You will receive one-on-one coaching, participate in group activities, and compete in the academy speech contest. Registration information can be found online at www. While living in Fayetteville, Arkansas, in , Sara recorded her first solo album of all original material, The Crazy One, with producer, Jason North.
In May , after three years of driving between Fayetteville and Kansas City for music gigs and work, Sara moved back to Kansas and settled down beside an acre farm southwest of Kansas City.
In November of that year, her dream of spending time with her idol, the Queen of Country Music, Loretta Lynn, came true. Sara played the preshow before Ms. Stage Practice Hearnes Center Auditorium a. Creed Finals Hearnes Center a. Delegate Orientation and Business Session Check in begins at a.
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Bryon Wiegand and Mr. Members must stop by these booths to receive an entry ticket and must be present at the Career Show at p. Missouri Dept. Fundraising Inc. When we practice an attitude of gratitude, we are more inclined to look outside of ourselves and serve others. Determining your future career plans can be an overwhelming task. Come explore your future career and take the first step to infinity and beyond! Like minions, in FFA you have to work together to achieve success.
See how you can Inspire Today and Influence Tomorrow. Explore opportunities to continue your agricultural experience through the Post-Secondary Agricultural Organization. Each day we wake up with more expectations than the day before. Learn tips to help you cross out tomorrow and mark off today. Learn what it means to do your part and give back to the FFA. Learn to be a mentor, lead with the heart and inspire others.
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Additional State Convention Awards Once again a successful year! These were awards given to the top schools in the state of Missouri.
There are schools with agriculture programs in the state. Congratulations to all of the FFA members who participated on any contest team this year. Your hard work is a credit to each of you as individuals. Proficiency Award Winners April 24, The following students received first place in the Area 2 proficiency award selection. These students competed at the state level against fifteen other area contestants. Before receiving this degree they had to meet a number of qualifications and fill out an application that followed their SAE and leadership skills.
This degree is awarded to the top three percent of the total State FFA membership each year who have met the following qualifications:. Congratulations to these individuals on their accomplishments.
Spring Plant Sale Posted April 21, Students from Mr. Wolf's Greenhouse class at the Litton Agriculture Education Center were preparing for the spring plant sale. The students were learning about basic plant science as well as plant reproduction. Different types of plant reproduction the students are learning about are: planting from seeds, using plugs, and utilizing cuttings.
During the semester students will have learned more about how a greenhouse works and how good nutrition and access to water affects plants at the Litton Agriculture Campus. The students are busy gearing up for a plant sale which will be held at the school greenhouse on April 29, 30, and May 1, from to pm. The Litton Center was created for Livingston County youth who do not have the facilities to house livestock to do so at the Litton Center. Currently the Litton Center is at max capacity livestock at the facility are cattle, goats, sheep, and swine.
The youth that house the livestock at the Litton Center are responsible for all of their daily care and they also work three hours a week at the Litton Center as a form of rent to use the facility. The youth will then spend the summer exhibiting the livestock at local, area, district, state and national livestock shows. All the youth are extremely grateful to the Jerry Litton Family Memorial Foundation for the facility and their continued support.
Without the foundation, most of these youth would not be able to have this experience. This awards recognition night is held each year to recognize members of the 27 area schools that make up the Area II FFA Association for their outstanding achievements during the year.
The items for which students were recognized, at the area level, were as follows: fall speaking contests, FFA speaking contests, books, contests, talent, Area FFA Degree, proficiency awards, and officers. The meeting was held to vote on Honorary FFA membership which will be given out at the local banquet on May 2.
The students also discussed class representatives who will also present at the local banquet. At the conclusion of the meeting, students got to enjoy donuts, milk, and juice and take pictures for the local banquet program. They also presented the program for the seniors that were enjoying lunch at the Senior Center.
The purpose of the Agricultural Issues Forum is to provide students an opportunity to explore local agriculture issues and create an unbiased presentation to a public audience. The ability to understand and communicate clearly with the public about agriculture is important to the career success of students and to the agriculture industry.
Even to this day, the debate continues as to whether horses are considered livestock or companion animals. This debate in recent years has taken center stage in not only the agriculture community, but among horse-lovers everywhere. The debate has made its way to Washington; and for the last eight years, Congress has debated a Horse Slaughter Prevention Act. However, more recently, in our surrounding community, this debate has added repercussions.
