2018 Session 5

This is Session 5 of the 2018 National FFA Convention & Expo, themed around video games and the idea that big change starts with just one step. The session opened with the National FFA Chorus and the traditional opening ceremonies led by the national officer team, with session chair Ian Sennett from Georgia presiding; Dane White spoke on behalf of the National Association of Agricultural Educators about giving everyone a seat at the table, and the national officers recognized their own agricultural educators and mentors along with ag teachers and state staff nationwide. U.S. Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos addressed members about rethinking education and career pathways, the Outstanding Teacher Awards and National Agriscience Fair winners were recognized, and Western Region Vice President Bryce Clough delivered his retiring address on love and understanding, closing with the themes that there is work, love, and understanding to be done.