In addition to constitutional officers defined by the National FFA Bylaws, chapters may choose to elect additional officers to meet their local needs. The following are sample opening ceremony parts for common non-constitutional offices.
Chaplain
Option #1
It is my duty to insure that our membership be mindful of a need for spiritual development. It is my responsibility to provide for a spiritual presence in the development of our membership and foster positive, moral participation in the activities of the chapter and the lives of our members.
Parliamentarian
Option #1
It is my obligation to know and share information about parliamentary law and assist members in proper meeting procedure and etiquette so that we can accomplish the business of the chapter. I assure that every member will be heard and that the majority will prevail.
Option #2
I serve as an advisor and consultant to the President and members on procedural matters. I keep in my possession a copy of Robert’s Rules of Order, our Constitution and By-Laws and the Official FFA Manual. It is my duty to see that parliamentary procedure is carried on efficiently.
Option #3
The parliamentarian advises members of correct parliamentary law, helps maintain correct procedure at FFA meetings, and makes sure all meetings are fair and impartial.
Option #4
Parliamentarian: Here by the owl.
Vice President: Why by the owl?
Parliamentarian: The owl is a symbol of knowledge and wisdom. In the absence of our advisor it becomes my duty to advise on correct and proper parliamentary terms and procedures in order that items of business may be handled in an efficient and expedient manner. Mr. Vice President, why do you keep a plow at your station?
Historian
Option #1
I keep a record of the past and present activities of the chapter and its members.
Option #2
Tradition and history are a source of pride for our organization. It is my duty to maintain a record of chapter achievements and promote excellence through highlighting activities, events and accomplishments so that our chapter membership is motivated by our past successes and looks to future achievements.
Option #3
I keep a record of the past and present activities of the chapter and its members. I organize the chapter scrapbook and serve as a reference on chapter history. A good record of chapter accomplishments can be a credit to the chapter.