00 Each, 10 for $8.00
- 4.5" Citronella Geranium, Variegated Geranium, Hyacinth Bean, Moonflower, and Rosemary- $3.00 Each
- 4.5" Wandering Traveler and Spider Plants- $1.00 Each
State Convention Parent Meeting
(04/29/2012)If you are attending the New Jersey FFA Convention, you parents must attend a mandatory meeting on Thursday, May 17, 2012 at 6:00 PM in the Agriculture Building. If you cannot attend the meeting, please contact Ms. Folino to schedule a meeting.
This meeting will cover the policies for overnight trips and the expectations for student behavior at the convention.
New Jersey FFA State Convention
(04/21/2012)If you received your State FFA Convention Packets, please make sure to get those signed. All packets are due by May 10, 2012.
You must get all of your teachers signatures, parents signature, copy of your insurance card, and the $120.00 fee for State Convention. If you cannot afford the fee, please see Mrs. Emmons, Mr. Cruzan, or Ms. Wurtzel.
New Jersey FFA State Convention
(04/20/2012)The Allentown FFA will be participating in the following Career Development Events at the New Jersey FFA Convention. If you would like to assist with practices, please contact us! We are looking for any help you can provide.
- Agricultural Issues
- Official Ceremonies
- Teach Agriculture
- Extemporaneous Public Speaking
- 3-5 Minute Public Speaking
- 6-8 Minute Public Speaking
- Parliamentary Procedure
- Team Demonstration
- Portable Display
- Scrapbook
Off to Oklahoma!
(04/04/2012)The Allentown FFA will once again represent the New Jersey FFA Association at the Annual Land and Range Judging Contest in Oklahoma! Congratulations to George Stillwell, Jenna Pinhas, Stuart Faunce, and Jessica Tegano!
Good luck!
Tractor Raffle!
(04/04/2012)The 2nd Annual Tractor Raffle is now in full swing! This year, the auction will include an Allis Chalmers Model G restored by the Agricultural Mechanics Program at Allentown High School. In addition, New Egypt Agway has some great prizes also available!
Tickets are $10.00 and include a 20% off coupon for New Egypt Agway on the day of the Sale! All proceeds benefit Allentown FFA, Northern Burlington FFA, and the Horse Park of New Jersey! Please see any FFA member or contact us at 609-259-7292 ext 1440 or 1443!
The Allentown FFA is grateful for the continued support of New Egypt Agway! Without their support, this raffle would not be possible!
Annual Allentown FFA Dinner Auction
(04/01/2012)The Annual Allentown FFA Dinner Auction has been rescheduled to May 19, 2012 at the Hope Fire Company! The dinner starts at 6:00pm and is immediately followed by silent auction and tricky tray auction! Tickets are $10.00 at the door!
The Allentown FFA is now accepting donations for the silent and tricky tray auction! If you are willing to donate, please contact any FFA member or the agriculture building ay 609-259-7292 ext 1440.
Join Us in Selling National FFA Week!
(02/17/2012)State Conventon Career Development Events (CDEs)
(02/12/2012)Are you interested in participating in a State Convention CDE? Please see any of the officers, Mr. Cruzan, Mrs. Emmons, or Ms. Wurtzel to signup!
