Each issue of FFA New Horizons features inspiring stories about FFA members and chapters embodying the “living to serve” spirit. In this season of giving thanks, FFA staff looked back over all the stories we covered in 2020 and called out favorites.
The members of the Waipahu Intermediate FFA Chapter embrace the natural resources around them and turn them into cool supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs) — and the students and advisors make you feel part of their ohana with their warmth and kindness.
— Celya McCullah-Glowacki, advocacy and literacy officer
The article gives a sampling of all the things FFA members did to serve their communities during the COVID-19 pandemic. It is easy to get down with all the negative news, but pull up this article and read what FFA members are up to, and it will lift your spirits.
— Blaze Currie, associate director of leadership development
I like how this program started out small with a grant and as a partnership and has since grown into something larger. This program involves something that isn’t an easy task but really makes a difference in the community.
— Sarah Dickinson, senior educational consultant
This is a positive article on three diverse FFA members who overcame some of the obstacles in their lives. Thanks to their advisors, chapter members and state associations, the three members highlighted in this article found their place, in their world, through FFA.
— Kim Weseli, senior regional director
This is a great example of how FFA members are not only future leaders, but also current leaders who are building stronger communities every day.
— Stefonie Sebastian, senior service engagement specialist
This article celebrates the Des Moines FFA Chapter as a whole but also recognizes the individual contributions of its members. It focuses on robust programs in Iowa that span traditional and nontraditional areas of ag education and the breadth of projects, community service events, entrepreneurial and business opportunities that are accessible.
— Nicole Beckley, marketing, communications, and engagement manager
Reading Alea Ogle’s story illustrates that no one does it alone. Her family supported her interest in baking, her FFA advisor was there to guide her, and her community supports her as customers. The story demonstrates what it takes to excel -- not just in FFA but any endeavor.
— Larry Downes, director, marketing and communications
This article provides representation for members who are part of a racial or ethnic minority, have a disability or are non-binary and may not have seen themselves represented on this platform. It provides a means for FFA members to learn about those who are different from them.
— Olivia Power, data and reporting specialist
