Favorite Memory Best Laugh
Farewell
ROLC ! ROLC ( Regional Offi cer
Leadership Conference ) is the fi rst conference that we put on and our fi rst “ member ” event . From tasting oysters to our epic dance , to slaying the volleyball tournament , it was a magical experience seeing our team come together . ROLC gave our team something to be proud of and provided a foundation for the rest of our year .
As a part of MFE , Jace and Sam act out a story that Amanda is narrating to learn continuous renewal . At the Ontario MFE , Jace and Sam are acting out the story , riding a bike for two , when Sam has to take a squat . During the bike dismount and squat attempt , Sam ’ s slacks bust open at the seams- decimating his pants and providing a ... memorable scene . We still laugh about exposing the members to new things .
Thank you so much for providing me the fulfi llment and purpose in my life that even adults search for . I thoroughly loved hearing your stories , teaching in your classrooms , and having fun at conferences . As much as I would love to do this forever , congratulations to the new team , and I wish them the best of luck as they forge their own path as state offi cers . Thank you for the journey of a lifetime .
Witnessing the participants of MFE
Conferences across the state share their Promise Cards ! We asked students to think of a promise they need to make & hold themselves accountable to . Hearing students share what is in their heart and show courage in sharing these powerful promises was a memory that I will never forget .
Sam & Conner brought home Nerf guns one day ... We spent the rest of the afternoon in the most intense Nerf gun war known to man !
To the members of California FFA - from the bottom of my heart , thank you for one of the most memorable and transformational years of my life . Thank you for giving me a family , a purpose and many blessings . I cannot wait to
... thank you for one of the most memorable and transformational years of my life .
see all of the incredible things you continue to accomplish . I am proud to wear a jacket that says California across the back . Thank you are two words I cannot say enough .
One of the coolest opportunities we had this year was meeting Mike Rowe at the FFA Foundation Gala ! It was fascinating to learn all about the “ Dirty Jobs ” he has gone through and how many of those jobs showcase the true dedication of the individuals in agriculture .
The team and I decided to eat outside and set up a picnic . Just as we got everything in place I went to take a bite only to completely collapse from my chair and fall on the ground . The bad news : my food went down with me .
Wow , each and every single day I am in awe of the talent FFA members possess . All of you have something inside of you that shows your true passion for the organization and industry I have fallen in love with , agriculture . From the chapter visits to conferences and everything in between , thank you for the hard work and dedication you have poured into FFA . I will treasure the memories made and am beyond grateful to all of the FFA members I have been fortunate enough to encounter . Thank you for giving me the year of a lifetime and continue to pursue greatness in your lives ’.
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