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www.kansasworks.com (be sure to click on "include other job boards" to see most inclusive search results). Thank you for your consideration. We look forward to the opportunity to connect FFA members with quality Kansas jobs (internships, summer jobs, part time school year jobs, full time jobs, etc.).
2010 FFA Scholarship Applications Online November 15, 2009
The 2010 National FFA Collegiate Scholarship program goes live November 15, 2009.
Free Biotechnology Lesson Plans
Monsanto has made available a number of resources for teachers to use in their classrooms at no cost. The newest resource is a series of Trait Stewardship Lesson Plans that provide students with the opportunity to learn about biotechnology's techniques, practical application and related careers. These materials are available to teachers in a variety of easy-to-use activities - discussion topics, case studies, readings, hands-on labs and Internet activities - that can be modified to match classroom needs.
Changing Seasons: New Executive Director Joins the Kansas FFA Foundation
Kerry Wefald has joined the Kansas FFA Foundation and will serve as the group's new Executive Director.
Free Seeds! Once again, Campbell is giving away its specially-cultivated tomato seeds as part of its Help Grow Your Soup program. Since there are limited quantities, Campbell wanted to share this opportunity with you and your members before they promote it to the general public.
2010-2011 Secure Optimal Yield Scholarship
The 2010-2011 Secure Optimal Yield Scholarship is a $5,000 one-time award presented to a High School Senior who is going to pursue Agriculture as a degree area of study at any accredited College or University of their choosing. The scholarship is managed by the American Soybean Association and is made possible through a grant by BASF. The scholarship will be presented in $2,500 increments per semester. The student must maintain successful academic progress and be in good standing with the College or University to receive the full amount of the scholarship. Candidates may apply on-line Sept. 14, 2009 through November 16, 2009. Final Selection will be made the first week of December. The student will be notified prior to an official announcement made in March 2010, during Commodity Classic in Anaheim, CA. BASF sponsors the winner and one parent to attend Commodity Classic for two days to participate and receive special recognition at the ASA Awards Banquet on the Friday night of Commodity Classic. See below for specific scholarship requirements. To apply on-line or download an application, go to www.soygrowers.com/soy/scholarship.
Bethany Bohnenblust Named 2009-2010 National FFA Secretary
INDIANAPOLIS - Bethany Bohnenblust believes that every FFA member has a story to tell about their experiences in FFA. She knows that investing time in another person's story can be the encouragement that person needs to write his or her FFA legacy. She is going to have the opportunity to hear many member stories in the coming year when she serves as the 2009-2010 National FFA Secretary. She was elected to that office today at the 82nd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind. This Labette County High School FFA Chapter member from Altamont, Kan., was among six individuals selected from a field of 39 to hold a national office. She is the daughter of Jeff and Dee, and her FFA advisors are Jeff Falkerstien, Dustin Wiley and Kyle Zwahlen.
Three Kansas FFA Members Win National Proficiency Award
INDIANAPOLIS - Winners in the National Agricultural Proficiency Awards Pageant were announced on Friday, Oct. 23, at the 82nd National FFA Convention. Awards were given in 47 categories.
Washington County FFA Chapter Wins National Agronomy CDE
Indianapolis, Indiana-- Winners of the National FFA Agronomy Career Development Event (CDE) were announced Friday at the annual awards banquet. The event was held in conjunction with the 82nd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind. Mr. Harold Brown of Ohio served as superintendent of the event.
Washington County FFA Chapter Wins National Nursery and Landscape CDE
Indianapolis, Indiana-- Winners of the National FFA Nursery and Landscape Career Development Event (CDE) were announced Friday at the annual awards banquet. The event was held in conjunction with the 82nd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind. Dr. Alan McDaniel of Virginia served as superintendent of this year's event.
Girard FFA Chapter Wins National Agricultural Communications CDE
Indianapolis, Indiana-- Winners of the National FFA Agricultural Communications Career Development Event (CDE) were announced Friday at the annual awards banquet. The event was held in conjunction with the 82nd National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, Ind.
Kansas FFA Alumni WLC Scholraships Available
The Kansas FFA Alumni WLC Scholarship form can be found on the Alumni Website in the documents section.
Agenda for 2010 Kansas FFA Alumni Winter Conference Announced
The following is the proposed agenda for the 2010 Kansas FFA Alumni Winter Conference in Hutchison, Kansas
Cargill, Kansas FFA Offer Students Scholarship Opportunities
Cargill and the Kansas FFA Foundation are working together to provide university students in Kansas a distinctive scholarship opportunity that includes real world experience and financial support for college.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Garrett Lister, President and Nellie Hill, Vice President of the Kansas State FFA Association were among a group of state FFA officers who had a rare and exciting experience Wednesday, July 22; they met with United States Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack at the FFA State Presidents’ Conference held in Washington, D.C., July 21-24.