L-R: Kari Simpson, Kailey Little, Anna Kindred, Blake Buatte, Brantson Komnick, and Reid Glaser enjoyed the State FFA Convention at the Corn Crib, in Normal.


 

Olympia FFA earns state convention honors

 

[June 10, 2021]  Members of the Olympia FFA chapter were recognized during the 93rd annual Illinois FFA State Convention, hosted in-person at the Normal Cornbelters Corn Crib Stadium on Tuesday, June 1st.

With a 2021 theme of “Dare to Be,” the convention annually recognizes achievements of Illinois FFA members, elects the major state officer team, and celebrates agriculture.

In response to continuing coronavirus concerns, Illinois’ FFA State Association officer team and staff adjusted the convention to honor achievements in-person, at three different outdoor venues for smaller groups. Olympia FFA members who attended included: Bailey Rogers, Cavit Schempp, Kailey Little, Kari Simpson, Brooke Rogers, Anna Kindred, Blake Buatte, Reid Glaser, Brantson Komnick, and State FFA Vice-President, Molly Schempp.

During the convention, the following awards were presented to the Olympia FFA chapter.

American FFA Degree Candidates: Bailey Rogers and Molly Schempp were recognized on stage and will earn the National FFA Organization’s highest honor at the National Convention this October.

National Chapter - Bronze Award: The chapter was recognized for their excellent program of activities that included events in leadership development, strengthening agriculture, and building community.

Foundation $3,000 Club Award Recipient: The chapter was recognized for coordinating a local campaign for the Illinois Foundation FFA which raised at least $3,000. The chapter's fundraising total was $4,000.

About Illinois Association FFA
The Illinois Association FFA is part of the National FFA Organization, formerly known as the Future Farmers of America. More than 20,000 students are enrolled in 354 different FFA chapters in the State of Illinois. FFA is a national youth organization of 752,466 student members with a mission of making a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. Visit www.ilaged.org for more information.

About the Illinois Foundation FFA
Illinois Foundation FFA engages individuals, industry, education, government, and foundations in securing funds to support quality agricultural education and FFA programs in Illinois, including providing awards at the State FFA Convention. To learn more and become involved, visit www.illinoisffafoundation.org.

[Bryce A. Hoffman
Ag Teacher/FFA Advisor
Olympia High School]