Stop Guessing.
Start Submitting.
The TradeCraft Lonestar Blueprint System gives students step-by-step guidance through every Degree Check requirement — including complete, copy-paste SAE plan language that meets every degree check requirement.
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2. Livestock Evaluation & Selection
3. Agricultural Business & Finance
It doesn't have to be.
AET doesn't explain what to write
Students know they need a description and learning objectives — but have no idea what counts or how much to write.
Kickbacks waste everyone's time
Applications get rejected for missing SAE skills, incomplete financials, or degree requirements buried in the checklist.
Teachers spend hours helping one student at a time
Walking every student through every step of the AET is unsustainable during show season and deadlines.
Requirements change — students don't keep up
The Lone Star requirements shift. Students using outdated info risk "Not Met" flags that could delay their degree.
The Blueprint solves
all of this.
Instead of leaving students to figure out vague AET fields on their own, the Blueprint walks them through every section — and then generates a custom PDF with ready-to-use language for their specific SAE type.
Students fill out a short form about their project. The system does the rest. Every description, every learning objective, every financial entry — written to pass degree check.
Get the BlueprintDone.
The Blueprint is designed to be completed in a single class period. Students follow the step-by-step guide, complete a short SAE intake form, and receive a custom PDF — with everything written and ready to copy into AET.
Students work through the Blueprint packet — setting up their AET profile, entering FFA offices, logging activities, and completing the Parliamentary Procedures exam — all with clear, numbered instructions.
Students complete a short TradeCraft form specific to their SAE type — market animal, breeding, foundational, placement, shop project, horticulture, or agriscience. They answer simple questions about their actual project.
A personalized PDF is generated with complete, copy-paste language for every required SAE field — description, time investment, learning objectives, and financial sections. Aligned to current Lone Star requirements.
Copy. Paste. Pass Degree Check.
Every SAE type gets a custom PDF with requirement-meeting language for each field AET actually checks. Students aren't left to interpret what "learning objectives" means — it's written for them, based on their specific project.
requirement. Guided.
AET Profile Setup
Complete profile, class schedule, and emergency info — step by step.
FFA Offices & Committees
Officer and committee entry paths for both roles.
6-Minute Ag Speech
Exact AET entry path with all required fields explained.
Parliamentary Procedures Exam
Navigate to the AET exam — must score 80%+ to qualify.
FFA Activities — 10 in 3 Areas
Entry paths for CDEs, LDEs, stock shows, banquets, conventions, and more above chapter level.
25 Hours Community Service
Two separate events, fully described, not benefiting FFA.
SAE Entry — Every Year
Guided entry for all 8 SAE types with custom copy-paste PDF for each.
Submission & Electronic Signatures
Parent, student, and school admin signature workflow — start to finish.
Degree Check Status
Every student covered.
unique Lonestar?
Not every student fits neatly into a standard SAE type. If your situation is more complex — multiple SAE types, transfer students, unusual placements, or you just want a second set of eyes before submitting — I'll personally review your application and work with you to make sure it passes degree check.
No — the Blueprint is specifically designed to help students complete their AET recordbook to meet Lone Star Degree requirements. For Star Awards or Proficiency applications, TradeCraft offers separate Lonestar Consultation Services.
The Blueprint covers the most common SAE types: Show Animal, Breeding Animal, Foundational, Paid Placement, Unpaid Placement, Agriscience Fair, Shop Project, and Horticulture. Students with more specialized SAE types may benefit from individual consultation.
Students fill out a short TradeCraft intake form with details about their specific SAE project. A customized PDF is generated with complete, copy-paste language for every required AET field — description, learning objectives, time investment, and financials — aligned to current degree check requirements.
Most students can work through the complete Blueprint in one to two class periods. The step-by-step format is designed to be clear enough that students can work largely independently.
Yes — the Blueprint system is updated to reflect current Lone Star degree check requirements as of 2025. The SAE plan language is designed to meet the specific fields AET checks during the degree application review process.
Ready to get your
students across the finish line?
Stop chasing down missing fields and fighting kickbacks. Get the Blueprint and let the system do the work.
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