Which statement best defines an active FFA member?

• A. Students in grades 7-12 who are actively enrolled in at least one agricultural course, pay chapter dues, are interested in FFA and agricultural activities, and remain in good conduct standing with chapter, local, state, and national FFA
• B. Students in grades 9-12 who are enrolled in any course and pay dues
• C. Students regardless of course enrollment who have completed FFA training
• D. College students enrolled in agriculture programs

Answer: (A)

Active FFA membership means a high school student who is actively engaged in the organization through a chapter. This requires being in grades 7–12, enrolled in at least one agricultural education course, paying chapter dues, showing interest in FFA and agricultural activities, and maintaining good conduct with the chapter as well as local, state, and national FFA. This combination ensures the member is participating and committed, not just enrolled or trained without active involvement. The other options fail because they omit essential elements—enrollment in an agricultural course, ongoing participation, and good standing—or they target groups outside high school FFA (such as college students or those without agricultural coursework).