- Parliamentary Procedure
- Public Speaking (3-5, 6-8, and Extemp)
- Job Interview
- Demonstration (Individual and Team)
- FFA Quiz Bowl
- Teach Ag
- Tractor Operator
- Video Public Relations
Spring Career Development Events
(02/12/2012)Practices for Spring Career Development Events (CDEs) have begun. If you are interested in joining a team, please see Mr. Cruzan or Mrs. Emmons:
- Agricultural Mechanics
- Agricultural Sales
- Veterinary Science
- Floriculture
- Nursery & Landscape
- Environmental & Natural Resources
National FFA Week
(02/12/2012)The Allentown FFA will be celebrating National FFA Week from February 18-25. We will be completing the following activities during the week:
- Sunday, February 19- Officer Wreath Ceremony at Leslie Applegate's Grave
- Tuesday, February 21- FFA T-Shirt Day
- Wednesday, February 22- Sponsors Breakfast & Blue/Gold Day
- Thursday, February 23- Advocacy & Legislative Leadership Day (ALLD) & Camouflage/ Tractor Shirt Day
- Friday, February 24- Hat Day (with purchase of ribbon to benefit Farmers Against Hunger and Riding High Farm)
- Sunday, February 26- FFA Ski Trip (see Mrs. Emmons or Mr. Cruzan for a permission slip)
Allentown Alumni Dinner Auction
(02/01/2012)Due to unforeseen circumstances, the FFA Dinner Auction will need to be rescheduled. We are currently looking for a new venue to hold our Annual Spaghetti Dinner & Auction. Please check back regularly for updates.
Are you an Allentown FFA Alumni?
(01/31/2012)We want to hear from you! This year, we are working on connecting with Allentown FFA Alumni. Please join our Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/allentownffaalumni). We have also sent out letters to all Alumni we have on file. Please contact us if you have any questions!
February Member Calendar
(01/24/2012)Want to stay up on what is happening in the month of February? Check out the new member calendar!
Money Talks Workshop!
(01/12/2012)Do you want to learn more about finances and maintaining budgets? Come out to the Money Talks Workshop! Guest speakers include Mr. Gessman and Mrs.Shiraldi. The workshop starts at 2:15pm in the Agriculture Building on Tuesday, January 17, 2012.
January Member Calendar
(01/02/2012)Want to keep up to date with the happenings in the month of January? Check out the member calendar for January
Citrus Now Available for Pickup!
(12/14/2011)The Citrus has arrived! If you pre-ordered citrus from the Allentown FFA, it will be available for Pickup at the following dates and times.
- Wednesday, December 14- 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Thursday, December 15- 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Friday, December 16- 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
The open sale will be held on Saturday, December 17, 2011 from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM. All orders can be picked up at the Agricultural Sciences Building.
Poinsettia Sale
(12/01/2011)The Allentown FFA will once again be selling poinsettias, perfect for bringing color to the holiday season. We have the following sizes and colors available:
- 4.5" Container- Red- $5.00
- 6" Container- Red, White, Pink, & Marble- $7.00
- 7" Container- Red and White Combination (limited available)- $15.00
- 8" Container- Red, White, Pink, & Marble- $18.00
All Poinsettias are first come, first served!. Thank you for your support! This fundraiser will help support FFA leadership events and help to cover some of the costs for our members to travel to state and national conventions!
December Member Calendar
(12/01/2011)The December member calendar is now available. Keep up to date with upcoming events and activities! Click Here.
Annual Pet Food/ Supply Drive for Popcorn Park Zoo
(11/19/2011)The Allentown FFA will again be holding its annual Pet Food/Supply Drive to benefit the Popcorn Park Zoo in Lacey, NJ. There will bins placed throughout the schools and town beginning Monday. You can also bring donations to the Ag building. We will be collecting donations until Dec. 21, when we will bring all donated items directly to the Popcorn Park Zoo.
- Items that they are always in need of include:
- Canned food - dog, cat, puppy, kitten
- Leashes, collars, dog and cat shampoo, dog harnesses
- Cat litter, litter boxes, scratching posts
- Dog & cat, beds, toys, treats
- KMR - mother's milk kitten formula and bottles
- Blankets, sheets, towels, pillows, Laundry soap
- Cleaning supplies - bleach, Lysol, spic-n-span, scrub brushes, paper towels, brooms, buckets, dust pans, cleaning rags
- Mops, rakes, shovels
- Pine/Aspen shavings, water bottles for rabbits/gerbils
- Weight control dog food - dry science diet or canned
- Rabbit and guinea pig food
- Parrot food - Abba or zooprem pellet brands
- Fresh fruit and vegetables, shelled peanuts-no salt
* Monetary donations also accepted
Winter CDEs
(11/18/2011)Interested in Participating in Career Development Event? Practices will be starting in January for Winter CDEs!