Dave Rains, of Rain's Natural Meats of Gallatin, Missouri, built a slaughtering facility on the corner of his farm to process naturally-raised beef and pork. When big companies saturated that marketplace, he applied for a permit to butcher horses. He expected to be in business this time last year. However, a lawsuit, backed by the Humane Society, now stands between Mr. Rains and a state permit. The team received first place at the area level and first place at the district level.
The team will compete at the state level in Columbia, Missouri on April 24, There were 25 sellers and buyers present from all over the state of Missouri. This pig sale is held to assist local youth with finding quality show pigs for the upcoming show season. Youth will exhibit these pigs during the summer at local, area, district, state, and national shows. District Contest Results March April 2, The teams that qualified will be participating at state contest on April 24th and 25th, in Columbia, MO.
A total of 68 students competed from the Chillicothe FFA. The career development events were held at Northwest Missouri State University. The local chapter is part of the Agricultural Education Program at the Grand River Technical School and is composed of students from Chillicothe and Southwest high schools. There were 82 students from the Litton Agriculture Campus attending the event as well as approximately students from all over Missouri.
Students completed skills assessments on the agriculture subjects of farm management, horse evaluation, poultry, meats, forestry, agronomy, entomology, soils, dairy cattle evaluation, and dairy products. These events are held to demonstrate knowledge and skill, improve the transition from secondary to post-secondary forms of education, and convey proof of skill mastery to potential employers. At this time, all students completing a program of study are required to take a Technical Skill Assessment.
The MOASK IRC meets these requirements, as it is industry related and is stackable as part of a sequence of credentials that can be accumulated over time to build up an individual's qualifications and help them move along their career pathway. Students will be able to receive stackable Industry Recognized Credentials by taking multiple assessments in one pathway or by taking assessments in multiple pathways.
Those teams and individuals receiving 3rd place or higher will proceed to District competition March 25, in Cameron, MO. The two representatives are Lauren Haley, area officer candidate, and Brandon Bothwell, state officer candidate.
This officer team is in charge of running the statewide events for 25, FFA members in the state of Missouri. The class is comprised of junior and seniors with an interest in the plant science industry. Jacobs spoke at the conclusion of the Weeds Unit highlighting areas of his career that related to the topics discussed in class. The students had the opportunity to discuss with Mr. Jacobs the ways in which his career relates to weed control and communication with producers.
Throughout this unit, the students learned how various weed species are classified, weed effects on crop production, control methods, and identification of common weeds in the area. Along with discussion of the plant science industry, Mr.
Jacobs expressed the importance of FFA and the impact it can have on a future endeavors. On March 11, , the 8th grade students from the Chillicothe Middle School were given the opportunity to visit the Litton Agriculture Campus.
The purpose of the visit was to see what the Chillicothe Ag Department and Chillicothe FFA Chapter had to offer them next year as incoming freshmen in high school. Senior members of the Chillicothe FFA gave an overview of what activities they could participate in, courses offered, and a tour of the campus.
The 8th graders are beginning the class selection process for their freshmen year of high school. A letter will be mailed home at the beginning of the week to all parents with what was discussed at the recruitment day. The event was the Department's 26th year hosting the event to provide youth and adults better livestock evaluation tools. The workshop, which is open to youth in grades nine or lower, provides youth involved in 4-H and FFA programs an educational opportunity to learn the process and technique of grading livestock.
The contest, which is open to all ages, allows the opportunity to apply national grading standards and to receive feedback on an individual level in traditional cattle, hog, sheep and goat judging. Chillicothe students participating in the workshop were among the individuals there that day.
Chillicothe students participating in the grading and judging portion were among individuals there that day. Chillicothe students participating in the team portion were among 77 teams there that day. The team consisting of Lauren Haley, Bailey Henry, Carlee Johnson, and Walker Thomas placed 4th in the overall event and 4th in the traditional judging event.
The Missouri Youth Livestock Grading and Judging Contest is a competitive event for students in the 8th grade or above, or after two years of participation in the Missouri Youth Grading and Judging Workshop. The Contest includes both team and individual competition, with team scores based on 4 members and groups of fewer than 4 scored as individuals only.
Kiwanis Guests March 3, The students were using the audience as practice for their upcoming area competition. The students presented a speech or the FFA Creed. We would like to thank the Kiwanis for the opportunity to showcase some of the Chillicothe FFA's speaking talent. Partner of the Year - Quail Forever February 22, Quail Forever is an organization dedicated to the conservation of quail, pheasants, and other wildlife through habitat improvements, public awareness, education and land management policies and programs.
The Partner of the Year program recognizes groups or organizations from across the area for their wildlife habitat conservation efforts.
