Amelia Hayden of the Big Foot FFA Chapter in Sharon, Wis., began her work in this area after signing up to help with a fourth-grade agricultural literacy event. She enjoyed the experience so much that she continued to offer her services to her community. She became involved with the county extension program, working on a team of two youth to create a program on natural resources for middle school students. Her favorite aspect of this work, however, has been helping FFA members develop their own skills, whether it be teaching them how to develop an agriscience research project to helping with homework or proficiency applications. Hayden is supported by her FFA advisors, Lisa Konkel and Jeanne Case. This award is sponsored by The James F. Lincoln Arc Welding Foundation and Tulsa Welding School.
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