Events offered include:
- Forestry
- Agronomy
- Meats Judging
- Farm Business Management
Congratulations to the Fall Career Development Teams
(11/18/2011)Congratulations to the Land Judging & Fruits and Vegetables Identification Teams for placing 1st in State Competitive Events. Land Judging will represent New Jersey at the National Land and Range Judging in Oklahoma in May.
Great job!
November Calendar
(11/07/2011)Please check out the printable member calendar for the month of November.
Allentown FFA Chapter @ National Convention
(10/24/2011)We are pleased to announce that the Allentown FFA represented Allentown High School very well at the National FFA Convention. The Allentown FFA was recognized as a 2- Star FFA Chapter, being ranked among the best in the nation. The following teams and individuals were recognized.
Dairy Foods:
The Dairy Foods team received a bronze ranking overall. Tara Daly received a Silver Ranking individually. Jessica Tegano, Taylor Eisenburg, and Anna Lubas all received bronze rankings individually.
Farm Business Management:
The Farm Business Management Team received a silver ranking overall. Jenna Pinhas received a gold ranking individually. George Stillwell and Morgan Lubbe received a Silver ranking individually.
Parliamentary Procedure:
The Parliamentary Procedure Team received a bronze ranking overall. Stuart Faunce and Jessie Hickey both passed the Registered Agricultural Parliamentarian Exam and are now registered parliamentarians.
Extemporaneous Public Speaking:
Nichole Ondy was recognized as a bronze ranked individual in the extemporaneous public speaking event.
October Member Calendar
(10/06/2011)Want to keep up to date about what is going on in the Allentown FFA during October? Check out the new October Member Calendar!
Allentown FFA in the Examiner
(10/01/2011)The Allentown FFA was recently the subject of an article in the Examiner! Click here to check out the article.
National FFA Convention
(09/15/2011)From October 17-22, the Allentown FFA will be traveling to Indianapolis, Indiana for the National FFA Convention. Allentown will be sending 15 students for the following events/teams Parliamentary Procedure, Dairy Foods, Farm Business Management, and Extemporaneous Public Speaking. Allentown will also be recognized as a 2- Star FFA Chapter.
Chapter Outing- Apple Picking
(09/15/2011)The October Chapter Outing will be held October 13, 2011 from 2:15 PM- 4:30 PM. The FFA Chapter will be holding an Apple Picking Outing at Russo's Orchard Lane Farm. The chapter will provide transportation to and from the farm. Members are responsible for the cost of apples and other items picked. If you are interested, please contact any Allentown FFA Officer, Mrs. Emmons, Mr. Cruzan, or Mrs. Wurtzel. Permission slips will be distributed through October 11, 2011.
Greenhand Day
(09/15/2011)Greenhand Day will be held Wednesday, September 21 at 2:15-4:00pm in the agriculture building. All first year members are encouraged to attend! The Allentown FFA Officers will lead members in leadership activities and games and help prepare them for the Greenhand FFA Degree. If you have any questions, please contact any of the officers, Mrs. Emmons, or Mr. Cruzan.
FFA Bulb Sale
(09/14/2011)FFA members are once again selling Spring Flower Bulbs. Daffodils, tulips, lilies, and more are available for $6.00 a package. Please see any FFA member, Mr. Cruzan, Mrs. Emmons, or Ms. Wurtzel for more information. The sale runs from September 14th- October 4, 2011.
Blue & Gold Report on A-Town Live!
(09/01/2011)Want to keep up with the activities of the Allentown FFA Chapter? Make sure to tune in to A-Town Live during Homeroom for the Blue & Gold Report on Tuesdays. The Officer Team will be providing updates, discussing upcoming activities, and keeping you informed about the activities of the Allentown FFA Chapter!
