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Education Programs
Adult Education Programs
Education remains a core value, even a century after the family farm organization's establishment. American Farmers & Ranchers sponsored adult education programs include leadership development, county and local officer training, women's programs and much more. These programs offer a variety of opportunities for adults of all ages and interests. While building the youth of Oklahoma - the future, AFR also strives to open doors of opportunity and assist current leaders in local communities, this state and nation.
Youth Programs
AFR offers many educational activities to teach youth citizenship, social responsibility and brotherhood. Youth participating in AFR programs learn through activities such as speech and poster contests, award trips, and national and statewide leadership camps. The state organization awards more than $25,000 in college scholarships in addition to numerous county level scholarships.
All Oklahoma youth, first grade through college, can participate in AFR activities.
Youth Programs
Leadership Summit
2012 AFR Leadership Summit
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The 2012 Teen Session for students entering grades 7th-9th will be held July 5-7. Registration fee is $85.
Non-members add $25 to cover membership fee.
The 2012 Senior Session for students entering grades 10th-12th will be held July 29-August 1, 2012. Registration fee is $100.
Non-members add $25 to cover membership fee.
Both sessions will be held at the Quartz Mountain Resort Arts & Conference Center located near Lone Wolf, OK.
The Summit will focus on leadership, teamwork and cooperative skills. The activities will be geared towards helping our youth develop into future agricultural leaders.
It's not camp...It's a whole lot more!!!
Policy Holders will have first priority in camp registration.
To be eligible for the 2012-2013 Youth Advisory Council you must be a current AFR policy holder.
Click here to print the 2012 AFR Leadership Summit Brochure
Youth Advisory Council
Each summer, five youth members are elected to serve on the Youth Advisory Council and represent American Farmers & Ranchers youth over the next year. The council assists with various AFR-sponsored events, including SeptemberFest at the Governor’s Mansion, speech contests, the State AFR Convention, the Youth Leadership Summit and Agventure Day Camps.
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 Front (L to R): Katie Lippoldt, Tyler Schnaithman, Annie Jo Gilbert Back (L to R): Barrett Powell, Dyson Runyan
Katie Lippoldt- Kingfisher, Oklahoma
Tyler Schnaithman- Garber, Oklahoma
Annie Jo Gilbert- Choctaw, Oklahoma
Barrett Powell- Ringwood, Oklahoma
Dyson Runyan- Madill, Oklahoma
Youth Agricultural Achievement Contest
This contest is designed to recognize Oklahoma youth who have an interest in livestock, excel in showmanship skills and have knowledge of the livestock industry to include production, management, processing and end product utilization. As well as to stimulate excellence and a quest for knowledge that will result in the development of leadership skills applicable to the livestock industry.
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AMERICAN FARMERS & RANCHERS
YOUTH AGRICULTURAL ACHIEVEMENT CONTEST
2012 Oklahoma Youth Expo
 2011 Ag Achievement Contest Winners
The Competition will be limited to 4-H & FFA members exhibiting breeding and/or market beef, sheep or swine at the 2012 Oklahoma Youth Expo and who are classified as high school juniors or seniors.
Click here to view more information about the contest!
2012 Ag Achievement Registration Form
Entries must be submitted to AFR Education Department by March 9, 2012
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:
| Friday, March 9, 2012 |
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Pre-Entry Forms Due to State AFR Office |
| Wednesday, March 14, 2012 |
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11:00 a.m. |
Swine Showmanship - Barn 6 Arena |
| Thursday, March 15, 2012 |
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10:00 a.m. |
Written Exam, All Exhibitors - Barn 3-Sale Pavilion |
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1:00 p.m. |
Cattle Showmanship - State Fair Arena |
| Friday, March 16, 2012 |
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8:00 a.m. |
Lamb Showmanship - State Fair Arena |
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8:00 p.m. |
Top 10 Contestant Interviews - Show Office |
| Sunday, March 18, 2012 |
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6:00 p.m. |
Awards Presentation - State Fair Arena |
Speech Contest
This popular event is held in the fall of each year and is available to members and non-members. Students in grades 4-12 compete in their respective category at District contests held around the state. First and second place winners in each of the categories advance to the State Speech Contest held in Stillwater on the campus of Oklahoma State University. While competing in the contest, the top three category winners in each of the four divisions receive plaques and special recognition. Each contestant receives a certificate of participation. First, second and third place state contest winners receive plaques and U.S. Savings Bonds.
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2011 American Farmers & Ranchers
Speech Contests
"I Believe in Oklahoma Agriculture"
Click here for Contest Rules and Contest Details
Click here to print your Pre-Registration Form for the District Speech Contest
**Pre-Registration Form must be received by the home office
NO LATER THAN 5 DAYS PRIOR to the date of your district contest**
2011 Speech Contest Dates
| District V - Southwest |
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Thursday, November 3 |
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Cache High School |
| District III - Central |
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Thursday, November 10 |
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Newcastle High School |
| District II - Southeast |
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Monday, November 14 |
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EOSC, Wilburton |
| District I - Northeast |
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Thursday, November 17 |
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Lonestar School, Sapulpa |
| District IV - Northwest |
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Monday, November 21 |
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Fairview High School |
All District Contest registrations will begin at 4:00 p.m. and the contest briefing will begin at 4:30 p.m. Judges and speakers will then disperse to assigned classrooms for competition. Immediately following competition, a meal will be served. Awards, special recognition and final comments will conclude the contest.
State Finals Saturday, December 10, OSU, Classroom Building, Room 313. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. and the contest will begin at 10:00 a.m.
OFU/AFR History Material
We would love you have YOU serve as a Speech Contest Judge!!!
Please click here for more information
State Scholarships
American Farmers & Ranchers sponsors college scholarships annually to young people who have been active participants in the Youth Program. College scholarships are given annually to assist participants financially with college and university expenses.
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Minimum requirements are as follows:
- Applicants or member of applicant's immediate family must be a policy holder of our organization.
- Applicants must have a 3.0 Grade Point Average on a 4.0 Grade Scale.
- Applicant must have attended two Senior Camps/Leadership Summits with thir last year being summer before senior year.
- Upon receiving a scholarship award, the applicant must attend the 2013 AFR State Convention Youth Program and an AFR District/Speech Contest or an AFR Legislative Day at the Capitol.
- Applications must be accompanied by an official transcript and a current wallet-size photograph of the applicant.
Scholarship recipients are selected by an appointed scholarship committee based upon the following criteria:
- Participation in the Youth Program
- Financial need
- Leadership activities
- Grade point average
Application Deadline: April 15, 2012
2012 Incoming Freshman Application - PDF
2012 Continuing Education Application - PDF
County Scholarships
The organization assists our county organizations by offering a County Match Scholarship Program. The State AFR Office will match each participating county up to $250, making the total County Match Scholarship a full $500.
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Additional requirements may be made by each county organization but general requirements for the 2012 County Match Scholarship are:
- Applicant or a member of applicant's immediate family must be a policy holder of our organization
- Must be a graduating senior in high school
- Have a minimum 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 grade scale at the time of graduation
- Not be receiving any other state AFR Scholarships
Contact your county officers or local agent for more information or to receive an application.
Exhibitor Signs
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