California FFA was truly
transformed by the 89th National
FFA Convention and Expo...
Record numbers of California FFA members
embarked on the journey to Indianapolis
to be exposed to new leadership skills,
compete for awards, and learn from
FFA members from all over the nation.
We were humbled and proud to have
some of the highest scoring teams
and several Career Development
Event, Agriscience, Profi ciency, and
Public Speaking champions. Three
hundred and eighteen dedicated,
knowledgeable and passionate individuals
claimed the highest award given by the FFA, the American
FFA Degree. Some of the California delegates and FFA
members traveled to Washington, D.C. where we were
fortunate enough to witness and participate in the laying
of the wreath ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown
Soldier at Arlington Cemetery and even ventured out into
the National Mall. Along with other sightseeing we were
fortunate to have been able to tour the United States
Holocaust Memorial Museum and
pay our respects. Since National
Convention and the Washington,
D.C. trip we have been preparing
and hosting MFE and ALA leadership
conferences as well as prepping for
State Conference. We are beyond
excited and lucky to have had the
opportunity to meet just some of the
amazing members of the California
FFA. The 89th California FFA State
Leadership Conference will push
beyond boundaries and send
you on an adventure to fi nd your
potential, as we are “Limitless.” We
hope to see you there!
Andrew, Lauren, Amanda,
Samuel, Conner, and Jace •
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