FFA Chapter Meeting
(09/01/2011)The Allentown FFA Meeting will be held Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 7:30 PM in the Agriculture Building. After the meeting, please stay for the "Welcome Back" celebrate with games, food, and plenty of activities.
Fall Career Development Events
(08/12/2011)Interested in competing in a Fall Career Development Event (CDE)? Practices will start in September for Land Judging, Milk Quality and Products (Dairy Foods), Fruit and Vegetable Identification, and Turfgrass Management. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Cruzan, Mrs. Emmons, or any of the officers.
The Practice Schedule is as Follows:
- Monday- Milk Quality and Products (Dairy Foods) and Turf Management
- Tuesday- Fruit and Vegetable Identification
- Wednesday- Land Judging
Greenhouse Reconstruction
(08/11/2011)The Allentown FFA Parents, Alumni, and Friends (PAF) group will be leading the reconstruction of Greenhouse 3 at Allentown High School on August 20th and 21st. . This includes reconstruction of the framing and glazing materials, while leaving the concrete block and head structure intack. If you are interested in helping, please contact Mr. Cruzan or Mr. Roszel.
Allentown FFA 2011-2012 Mission Statement & Long Term Goals
(08/11/2011)The Allentown FFA Officer Team adopted a mission statement and long term goals for the 2011-2012 school year. These goals will help guide the chapter throughout the year. If you have any questions about the mission statement and goals, please let us know! We look forward to a great school year!
Allentown FFA Officer Training (AOLT)
(08/04/2011)Allentown FFA Officer Training (AOLT) will be held August 9-10, 2011. Below, please find the important information:
Topics:
Tara: Team Dynamics
Stuart: How to give an effective presentation
Tara & Stuart Team Presentation: Effective Committees
George: Conflict Resolution
Nicole: Etiquette
George & Nicole Team Presentation: Making Ideas Happen
Jessie: Utilizing Technology & Learning Styles
Jenna: Time Management
Jess: Effective Correspondences (letters, emails, etc)
Jenna & Jess Team Presentation: Teaching Others
Please make sure to look over the packing list and the agenda (The Agenda Has Been Revised)
Advisory Council Meeting
(08/04/2011)The Allentown High School Advisory Council Meeting will be held August 9, 2011 at 6:00 PM at the Allentown High School Presbterian Church Annex. Come out to meet the new officers and Eric Nelson, New Jersey National FFA Officer Candidate.
The 2011-2012 Officer Team
(06/10/2011)Congratulations to the newly elected officers of the Allentown FFA Chapter, as accepted at last night's June meeting.
- President: Tara Daly
- Vice-President: Stuart Faunce
- Secretary: Jessica Tegano
- Treasurer: George Stillwell
- Reporter: Jessie Hickey
- Sentinel: Nicole Wright
- Parliamentarian: Jenna Pinhas
Allentown FFA @ The 82nd New Jersey FFA Convention
(05/26/2011)The Allentown FFA represented Allentown High School at the 82nd New Jersey FFA Convention. Once again, the FFA members represented our school well!
Highlights of the Convention:
- Anna Lubas was named the New Jersey FFA State Treasurer 2011-2012 and received her state degree! Anna will represent the New Jersey FFA at various events and will assist in carrying out New Jersey FFA Events. Anna will also help plan the various leadership training for the 1,800 FFA members in FFA.
- Nichole Ondy was recognized for being named member of the month for December and Anna Lubas was recognized for being named Member of the Month for April
- Allentown FFA was named a Gold Chapter and will receive national recognition as a Three-Star Chapter.
- Tara Daly was recognized for being the highest placing individual in a National FFA Competition. Tara placed 16th out of over 300 students at the National Land & Range Judging Contest in May of 2010. The Land Judging Team was recognized for being the highest placing New Jersey team in a national contest.
- Nichole Ondy won Extemporaneous Public Speaking and will represent New Jersey at the National Convention.