This year, the Shortgrass Quail Forever chapter chose the Litton Agriculture Campus as their Partner of the Year for their assistance with the pollinator program. In the fall of , the Litton Agriculture Campus set aside one acre of land on the campus to establish a pollinator plot.
The Shortgrass chapter prepared the land, got donations for the seed, and then students at the Litton Agriculture Campus planted the seed. The planting process was filmed and hopefully in May of will be on the website. The plot should be up this spring. Pictured, Left - Andrew S. High school students from Chillicothe and Southwest schools competed in relay races which include wheelbarrow races, throwing hay bales and tractor tire races.
Each classroom was awarded a first place winner. The first place winner received a small prize, and every participant received a lollipop and pencil. This activity was to help educate youth about agriculture.
Congratulations to all the winners. All contestant pages will be displayed at our local banquet on May 2, The Community Blood Center staff registered 53 volunteers and collected 38 units of blood. There were 26 first-time donors. The Missouri Pork Association FFA Public Speaking Contest is designed to develop agricultural leadership, provide for participation in agricultural public speaking activities, and stimulate interest in leadership and citizenship.
Students proceed through their area and district before reaching the state final where the top student in each of Missouri's six FFA districts competes for the top prize. Contestants may choose any current subject for their speeches which relates to the theme of "The Right to Farm - Why it is Important to Missouri Agriculture. Rachel received first place at the district level and moved on to the state competition. This party represents a reward for members as well as a time for fellowship.
There were approximately 85 members present and everyone seemed to enjoy the afternoon. The Missouri Association of Fairs and Festivals MAFF Public Speaking Contest is designed to develop agricultural leadership, provide for member participation in agricultural public speaking activities, and stimulate interest in leadership and citizenship.
Contestants may choose any current subject for their speeches, which is of an agricultural character relating to county fairs and which is of general interest to the public.
Lauren placed first at this state competition with her speech entitled "Behind the Blue Ribbon". A small excerpt from her speech is: I have gained many experiences, friendships, and memories from the fair.
The fair has been and continues to be one of the main things I look forward to each year. It has shaped me into the person I am today. The fair has taught me responsibility, hard work, and perseverance.
Some people go to a fair with their eyes set on winning the coveted blue ribbon, but to me it is what is behind that blue ribbon that really matters: friendships, opportunities, and the support of the community. Congratulations to Lauren. Salvation Army Food Drive December 11, This past holiday season, the Chillicothe FFA members made sure they did a little something to give back to those in our community who need a little assistance.
The chapter held their annual food drive this past December. Students collected canned food items for the drive and compiled them at the December FFA meeting, which was held December 11, The canned food items were then delivered to the local Salvation Army.
The chapter collected nine boxes of food to donate to the Salvation Army. The chapter members adopted six families from the Salvation Army. The members bought clothing items, toys, household items, and gifts cards to purchase food. Giving to others is an important lesson for all people to learn, we hope our members see the value in giving to others.
The chapter members also went to a local business and rang the Salvation Army bell all day. The students hopefully learned a little about giving to others and that the money raised will go to deserving individuals. Christmas Party December 11, This party represents a reward for members on an excellent Barnwarming this year as well as a time for fellowship.
The members enjoyed dinner and then moved into the field house for some games. Members could have played basketball, dodge ball, volleyball, or participated in other activities. The students also held a canned food drive and collected 15 boxes of canned food items. There were approximately members present and everyone seemed to enjoy the evening. Livestock Building Improvements December 16, The new improvement is a concrete pad approximately 22' by 31' long, along with some new gates and fencing.
At this time, the new gates and fencing are not yet constructed. In the future, the classes will be constructing the pens inside and out. The skills that the students are learning include concrete construction, welding, project planning, and work ethic. The skills learned will hopefully help them in some area around their own homes. The Litton Agri-Science Learning Center was created for the Livingston County youth with an interest in livestock that did not have the facilities of their own.
Black and his classes, would like to thank Dewayne McCauslin for assisting with the planning and construction and the Liz Boon Memorial for funding this project. The Boon family is very generous in their support of the Litton Agriculture Campus as well as the youth of Livingston County.
All who utilize the Litton Center should thank the students, advisors, and local individuals who have put time into making improvements to the Litton Center. Without this type of support, the Litton Center would not be as successful as it is today.
