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.).

Free Biotechnology Lesson Plans

- Friday, November 13, 2009

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.

2010 FFA Scholarship Applications Online November 15, 2009

Teri Buchholtz, National FFA - Friday, November 13, 2009

The 2010 National FFA Collegiate Scholarship program goes live November 15, 2009.

2010-2011 Secure Optimal Yield Scholarship

- Thursday, November 05, 2009

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.

Free Tomato Seeds

Will Fett, National FFA Foundation - Thursday, November 05, 2009

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.

Changing Seasons: New Executive Director Joins the Kansas FFA Foundation

- Thursday, November 05, 2009

Kerry Wefald has joined the Kansas FFA Foundation and will serve as the group's new Executive Director.