Viviana Velazquez, Author at National FFA Organization

Honored to serve as an FFA in the USA reporter for a second year, Viviana Velazquez currently serves as her chapter's historian and is completing her senior year of high school. She also serves as part of the National FFA Style Squad (use code "VIVIANA20" at shopffa.org to save on apparel and accessories). She's a student athlete, dedicated toward educating others about the agricultural industry. On her free time, you can find her caring for her small animals, or listening to music and painting.

Serving Beyond the Blue Jacket: Graham Gardemeyer’s Dedication to Community and Change
Meet Graham Gardemeyer, an FFA leader and youth advocate committed to public speaking, community service and driving positive change.

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By Viviana VelazquezPublished On: October 15th, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: blue jacket, california, California FFA, golden state, Leadership, living to serve, Nevada Union FFA, student engagement, student leaders, Superior Region, Western RegionViews: 12
Welding Her Way: Hannah Solomon Builds a Business and a Legacy
This California FFA members turns welding into art with her business, Solo Steel.

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By Viviana VelazquezPublished On: May 13th, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: California FFA, Western RegionViews: 90
A Legacy Rooted in Purpose: Honoring Charles Parker’s 45 Years of Service to California FFA
After decades of service, this state advisor is leaving behind a legacy of leadership, mentorship and impact across generations of students.

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By Viviana VelazquezPublished On: May 13th, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: California FFA, Western RegionViews: 95
The Power of Persistence: Connor Graham’s Rise in FFA
This Illinois member dives into the world of FFA, becoming one of the most involved members in the Galatia FFA Chapter.

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By Viviana VelazquezPublished On: April 30th, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: CDE, Community Service, Connor Graham, Eastern Region, Galatia FFA, LDE, Section 25, TreasurerViews: 91
Meet Brianne Shannon, the Brightest Soul on the Bear River Campus
As one of four agriculture educators for Bear River FFA, she constantly inspires students to reach for success.

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By Viviana VelazquezPublished On: April 30th, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: advisor, ag teacher, California FFA, Western RegionViews: 96
Recap the Sacramento Leadership Experience With Wyatt Thompson
Interested applying for in this California FFA conference? Learn about it through the experiences of a past participant.

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By Viviana VelazquezPublished On: March 25th, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: california, leadership conference, Western RegionViews: 112
Maggie Alford Hits High Notes in the National FFA Band
From her garden to the stage, this California FFA member showcases the harmony found between music and agriculture.

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By Viviana VelazquezPublished On: March 5th, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: 97th national ffa convention & expo, band, Band Chorus Talent, California FFA, clarinet, FFA Band, national band, national convention, national ffa band and chorus, Western RegionViews: 148
Write Your Story: The “Unwritten” Theme of Bear River FFA
This California officer team shares their core values and how they aim to empower member to write their own paths in agriculture.

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By Viviana VelazquezPublished On: January 28th, 2025Categories: FFA in the USATags: california, California FFA, chapter officers, ffa, FFA in the USA, ffa officers, theme, Western RegionViews: 234
Agradeciendo la Identidad Hispana en este Día de Acción De Gracias
Los estudiantes hispanos agradecen la oportunidad de ser miembros de la FFA y tener la oportunidad de representar sus culturas como personas hispanas.

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By Viviana VelazquezPublished On: December 10th, 2024Categories: FFA in the USATags: california, California FFA, Creed, creed speaking, diversity, diversity and inclusion, ffa creed, FFA in the USA, Hispanic, southern, Southern Region, spanish, Spanish Creed Speaking, Tennessee, tennessee ffa, Western, Western RegionViews: 262
Ripening Knowledge With Ripon FFA
This California chapter is inspiring students through hands-on agricultural education during its annual Elementary School Farm Day event.

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By Viviana VelazquezPublished On: October 19th, 2024Categories: FFA in the USATags: Advocacy, agricultural education, california, California FFA, Western RegionViews: 205