State Officer Visit November 25, Samantha talked about what students could learn by being involved in the FFA organization and conducted leadership games with the students. The tour was led by Tony Burtch and Gary Saville. The class was also informed about training programs for a machinist, shortage of machinist in the job market, and job opportunities as a machinist in Chillicothe as well as the rest of the country.
The students received an explanation of metallurgy and the products produced at Roberts Tool and Die. We would like to thank Roberts Tool and Die for the opportunity to show students local job opportunities in their field of interest. Missouri Soil and Water Conservation Speech Contest - The Missouri Soil and Water Conservation Public Speaking Contest is designed to develop agricultural leadership, provide for member participation in agricultural public speaking activities, and stimulate interest in leadership and citizenship.
Contestants may choose any current subject for their speeches, which is of an agricultural character relating to the general interest to the public. The contest consisted of students preparing a minute speech on the topic of Dig Deeper - Mysteries in the Soil.
Rebecca received first place at the district level see below and was one of six to move on to the state competition. Rebecca received first place in the Soil and Water competition and will compete at the state level on December 17, at the Lake of the Ozarks, MO. Rachel received first place in the Pork Producers competition and will compete at the state level on February 11, in Columbia, MO.
Bailey received second place in the Pet Breeders competition and is an alternate to the state level. The students attended many activities while in Indianapolis.
The students attended leadership sessions, the career show, college fair, and convention sessions while at the convention hall. Students also attended a session were the speaker was Rick Pitino, a concert featuring Dierks Bently and Jana Kramer, and got an opportunity to have a little fun at the hypnotist show.
Lauren's abstract to her Agriscience project is as follows: The purpose of this experiment was to study the effect of weaning age on feed consumption and rate of gain in goat kids. Weaning can be a management practice that will affect the profit of the producer. Weaning allows the producer to control the feed intake of his animal and evaluate the growth of the animal as well.
People use varying guidelines as they make decisions about weaning. Some use the standard 90 day age while others wean earlier or use weight to determine when to wean. The control in this experiment was 90 day weaning, traditionally the time when kids are weaned. This experiment was done on thirty nine goat kids in the same environment, vaccination history, and feeding program prior to the experiment.
The independent variable in this experiment was weaning age. The dependent variables in this experiment were feed consumption and rate of gain in goat kids.
The amount of feed consumed by each group was measured each day and then added together to determine the total amount of feed consumption over a seven week period from the age of 55 days to 90 days.
Each kid was weighed when they turned 60 and 90 days old to determine their rate of gain. The results in this experiment showed that weaning age does have an impact on feed consumption and rate of gain in goat kids. The 60 day weaning group had the highest feed consumption while the control 90 day weaning group had the lowest. The control 90 day weaning group had the highest rate of gain while the 75 day weaning group had the lowest. The results show that the hypothesis was supported by comparing the 60 day and control 90 day weaning groups and the 75 day and control 90 day weaning groups.
The hypothesis was not supported when comparing the 60 and 75 day weaning groups. The null hypothesis stating total feed consumption and rate of gain will not be significantly different between weaning groups must be accepted when comparing groups 60 day and 75 day weaning, but can be rejected when comparing groups 60 day and control 90 day weaning and 75 day and control 90 day weaning.
Recommendations for further study would be to study earlier and later weaning ages. The effect of gender as it relates to weaning could also be studied. The agriscience fair program is sponsored by Cargill and Syngenta as a special project of the National FFA Foundation, which includes cash awards. Almost any event becomes more intriguing when viewed from behind the scenes.
The 86th National FFA Convention, which includes everything from arena stage events to the Day of Service and workshops for nearly 55, attendees, is no exception. It takes many volunteers to help make a convention of this magnitude a positive experience for all of its guests. The students viewed the convention from the other side - backstage - playing a crucial role in the events logistics.
Steve Brown. They are key to our ability to create a premier leadership and educational event for nearly 55, guests. The American FFA Degree is bestowed up on a select group of students in recognition of their years of academic and professional excellence.
It is the highest degree awarded by the National FFA Organization and recognizes Gabe, Justin, Dani, Daniel, Michaela, Maresa, Haley, Guy and Jennifer demonstrated leadership abilities and outstanding achievements in agricultural business, production, processing and service programs.
Have been FFA members for at least three years. Have completed at least three years hours of high school agriculture classes, or 2 years of high school agriculture classes and one year of college agriculture classes hours. Have graduated from high school one year prior to the National FFA Convention at which their degree will be awarded.
Have maintained detailed SAE records, which demonstrate outstanding planning, managerial and financial skills. Have a record of outstanding leadership skills.
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