Career Development Events
What is a CDE?
Whether you are shy or outgoing, artistic or analytical, outdoorsy or prefer to stay indoors, there is sure to be at least one Career Development Event that fits your style and helps you learn skills to be successful in your future career. Career Development Events (CDEs) are opportunities to develop skills today that you can use in your future career no matter what career you choose. With the help of chapter advisors, experienced chapter members, and Alumni volunteers, CDEs give you an opportunity to truly let your talents shine and develop skills you didn’t even know you had.
There are 16 CDEs in West Tennessee. Some are team events, while others are designed for just one individual. No matter what CDE it is, you will have to work hard and practice to excel because you will be competing against others who, like you, are motivated to reach their highest potential.
Riverside FFA Chapter participates in State Agricultural Mechanics Event
The Riverside FFA Chapter participated in the State Agricultural Mechanics Career Development Event on June 3, 2011, at Riverside High School. The Agricultural Mechanics CDE tests FFA members’ knowledge of environmental, energy, machinery, marketing, and structural aspects of the agricultural industry. The team placed fourth in the state. Team members were Seth Boroughs, Brandon Hicks, Andrew Lamance, and Jacob Shea.
Riverside FFA Chapter participates in State Forestry Event
The Riverside FFA Chapter participated in the State Forestry Career Development Event on June 3 and 4, 2011, at Tennessee Leadership Training Camp (Camp Clements). The Forestry CDE tests FFA members’ knowledge of tree identification, compass practicum, equipment identification, timber measurement, map interpretation, forest disorder identification, chainsaw safety, and on a general forestry knowledge exam. The team placed fourth in the state.
State Forestry Team
Riverside FFA Chapter participates in Regional Forestry Event
The Riverside FFA Chapter participated in the West Tennessee Forestry Career Development Event on April 21, 2011, at Big Cypress Tree State Park. The Forestry CDE tests FFA members’ knowledge on tree identification, compass practicum, equipment identification, timber measurement, and map interpretation. The team placed second in the region. Andrew Lamance was recognized as second high individual in the event. The team was coached by Michael Vestal, FFA Advisor. The team will compete at the state event in June.
Regional Forestry Team
Riverside FFA Chapter Participates in Horticulture Events
The Riverside FFA Chapter participated in the West Tennessee FFA Floriculture and Nursery / Landscape Career Development Events on April 7, 2011, at Jackson State Community College. These events evaluate members’ knowledge in the horticulture industry. The Floriculture team placed 6th in the region. The Nursery / Landscaping team placed 4th in the region and advanced to the state. This was the first time the Riverside FFA Chapter advanced to the State Nursery / Landscaping CDE. The team participated in the State CDE on April 9, 2011 at Tennessee Technology University. The team placed 4th in the State. Jacob Shea was recognized as the 4th Highest Individual.
Nursery Team
Floriculture Team
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