- The Parliamentary Procedure Team will represent New Jersey at the National Convention.
- The Chapter Won the New Jersey FFA Scrapbook Event.
- The Chapter Officer Team won the State FFA Official Ceremonies Event.
- Stuart Faunce received 3rd Place for his speech on "Farm Safety".
- The FFA Quiz Bowl Team made it to the Semi-Finals.
- Alden Brown received 3rd place for "The Safe Tractor Driving Event".
- Jessie Hickey made it to the final round for the FFA Creed Event.
- Nichole Ondy and Anna Lubas both received scholarships to assist them in their college education.
Please join us in celebrating their accomplishments! If you have these students in class or see them around the school, please congratulate them. Again, they represented Allentown High School well at the State Convention! We are proud of our Allentown FFA program!
Congratulations to the Land Judging Team
(05/12/2011)Congratulations to the Allentown FFA Soils Judging Team for an outstanding performance at the 60th Annual National Land/Pasture/Homesite Judging Competition in Oklahoma City, OK last week. Team members Nicole Wright, James Asprocolas, Adam Klein, and Tom Viviano placed 6th in the nation in the Homesite Evaluation Contest out of 51 FFA teams from around the country.
Freshmen Tom Viviano and Adam Klein led the team with 14th and 17th individual placings. The team was only 1 point behind the fifth place team. The team also placed a respectful 31st out of 93 teams in the Land Judging Contest. Adam Klein placed 15th out of 365 competitors in this contest.
Please, if you see any of these team members, be sure to congratulate them on a job well done and feel proud of how well they represented not only Allentown, but the state of New Jersey.
FFA Plant Sale
(04/28/2011)Starting May 4, 2011, The FFA will be selling bedding plants and hanging plants grown by the Greenhouse Management & Floral Design Class. Prices are as follows:
- Bedding Plants- $1.50 per pack, $10.00 per Flat
- 4.5" Pots- $2.50 per pot
- Hanging Baskets- $9.50 for an 8" Hanging Basket
Tractor Raffle
(04/28/2011)New Egypt Agway is sponsoring a tractor raffle to benefit the Allentown and Northern Burlington FFA Chapters and the Horsepark of New Jersey.
This fundraiser will benefit the local FFA Chapters of North Burlington and Allentown High Schools and Horse Park of New Jersey. Purchase a raffle ticket from any member for a chance to win a John Deere 1939 Model B and other great prizes! Hurry, tickets are limited!
As a SPECIAL BONUS, present any raffle ticket on Saturday, May 21, and receive 20% off your ENTIRE purchase from New Egypt Agway! Visit http://newegyptagway.com/events for more details!
Ag Day
(04/28/2011)Ag Day will be held on May 19th, 2011. If you are interested in helping, please speak to any of the Allentown FFA Officers, Mrs. Emmons, or Mr. Cruzan. We are still looking for volunteers to run the activities and events.
Want to Serve as a 2011-2012 Allentown FFA Officer?
(04/28/2011)Want to serve your fellow members? Want to impact the future of the Allentown FFA? The Allentown FFA Chapter Officer Application is now available under the Forms/ Applications Section of the Website. Applications are due May 16th, 2011. Officer interviews will be held May 18th, 2011.
T-Shirts & Sweatshirts Available
(03/23/2011)We now have Allentown FFA T-Shirts and Sweatshirts available! T-Shirts are $10.00 and Sweatshirts are $25.00. We have both commemorative 75th Anniversary and "We Are the Future" T-Shirts available and "We Are the Future" sweatshirts! Please contact Mrs. Emmons or Mr. Cruzan for more details or to purchase one!
Thank You!
(03/23/2011)The Allentown FFA would like to thank everyone who supported our annual Dinner Auction at the Hope Fire Company on March 19, 2011. We are gracious to the sponsors who donated items for the Silent and Tricky Tray Auctions and all of those who came out to support our chapter! All money raised will be used to support FFA activities throughout the year! We are truly lucky to have such a supportive community!
