Leadership Development Events should be a priority to enhance your agricultural science curriculum. 

If you haven't already started, it's not too late.  Be sure to check out the rules first at: 

http://ffa.mytexasffa.net/Competitions/LDE.aspx

If you need a way to introduce LDE's click on the lesson to the right.  There is a teacher and student version. 

Remember: 

• Each district has their own contest -- look at the calendar on the home page to be sure to get entered on time.  Talk with your district president ahead of time.  You also have a judging assignment. 
• Area I LDE Contest @ WTAMU -- Saturday, November 21, 2009.  Registrations will begin at 8 am.  Both Chapter Conducting Contests will start at 8 am.  All other contests, including the quiz will begin at 9 am.  Quiz teams must enter at the same time, but do not have to arrive until 11 am.  Consult the area directory for more information.
• We will need judges for both area and state.  There is monetary compensation for these events and it is the best way for you to learn to be a good judge. 
• After your district contest, results will be compiled and posted here. 
• The order of area is posted.  Be sure to see where you will be competing.  If you have a conflict, call the school from your district first and then let me know if you switch with them.  I will not make any switches unless YOU contact the school and make arrangements with them.   
• If you have conflicts with students on multiple teams, be sure to let me know so I can have it listed for the judges.
• Enter online at www.judgingcard.com.  You must have completed your roster first.  You will be able to print a receipt for your records after registration. 
• Registration ends November 18th. 
• Bring your check with you to the contest or mail it to Josh Stewart at Ralls. 
• Substitutions may be done online.