MVCTC FFA Chapters Attend National FFA Convention in Indianapolis

10/31/2024

Indianapolis, IN – The Miami Valley Career Technology Center (MVCTC) main campus FFA chapter and 15 Agricultural Education FFA satellite programs attended the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo, celebrating student accomplishments and engaging in educational experiences. Students participated in keynote sessions, visited local agricultural sites, and several received FFA's highest accolades.

MVCTC American Degree Recipients

The American FFA Degree, the organization's highest level of student achievement, was awarded to the following MVCTC FFA members for their dedication to agricultural education:

Isaac Beal - Miami East MVCTC FFA
Jake Beneke - MVCTC Main Campus FFA
Sydney Brittain - Miami East MVCTC FFA
Luke Brunke - Miami East MVCTC FFA
Bailey Denlinger - MVCTC Main Campus FFA
Ethan Fine - Miami East MVCTC FFA
Natalie Gratz - MVCTC Main Campus FFA
Tyler Huber - Arcanum-Butler MVCTC FFA
Elli Hurst - Twin Valley South MVCTC FFA
Makinley Jarrett - MVCTC Main Campus FFA
Keira Kirby - Miami East MVCTC FFA
Ellie Lawson - National Trail MVCTC FFA
Ryan McRill - Twin Valley South MVCTC FFA
Jillian Niswonger - Miami East MVCTC FFA
Matthew Osting - Miami East MVCTC FFA
Lilly Severance - Mississinawa Valley MVCTC FFA
Nick Sharritts - Arcanum-Butler MVCTC FFA
Kennedy Stachler - Mississinawa Valley MVCTC FFA
Carson Tegtmeyer - Arcanum-Butler MVCTC FFA
Dustin Winner - Miami East MVCTC FFA
Braden Zekas - Miami East MVCTC FFA

Chapter Highlights

Arcanum-Butler MVCTC FFA

Under the guidance of advisor Brian Pohlman, the chapter proudly celebrated Landon Haney, who was named an American Star in Agribusiness for his outstanding accomplishments with his business, Haney's Mowing and Landscaping, LLC. This prestigious award honors FFA members who excel in supervised agricultural experience (SAE) projects.

Miami East MVCTC FFA

Advisor Marie Carity highlighted the chapter's success in earning the Three-Star National Chapter Award, FFA's highest chapter rating. Miami East's chapter was proud to have multiple American Degree recipients and two National Proficiency Finalists, Braden Zekas in Agricultural Processing and Fletcher Harris in Turf Grass Management. Bill Mote was awarded the Honorary American FFA Degree for his significant contributions to FFA at various levels.

Miamisburg MVCTC FFA

Advisor Tia Louiso shared that keynote addresses from Dr. Temple Grandin and National FFA Secretary Grant Norfleet inspired her students. The group also visited MVP Dairy in Celina and Tuttle Orchards in Greenfield, Indiana, enriching their agricultural knowledge.

Milton-Union MVCTC FFA

Advisor Suzanne Kimball and Milton-Union FFA students were inspired by keynote speakers and enjoyed visiting the Indianapolis Zoo and Trader's Point Creamery.

Mississinawa Valley MVTC FFA

Under the direction of advisor Carmen Hartzell, Mississinawa Valley FFA was awarded the Three-Star National Chapter distinction. Daniel Hartzell represented Ohio as a voting delegate and presented the colors at the convention.

National Trail MVCTC FFA

Advisors Carmen & Eric Kennel were pleased to report that National Trail's chapter earned a Three-Star National Chapter Award.

Twin Valley South MVCTC FFA

The chapter, led by advisor Alison Derringer, celebrated Ryan McRill recognized as a National Proficiency Finalist in Swine Production. Twin Valley South received a Three-Star National Chapter Award.

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