Lana Myers on stage at the Louisiana FFA State Convention and Expo with one of her past state officers.
At Elton High School in southwest Louisiana, the heart of our FFA chapter beats through one person, Lana Myers. She is more than just an agriculture teacher and FFA advisor; she is a mentor, a motivator, and a role model who shaped the lives of countless students. Every day, she enters the classroom with the same goal she’s had for over two decades – to help her students discover their potential and push beyond their limits.
From the very first day, Myers makes her expectations clear with a simple but powerful reminder, “Our goal is not to be the best. Our goal is to be our best.” Those words define everything she does. She teaches us that success isn’t measured by trophies or titles, but by effort, growth, and integrity. Under her guidance, we learn that being our best means working hard, learning from mistakes, and never giving up on ourselves or each other.
Myers with one of her past students who also majored in agricultural education.
Agriculture has been a part of Myers’s life since she was young. She was actively involved in livestock shows and proudly served on the Junior Angus National Board, one of her greatest youth achievements. That experience sparked her lifelong passion for agricultural education and leadership—a passion she now shares with her students every single day.
Over her twenty plus years of teaching, Myers has built one of the most respected FFA programs in Louisiana. Her dedication has earned her recognition from her students and agricultural educators across the state. She judged at the national level twice, bringing both expertise and pride to represent Louisiana. She was also honored as a Louisiana Teacher of the Year semifinalist, which reflects her outstanding impact in and beyond the classroom.
Myers with one of her past FFA students.
Yet, for all her personal achievements, Myers’s greatest pride comes from her students’ success. Under her leadership, Elton FFA has produced more than 15 state officers, a remarkable milestone that shows the culture of excellence she has created. Her ability to inspire leadership and confidence in her students is unmatched. She doesn’t just teach agriculture; she teaches life skills, character, and responsibility.
Myers’s influence extends far beyond competitions or classrooms. She is the first to volunteer for community projects, the last to leave after late-night practices, and the one cheering the loudest when her students succeed. She leads by example, showing us that true leadership means service, humility, and heart.
Elton FFA is more than just a chapter; it’s a family. And Myers is the reason why. Through her commitment, compassion, and drive, she has built a legacy that will continue long after we graduate. She has shown us that FFA is not only about agriculture; it’s about growing leaders who will make a difference in their communities and in the world.
To all of us who had the privilege of learning from her, Myers is more than an educator. She is an inspiration. Her passion, dedication, and belief in her students have has left a mark on every life she has touched, and that is a legacy worth celebrating.
Myers with her Plaw team who won state.
