Norco High School Agriculture Department

2065 Temescal Ave.

Norco, CA 92860
A National FFA 3 Star Chapter
Dear Parents and Students,
Congratulations, you have an exciting opportunity to enroll in the Norco High School Agriculture
Department, a nationally recognized program!
The Norco High School Agriculture Department prides itself on its ability to meet the needs of
Career and College ready students. Our program offers three career and college pathways which
provide opportunities for attainment of skills as well as enhancement of academic content
through application of theory. With completion of the Agriculture Science, Ornamental
Horticulture, or Agriculture Mechanics Pathway, students will be immersed in learning. Students
should consider choosing an agriculture class as an opportunity to learn about new concepts,
become a well-rounded individual, and to develop leadership skills through the FFA Organization.
There is never a dull moment in agriculture class! Everyone will enjoy the wide variety of topics,
activities, contests, and conferences! Depending on student interest, the following activities are
likely options: Test water samples from the school pond. Identify common plants. Learn how to
give injections to animals. Present a speech. Discuss the impact of agriculture in California.
Apply for scholarships and awards. Practice job interview skills. Learn to arc weld. Travel across
California and meet other FFA members. Wear awesome FFA t-shirts. Make flower
arrangements. Grow vegetables. Host field trips for local elementary students. Attend fun
events. Be in the local newspapers.
Our courses offer diverse opportunities regardless of background or future plans. There is a wide
variety of topics to learn about, events to compete in, and skills to learn! Ag class curriculum
directly integrates science, math, and readings skills which will reinforce core academic
concepts! The hands-on and real-world application of abstract concepts may be just the trick
needed for a student to excel. Challenging content offers exciting opportunities for students to
be competitive beyond FFA events. The reinforcement of concepts that are gained through
agriculture classes has proven to help students succeed in college and careers.
The link between student participation in FFA and their successfulness in college has been
documented with a study conducted by Purdue University. Some highlights of their findings show
that FFA members are more enthusiastic about and attach greater value to their school studies
than the average student; FFA members are more actively engaged in school and community
activities; and, FFA members are slightly more likely to attend two-year and four-year colleges as
compared to their peers.
We have a variety of courses that meet the University of California and California State University
requirements, as well as four courses that are currently articulated with Mt. San Antonio
Community College. Completion of these articulated courses will allow you to earn college credit
while enrolled in high school!
Whether your plans are to graduate high school and enter the work force, military, trade school,
or college - the Norco High School Agriculture Department is offering students a chance to
prepare themselves for all future possibilities!
Okay, maybe Agriculture and FFA sound pretty interesting! Where can I get more information?
We will be hosting an Open House on Wednesday January 14, 2015 at 6 p.m. which will give
you the opportunity to participate in an FFA meeting as well as a chance to tour our classrooms
and facilities and ask questions. In the meantime, please feel free to check out the California FFA
website at www.calaged.org or the National FFA Website at www.ffa.org. Both sites provide a lot

Norco High School Agriculture Department

2065 Temescal Ave.
Norco, CA 92860
A National FFA 3 Star Chapter
of quality information regarding Agricultural Education. You can also look for Norco FFA on
Facebook or Instagram to get an idea of our events and activities.
We are hopeful that you will be a part of our program.
Mrs. Grundmeyer, Mr. Richartz, and Miss Lindsey