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364 stories by student reporters
Rooted in Horticulture
Lauren Argotte · January 15, 2025
Kaitlyn Maruszewski, a senior at Tri-Central High School in Indiana, has combined her leadership roles in FFA with her love for horticulture.
Morristown FFA Serves Those Who Have Served
Morgan Keith · January 8, 2025
“We didn’t want any of our guests to touch a single door handle,” says Anna Osborne as she helps to tell the story of her chapter’s Veterans Day breakfast.
Tying the Knot With the Community
Ryan Butterfield · January 8, 2025
The Princeville FFA is giving back to their community in a unique way while comforting children in need.
Drives for a Cause
Melinda Wesley · December 30, 2024
Utica FFA wanted to be more involved and leave a positive impact, so it held three events to give back to its Ohio community.
Reading, Leading and Presiding
Parker Burris · December 17, 2024
Through her roles as an Ohio FFA state officer and Fort Frye FFA president, Julia Silvus is leaving a multifaceted impact on her community.
Ohio FFA Trains the New Generation of Advocates
Parker Burris · December 17, 2024
This state association hosts the Ohio Legislative Leadership Conference located at the Ohio Legislative House in Columbus, Ohio.
Montague FFA Gives to Feed Goats
Ryder Cornett · December 17, 2024
This Michigan chapter finds a new purpose for donated Christmas trees it collects from members of the community.
Living to Serve in West Virginia
Jaiden Fordyce · December 12, 2024
Upshur County FFA embodies the FFA motto by collecting donations for the Central West Virginia Aging Services.
Planting Seeds of Change
Lauren Argotte · December 12, 2024
Indiana FFA senior Cord Akey is making a difference in his community by installing raised garden beds at local elementary schools.
Bales of Hope
Savannah Cycholl · November 27, 2024
The Pontiac FFA Chapter provided bales of hay to farmers in Johnson City, Tenn., to feed their livestock after Hurricane Helene.
FFA Day: Where FFA, Agriculture and the Community Unite
A. Houser · November 27, 2024
The Dover FFA Chapter in Pennsylvania shares its appreciation for the community by hosting a free public event.
Serving Those Who Have Served Us
Sydney Beiting · November 27, 2024
This Ohio chapter honored our nation’s heroes for their service and sacrifices with a special assembly on Veterans Day.
A Day of Honor: Veterans Day in Menifee County
Colton Rudd · November 27, 2024
This Kentucky chapter honored those who served our country with a homemade lunch prepared by FFA members and a program.
“Living to Serve” Outside the Classroom
Cyrus Bivens · November 27, 2024
Madisonville North Hopkins FFA in Kentucky transformed a shipping container into a medical clinic that was donated to a community in Liberia.
The Spirit of Giving
Grace Conley · November 27, 2024
The Bourbon County FFA Chapter demonstrates living to serve by participating in the school district’s Christmas Angel program.
Putting the “Unity” in Community
Kelsey Thompson · November 27, 2024
Southmont FFA works alongside Crossway Covenant Church in New Market, Ind., to prepare Thanksgiving meals for its community.
Living to Serve Through Community Commitment
Owen Rigg · November 27, 2024
Knoxville FFA Chapter enhances the community through service projects, fostering responsibility and giving back.
Living to Serve Outside the Blue Jacket
Haven Cash · November 27, 2024
North Clay FFA member receives countywide admiration for her holiday mission.
Christmas and Community: Step Into Milford’s Santa’s Workshop
Lucy Chorman · November 27, 2024
Milford FFA members host four stations at Santa’s Workshop, a school-wide initiative for preschool and kindergarten-aged students to journey through a winter wonderland.
Eastern FFA Region’s Finest: The Big E Competition
Miru Kunst · November 27, 2024
Eastern region FFA members participate in regional competitions in Massachusetts to prepare for national competitions.
A New Beginning: Emily Gossett’s Last Chapter Visit
Miru Kunst · November 27, 2024
Learn how National FFA Western Region Vice President Emily Gossett spent her final month as a national officer alongside members from the Eastern FFA Region.
Beyond the Barriers
Lauren Argotte · November 27, 2024
Kenady Lawson, a sophomore in the South Putnam FFA Chapter in Indiana, has turned personal challenges, including hearing loss and neurodivergence, into motivation for growth within the agriculture industry.
Thanksgiving Plans at the Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences
Kaden Ambers · November 25, 2024
These Illinois FFA members are “Living to Serve” by hosting an annual Thanksgiving dinner for their neighborhood.
New Jersey FFA Members Help Communities After Hurricane Helene
Nina Weiland · November 22, 2024
This October, two chapters organized a collection drive and filled two trailers with supplies that were donated to those in need.