Wisconsin FFA Has Successful National Convention
Monday, October 30th, 2017 -- 8:01 AM
(Wisconsin Ag Connection) -The Wisconsin FFA delegation is calling their trip to Indianapolis a success.During the closing days of the National FFA Convention, two students from the Badger State were named national winners in their Proficiency Award areas. One of those students was Katelyn Zimmerman of Spencer. She earned the top award in the area of Agricultural Education. She has been a leader in her chapter's agricultural literacy programs and Breakfast on the Farm activities. Zimmerman became a camp counselor at the school's agriscience camp and taught a lesson about seeds with a hands-on activity.
She eventually became camp director and was charged with developing lesson plans, recruiting and training counselors and more. Katelyn plans to pursue a career as an agricultural education instructor and FFA advisor. Six members earned gold ratings on their proficiency award applications, with 15 earning silver ratings.
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