November of 2024
by Emma Strickler, Reporter
November FFA Meeting
The next A-C FFA meeting will be held on Monday, November 18th at 7 p.m. in the Ag Center. Following the conclusion of the meeting, members will participate in the Ag Challenge, which is Peanut Butter Face. One male and one female from each grade will compete to see who can stick the most marshmallows to the other person’s face, which will be covered in peanut butter. Each team will earn points based on their places.
Past Happenings
October 4: Ag Breakfast @ Frisch’s
October 7-11: Fairfield County Fair
October 14: County Job Interview CDE Contest
October 15: State Animal Management CDE Online Exam
State Aquarium Management CDE Online Exam
October 21: FFA Meeting
October 23-26: National Convention
Success at the Fairfield County Fair: At the Fairfield County Fair, A-C FFA students submitted projects to be graded by a panel of judges. There were pipefitting and soldering projects, concrete projects, forestry books, electrical projects, and welding projects. Additionally, many FFA members exhibited livestock projects through their 4-H Club at the Fair. Congratulations to our members! Results from the FFA projects at the Fairfield County Fair are as follows: Welding - Peter Smith 1st, Peyton Beavers 2nd, Colton Westhoven 3rd; Electricity - Hayden Dunn 2nd, Mason Jones 3rd, Chase Hanna 4th; Ag. Engineering & Production - Leanna Getz 3rd, Avery McKeska 5th; Agriculture Collections - Savanna Holley 1st, Jaxson Corey 2nd, Emma Strickler 3rd. Congratulations to these members!
Results from the County Job Interview CDE Contest: A-C FFA members competed in the County Job Interview Contest on October 14th. Participants had to submit their resume and cover letters in advance, then demonstrate their ability to complete an application, interview, and follow-up letter. Our students were very successful this year as all five of our members advanced to the District 7 Job Interview Contest. The results are as follows: Riley Strickler - 2nd place, Division 1; Makenna Singleton - 2nd place, Division 2; Emma Strickler - 1st place, Division 3; Maddie Cordle - 1st place, Division 4; Ellie Moss - 1st place, Division 5. Way to represent the A-C FFA Chapter and good luck at the District 7 competition!
Results from the State Animal Management CDE Online Exam: Congratulations to Olivia Chaffin who placed 9th in the state for the Animal Management CDE Online Exam! For this test, Olivia had to demonstrate her knowledge of different pet shop animals, breeds, and supplies. She will compete in the State Finals on November 11th. Good luck!
Results from the State Aquarium Management CDE Online Exam: The Amanda-Clearcreek FFA Chapter will be sending a team to the State Finals on November 11th for the Aquarium Management CDE as a result of placing 29th in the state on the online examination. This team consists of Coltyn Anderson, Alayna Leppert, Tyler Mcgraw, and Justin Seymour. Best of luck to these members!
Reflection on the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo: This year, the Amanda-Clearcreek FFA Chapter attended the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo. Our members had a great time attending sessions and the Buckeye Bash, exploring the FFA Shopping Center and Career Show, touring museums, and many other fun activities! The chapter had an immense amount of success this year, starting with Morgan Anderson wrapping up her year of service as the National Eastern Region Vice President. Morgan helped run numerous sessions at Convention and delivered her retiring address where she taught us what it means to be a good person. Additionally, the Agricultural Communications team consisting of Catherine Buckley, Maddie Cordle, Haley Robinson, and Emma Strickler placed 9th overall in the nation and earned a gold-rating for their diligent work. Not only that, but Madelyn Anderson, who competed in the Employment Skills CDE, earned a silver rating, which placed her somewhere in the Top 20 in the nation. Mr. Sharp and Mr. Tilley were also recognized on stage as recipients of the Honorary American FFA Degree. This degree recognizes individuals who have exceeded expectations in shaping the future of agriculturalists and have dedicated their lives to improving their students. Not only that, but the Amanda-Clearcreek FFA Chapter was recognized as a 2-Star Gold Rated Chapter in the nation. To wrap up this amazing week, Riley McKeska and Hannah Saum earned their American FFA Degrees. We couldn't be more proud!
Upcoming Events
November 1: Ag Breakfast @ Frisch’s
November 5: No School
November 6: District 7 Job Interview CDE
November 11: State Animal Management CDE
State Aquarium Management CDE
November 12: State Ag & Mechanical Technical Systems CDE Online Exam
November 14: State FFA Officer Leadership Night @ A-C High School
November 18: FFA Meeting
November 23: State Preliminary Job Interview CDE
November 26: Holiday Food Drive
November 27-December 2: No School (Thanksgiving Break)
Fall Fruit and Snack Sale: The Fall Fruit and Snack Sale is quickly coming to an end. The due date for orders and money is Thursday, November 7th. This sale brings a lot of funds for future activities, so it is crucial that each member does their part in this sale. If interested please contact an A-C FFA member or Mr. Tilley.
Holiday Food Drive: As a community service activity, the A-C FFA Chapter hosts an annual Holiday Food Drive. During the school day and after school, students will put bags on people’s front porches in Amanda and Stoutsville. People can fill these bags with non-perishable food items that students will come back to collect later on. This is a great way to give back to the community during the holiday season!
Upcoming Career Development Events (CDEs)
State Ag & Mechanical Technical Systems CDE: On November 12th, students who are participating in the Ag & Mechanical Technical Systems CDE will take the online examination. This test quizzes students’ understanding of applied agricultural engineering. They will demonstrate their general knowledge of agricultural engineering, as well as their problem-solving skills. Best of luck to these students!
Smile!
October Ag Breakfast
A-C FFA Members at the Fair
County Job Interview
National Agricultural Communications CDE team
Madelyn Anderson at the National Employment Skills CDE
Morgan Anderson after concluding her term as National FFA Eastern Region Vice-President
American Degree Recipients Riley McKeska and Hannah Saum
A-C FFA Members at National Convention