Summer Career Development Events
(03/15/2011)We are now holding signups for Summer Career Development Events! Summer teams include Poultry Judging, Horse Judging, and the Dairy Handlers Event! Please stop by the agriculture building to sign up!
82nd New Jersey FFA State Convention
(03/12/2011)If you are interested in participating in the any of the events at the New Jersey FFA State Convention, signups are now up in the agriculture building! State Convention Events include:
- Quiz Bowl
- Courtesy Corps
- Job Interview
- 3-5 Minute Public Speaking
- 5-7 Minute Public Speaking
- Extemporaneous Public Speaking
- Tractor Driving
- Individual and Team Demonstration
- Creed Speaking (open to Greenhands)
- Talent Event
- Art Event
Please see Mrs. Emmons or Mr. Cruzan if you are interested in any of the events or awards!
Annual FFA Dinner Auction
(01/25/2011)JOIN US THIS SATURDAY, 03/19/2011!
The FFA will once again hold its Annual Dinner Auction at the Hope Fire Company on March 19, 2011! Make sure to save the date for great food, auction items, and friends! All proceeds benefit the Allentown High School FFA program! Tickets are now available. Please Denise Emmons or Dale Cruzan in the agriculture building, any FFA Officer, or any Allentown FFA Alumni, Parents, and Friends (PAF) member! We look forward to another great event!
For more information contact Advisors Denise Emmons and Dale Cruzan at 609-259-7292 x1440 or x1731 or through email.
Chapter Outing Funplex!
(01/21/2011)The FFA will be hosting a Chapter Outing to the Funplex in Mount Holly on February 25, 2011! This will help cap off FFA week 2011! Please check the website, contact a FFA Officer, or see Mrs. Emmons or Mr. Cruzan in the agriculture building!
Spring Career Development Events
(01/06/2011)Signups have begun for Spring Career Development Events (CDEs). If you are interested in
- Dairy Judging
- Livestock Judging
- Nursery/ Landscape
- Agricultural Mechanics
- Agricultural Sales
- Floriculture
- Environmental and Natural Resources
Harrisburg Farm Show
(01/06/2011)The Allentown FFA will be traveling to the Harrisburg Farm Show. If you are enrolled in an agriculture class this semester or next and you would like to attend, please stop by the agriculture building for a permission slip. Space is limited. For more information on the farm show, visit http://www.farmshow.state.pa.us/
Citrus Available For Pickup
(12/15/2010)The Citrus has arrived! If you pre-ordered Citrus from the Allentown FFA, it is now available for pickup. We will be open the following days and hours:
Wednesday: 8:00 am- 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 am- 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 am- 5:00 PM
Saturday (Open Sale)- 8:00 am- 1:00 PM.
If you did not pre-order Citrus, we will have the open sale on Saturday. All the remaining fruit will be sold.
Pet Food Drive
(12/14/2010)The FFA is now accepting donations for the Annual "Pet Food Drive." Donations are being accepted in the atrium, the agriculture building, and at local businesses. Donations include pet food, collars, leashes, and other materials necessary for proper pet care. We will also accept monetary donations. Please see the list at each drop off site for specific items. All donations will benefit the Popcorn Park Zoo, a shelter and rescue center for animals in Lacey, NJ.
Poinsettias...Just in time for the Holidays
(12/02/2010)Poinsettias have arrived just in time for the holidays! The Allentown FFA Poinsettia sale has started! Red, pink, marble, and white are available in 6" and 8" pots.
6" Plants- $7.50
8" plants- $18.00.
Poinsettias are sold first come, first serve! Stop by the agriculture building or contact Denise Emmons (emmonsd@ufrsd.net) or Dale Cruzan (cruzand@ufrsd.net) if your interested. You can also reach us at x1440. Thank you for your support!
Allentown FFA at 75!
