California Agricultural Teachers' Association

Mark Your Calendar

Jan. 26-27 - Student Teacher Conclave, Modesto

Jan. 28 - Natural Resources State Finals, Reedley

Feb. 4 – Winter State Finals – Citrus, Tree & Vine Pruning – CSU, Fresno

Feb. 18 – Superior Region Meeting, Dorris

Feb. 25 – Central Region Meeting, Merced

Feb. 25 – San Joaquin Region Meeting, Bakersfield

Feb. 27 – South Coast Region, San Luis Obispo

Mar. 23-24 – North Coast Region Meeting, Santa Rosa

Mar. 31 – Southern Region Meeting, Pomona

April 18-21 - Western Region NAAE/AAAE Meeting, Bellingham, WA

April 21 - CSU, Fresno Field Day, Fresno

April 21-24 - State FFA Leadership Conference, Fresno

May 5 - State FFA Judging Finals, San Luis Obispo

June 17 - Pre-Conference Governing Board

June 17 - CATA Summer Conference

June 22 - Post Conference Governing Board

Membership Benefits

  • Representation in Sacramento
  • Communication disseminated through sectional, regional and state structure in conjunction with the State Agricultural Education Unit.
  • Inservice and preservice workshops and professional sessions.
  • Leadership Development Opportunities
  • Agriculture Teacher Network - Provides for communication, sharing of ideas, support, and as a resource system.
  • Direct link with the Agricultural Education Unit in the State Department of Education and the Community.
  • College Chancellor’s Office
  • Professional Recognition and Awards
  • Member magazine and newsletter. "Golden Slate" is published three times a year with regional, state, and national Ag Ed news. Legislative updates, university messages, and a calendar of events is included.
  • CATA Directory - listing of agriculture educators in California.