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314 stories by student reporters

Lessons in Leadership
Natalie Zwilling · Oct 28, 2025 · 134 reads
Illinois FFA Section 23 officers are "Living to Serve," with unique leadership development workshops.

Serving Beyond the Jacket: How One Alumna Gives Back to FFA
Samantha Woodruff · Oct 27, 2025 · 2 reads
Heather Prochnow embodies “Living to Serve” through her lifetime dedication to FFA and equipping future agriculture leaders.

The Scholarship That Ignited Potential in Future Leaders
Madelyn Napier · Oct 27, 2025 · 1 read
The Michael Wood Memorial Scholarship positively impacts the community and fuels potential in future leaders, truly embodying “Living to Serve.”

Supporting the Future, through Uniting the Past
Cyrus Bivens · Oct 26, 2025
Since 2017, Kentucky FFA has hosted a event to bring together supporters and alumni to help support the future generations of Kentucky FFA members.

“Living to Serve” Behind the Scenes
Molly Elvey · Oct 25, 2025 · 1 read
FFA thrives on service, thanks to members, alumni, and especially ag teachers like Alexis Howell—an exceptional FFA advisor who inspires and empowers the next generation.

Webster County FFA Leads the Way for Ag Safety
Hunter Redfern · Oct 25, 2025
For 35 years, Webster County Youth Ag Safety Day has educated fourth-graders on agriculture and safety, with support from FFA, local organizations and businesses.

An Appalachian Mile in His Shoes
Lydia Fuchs · Oct 24, 2025
Whether in boots or Brooks, Coach Mark Brown shows that living to serve isn’t about the uniform you wear, but the effort you give to others.

Rural Report Episode 1: Serving Through Voice
Brooklyn Dunn · Oct 24, 2025
In this episode, I spoke with Bobby Toon to discuss the importance of “Living to Serve.” Toon details why serving is vital in being the voice.

Go Wild! Crazy About Conservation
Savannah Cycholl · Oct 23, 2025 · 1 read
Carder Burgener serves as a Zooteen for the Mesker Park Zoo in Evansville, Ind., He helps educate about animals and stresses the importance of animal conservation.
Generations of Leadership: Maine FFA’s Living Legacy
Jillian McLaughlin · Oct 23, 2025 · 4 reads
This Maine FFA member is living to serve his state by continuing the family legacy both on the farm and in the blue jacket.

C. L. Payne FFA: Growing the Future of Agriculture
Kaitlyn Ferguson · Oct 22, 2025 · 4 reads
The C. L. Payne FFA Chapter and local farmer David Gray are leading the growth of the next generation of future agriculturists.

Built on Service: How Haven Cash Turns Purpose Into Action
Mila Zink · Oct 22, 2025 · 8 reads
Haven Cash shares her experiences on how she is "Living to Serve" as a passion agriculturist with over 200 hours of community service.

Serving the Community, One Vegetable at a Time
Olivia Quertermous · Oct 21, 2025 · 1 read
This Illinois FFA chapter found a way to connect with its community and provide locally grown vegetables to its district.

Paying It Forward
Emma Evans · Oct 18, 2025 · 4 reads
Brad Core exemplifies lifelong service and dedication to FFA, community and agricultural education.

Living to Serve: Joanie Stiers’ Lasting Impact on Williamsfield FFA
Owen Rigg · Oct 18, 2025 · 4 reads
Joanie Stiers exemplifies “Living to Serve” through mentoring FFA members, organizing events and improving her community.

Living to Serve: Inspiring Leadership Across Indiana FFA
Ethan Sheets · Oct 18, 2025 · 1 read
Indiana FFA district officers show that true leadership comes from serving others and making a lasting impact on those around them.

Living to Serve: A Commitment to Family, Agriculture, Education and Community
Sierra Hemond · Oct 18, 2025
Brittany Hemond is a dedicated FFA advisor, mother, farmer and community leader. She embodies the spirit of “Living to Serve” in every aspect of her life.

“Living to Serve” on the Farm and in the Forest
Hailee Hancock · Oct 18, 2025
From her FFA beginnings in a school greenhouse to her current role as a park ranger and goat farmer, Cassie Cross lives out the FFA motto every day.

Green Thumbs, Golden Hearts: FFA Chapter Receives Grant for Local Rehab and Healthcare Center
Carlie Nowlin · Oct 17, 2025 · 1 read
A Pennsylvania FFA chapter brightens lives at Cedarwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center by planting flowers and fostering joy through community engagement.

Birdhouses, Butter and Bingo!
Katie Grace Barrett · Oct 15, 2025 · 2 reads
James River FFA members hosted a birdhouse workshop at Eagle Rock Library, engaging the community and living to serve through agriculture.

FFA Members Serve Local Farmers Through Ag Safety Day
Anna Warf · Oct 14, 2025 · 4 reads
The Green County FFA Chapter serves local farmers through a unique event. Promoting safety is a great way to show appreciation.

Rooted in Agriculture, Grounded in Service: One Advisor, Generations of Leaders
Madison Stephens · Oct 14, 2025 · 2 reads
A lifelong advocate for agricultural education, Stephanie Emmel built her legacy by inspiring students to lead with integrity and service.

Living to Serve: The Parents Behind the Jacket
Delainey Haddix · Oct 10, 2025 · 3 reads
Parents are "Living to Serve." Read how their love, grit and sacrifices bring the blue jacket to life!

Bio-Med Science Academy FFA Hosts Summer Camp for Students
Leila Harper · Oct 10, 2025 · 1 read
In Ohio, this chapter leads a summer camp where students explore agriculture, STEM and leadership through engaging hands-on activities.