(12/01/2010)This year marks the 75th Anniversary of the Allentown FFA Chapter (1936-2011)! We are looking for ways to celebrate this achievement! If you have any photos, stories, or other items about the FFA Chapter over the last 75 years, please feel free to share them with us! We are looking to reconnect to our alumni, celebrate our past, and build our program for the future!
Winter CDEs
(11/30/2010)Interested in participating in a Winter CDE? Signups have begun for Meat Evaluation, Forestry, Farm Business Management, and Agronomy! Stop by the agriculture building for more information and to sign up.
Congratulations!
(11/18/2010)Congratulations to the Allentown FFA Fall Career Development Event Teams! All three teams won first place in the state in their respective event!
Congratulations to the Dairy Foods, Fruit and Vegetable Identification, and Land Judging Teams! Land Judging will travel to Oklahoma to compete in the National Land Judging Competition in May 2011 and Dairy Foods will represent New Jersey at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana in October 2011! We are extremely proud of our Allentown FFA members and the hard work and dedication they put into their CDE teams!
Allentown FFA in Indianapolis
(11/11/2010)By Nichole Ondy, Chapter President
1,352 miles and nine months of practicing later, the Farm Business Management Team brought home a silver team ranking from National Convention in Indianapolis, Indiana. The National FFA Convention was held from October 19th-23rd. Individually, Kyle Genova placed gold. Aldean Brown, Amanda Kyle, and Chris Tyminski placed silver. Overall, the team placed 18th out of the 42 teams competing from across the country. Allentown also brought home another Three Star Chapter Rating on the national level, placing us in the top 2% of the nation and making us one of the best 150 chapters.
As well as the competition, National Convention offered many other forms of entertainment throughout the days. There were opportunities to walk through the career show, where colleges and sponsors had booths. These included John Deere, Tractor Supply, STIHL, Virginia Tech, the West Virginia University, and many others. For two nights, there was a rodeo at the state fair grounds, which many members enjoyed.
Nichole Ondy also participated in the National Days of Service while attending the convention. She was sent to Gleanors Food Bank, where 40lb boxes were made for the elderly through an assembly line of about 30 students from across the country.
All in all, convention is an opportunity every member should participate in. There are thousands of people to meet (over 50,000 students attend annually), contacts to make, things to buy, and competitions to win!
Apple Picking
(11/09/2010)By Stuart Faunce, Chapter Reporter
The Allentown FFA Chapter took a field trip to Russo's farm to go apple picking. Russo's Farm is located in Chesterfield, NJ. The Russo's have been so gracious with the Allentown FFA by allowing us to come and pick apples on their beautiful farm. In addition, members were invited to walk through the corn maize, which was really fun! The chapter traveled to Russo's for a chance for Allentown FFA members to build connections with fellow members. It was also an enjoying activity for our members to experience the crisp fall weather and the apple orchard. We had 22 Allentown FFA members attend the apple picking.
October FFA Chapter Meeting
(11/01/2010)By Stuart Faunce, Chapter Reporter
The October FFA Chapter meeting took place on October 28th, 2010 in the agriculture building. At the chapter meeting, the officer team covered new and old business with its members. Also, several members from the Northern Burlington FFA Chapter joined us at our meeting. After the meeting, we played many games, including a pie meeting contest, best costume,mummy wrap, orange necking, and doughnut-on-a-rope eating contest. We all had a blast playing Halloween games to stir up our spooky spirit! Over 45 members and guests were present at the meeting.
Need a healthy dose of Vitamin C?....Citrus Sales Begins 11/01
(11/01/2010)The Allentown FFA Chapter will begin its annual Citrus Sale on November 1. The sale will continue until December 1, 2010. Please contact any Allentown FFA Member or advisors Denise Emmons (emmonsd@ufrsd.net) or Dale Cruzan (cruzand@ufrsd.net). You can also contact the agriculture department at extension 1440
Fundraisers
(11/01/2010)The bulb sale is over and bulbs are being distributed as you read! We had great participation this year and were able to raise over $500 for the Chapter.
