Monthly Archives: October 2013

National FFA Talent Show

The tradition of the showcasing the talents of FFA members continues with the FFA Talent Show. http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/FFA_TalentShow.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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FFA Talent – Elizabeth Conner

Grapeland FFA Chapter Grapeland, Texas http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/Talent_ElizabethConner.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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“Power of Chapter Culture” pushes students to strengthen chapter bonds

Member relationships and participation are a major part of what the FFA strives for. Isaac Valencia and Vince Pelleri understand this need and created “Power of Chapter Culture” to help members learn about participation. Our own Jamye Freeman interviewed the … Continue reading

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Anna FFA Chapter Wins the national model of inovation for chapter development

An animal science project and some innovation has resulted in the Anna FFA Chapter winning the 2013 national model of innovation for chapter development award. The Ohio chapter started a chicken feed trial which grew into a community service project. … Continue reading

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Richland 44 FFA Chapter wins national community service award

What started as a common sense effort to reach out has turned into a North Dakota FFA Chapter into a recipient of an award to recognize outstanding community service. The Richland 44 FFA Chapter from Colfax, N.D., started their community … Continue reading

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Retiring Address: Joenelle Futrell

“Let It Shine” http://www.ffaconvention.com/audio/Convention2013/RetiringAddress_JoenelleFutrell.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download

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“Electrify Your Connections” offers members new skills

Leadership Workshops are offered to FFA students so that they may better themselves and their communities. Past National FFA Officers, Ryan Best and Wyatt Dejong, host a workshop entitled “Electrify Your Connections”. This program aims to teach members better communication … Continue reading

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Students excited for new networking opportunities with FFA Link

The National FFA Alumni Association has recently released a new networking device entitled FFA Link. The device is offered to FFA and Alumni members so that they may make new connections in the job market. Dane Grossnickle, the Maryland FFA … Continue reading

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FFA members learning about hunger and how they can help

In the middle of this year’s Convention Expo, FFA members have the opportunity to learn more about hunger and their role in stopping its spread. “Running on Empty: A Journey Through Hunger” is an interactive maze that guides students through … Continue reading

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Army continues relationship with National FFA

Every year, one of the largest booths in the Career Expo belongs to the U.S. Army. There, students can engage in pushup contests, see guard dog demonstrations, and even speak with an Army representative about what it’s like to serve. … Continue reading

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