Greetings from Emily Surdez, State FFA President

Emily Surdez , 2008-2009 State President.

You have been invited to attend the 81st Kansas FFA State Conven­tion. Throughout State Convention, you have the opportunity to join in celebrating the successes and accomplishments of over 7,400 Kansas FFA’s members. If you are able to attend, you will have the oppor­tunity to network with high school students who are driven to succeed in the areas of career skill development, community service, and personal growth. These students are the leaders of the future.

This year’s state convention theme is “Step Up, Stand Out.” Every day, we have a choice to sit on the sidelines or step up and make a difference. Those who make the choice to step up to service and growth are the people who stand out as leaders. For over 80 years, Kansas FFA members have chosen to step up to lead and serve in their communities. We are recognizing those members that have made the choice to step up and stand out, as well as celebrating our choice to do so every day.

Convention will be held from Wednesday, May 27 through Friday, May 29, in McCain Auditorium on the Kansas State University campus. During this time, I hope you are able to attend to watch many sessions, hear motivating speakers, and see agriculture students expressing their unique talents.

Once again, I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to the Kansas FFA Convention; please join us as we celebrate and encourage everyone to Step Up, Stand Out and make a difference in your community, state, and nation!

Sincerely,

Emily Surdez

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