Citrus Sale begins November 1. Contact us at (609) 259-7292 x1440 or by email at EmmonsD@ufrsd.net or CruzanD@ufrsd.net to place an order.
Allentown FFA at the New Jersey Beach Sweep
(10/30/2010)by Taylor Eisenburg
This year's Beach Sweep was at Sandy Hook on October 23, 2010. We took a bus, arrived around 9:45 am, and left around 11:15 am. While at the beach sweep, there were about 200 other people present to clean up the beach alongside the Allentown FFA Chapter. While there, we were instructed to use a black bag for garbage and a white bag for recyclables. Along the beach, we found numerous articles, some of which were plastic bottles caps and pieces of lumber. With everyone's bag from the FFA chapter were put together, it made approximately one full bag and about a half of a white bag. The brisk air that gave us a tingling sensation on our noses kept us alive and alert! The enthusiasm around the project was amazing, and the attendance of ten chapter members, not including the instructors, was even better! After about an hour and a half of cleaning the beach, we were on our way home again! Silence filled the bus as we all craved food and tried to warm up! Although we were all tired and cold in the end, we all held a smile knowing we did something good for the environment.
FFA News
(10/19/2010)By Reporter Stuart Faunce
This summer was a fun and busy one for the Allentown FFA. On June 25th the FFA took a trip to Long Beach Island. Everyone that attended had a great time. The water was refreshing and the sand was just right in temperature. In July, the FFA was represented at Freedom Fest. The idea was to help educate people on FFA and agriculture. There was a booth manned by both FFA members and Alumni and on Saturday there were games for children to play, such as a hay bale toss, a sponge toss, and many more, all run by FFA members.
The 2010-2011 officer team met many times this summer to prepare for the years upcoming events and activities. Besides meeting weekly throughout the summer, the officer team participated in Allentown Officer Leadership Training (AOLT) and had a great time. This two-day workshop, run by the advisors, helped the new officer team work on team building and leadership skills. The officers are enthusiastic about the many things they have planned for the upcoming year and look forward to meeting the goals they have set for themselves and for the chapter.
At the September chapter meeting, new members received their Greenhand FFA Degree. The officers practiced hard to make sure that they ceremony went off without any problems. Everyone had the chance to meet new friends and as always the refreshments afterwards were tasty.
In October there will be a chapter outing for all members to attend. All members are invited to go to Russo’s Farm after school and pick apples, pumpkins, go on a hayride, and for those who are adventurous enough, take a ‘turn’ in the hay maze. The Allentown FFA is currently having a bulb sale from now through the beginning of October. National Convention will be held from October 20 to the 23. The Farm Business Management Team will be competing and we wish them all the best of luck! Another event happening in October is the NJ Beach Sweeps. The Allentown FFA will be going to Sandy Hook beach to do their part in helping our beaches and the environment. The chapter meeting is October 28 at 7:30pm at the Ag building. There will be a Halloween costume party following the meeting. October has a lot in store for the FFA and its members!
National Convention...Away!!
(10/19/2010)And they're off! The Allentown FFA Farm Business Management Team has officially left the state. The four member team, coached by V. Jacque Roszel, is on their way to compete in the National Farm Business Management Career Development Event in Indianapolis, Indiana. We wish them the best of luck and know that they will make us proud.
Allentown FFA Gets Online with FFAChapter.net
(10/15/2010)
The Allentown, New Jersey High School FFA Chapter became the newest member of the FFAChapter.net family on October 15th, 2010. Advisor Denise Emmons led the effort to put Allentown FFA on the world wide web. Visit the site to keep updated on coming events, news releases, and awards. Browse the officer's section to find out more about the Allentown Officer Team, visit the photo gallery, and check the alumni section and much more. Congratulations to Allentown FFA!Welcome to the Allentown FFA Chapter Website
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