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District VII Production CDE Results

West Central FFA members competed in the District VII Production CDEs recently.  The district is composed of nine area schools. In Floriculture,  Melinda Knuth placed 2nd, Sydnie Howey placed 4th and Sarah Eich 6th.  As a team they placed 1st. In … Continue reading

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TriValley CDE Results

On March 14th West Central FFA members attended the Tri-Valley CDEs. Jeremy Nettifee, an Ag Mechanics wizard, placed third individually. “It’s awesome getting third considering how big the contest is, and I’m glad my hard work is helping me to … Continue reading

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Schartz One of Ten National Essay Contest Winners

Joe Schartz recently submitted a 500 word essay for the Tractor Supply “No Limits” Essay Contest. The competition was held in conjunction with National FFA Week; February 20-26, 2011. We are excited to share the text of Joe’s winning essay … Continue reading

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CDE Season in Full Swing

WCFFA members are busy preparing for and competing in CDEs (Career Development Events) during the spring months. Career opportunities abound within today’s agriculture industry. CDEs help students develop the abilities to think critically, communicate clearly, and perform effectively in a … Continue reading

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Renner Submits Ag Day Essay

Liz Renner recently submitted an essay for the Ag Day Essay Competition.  This year’s theme is “American Agriculture, Your Food. Your Farmer.”  The contest is sponsored by Cennex Harvest States and the Agriculture Council of America. The national written essay … Continue reading

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Members Work Behind the Scenes for Valentine’s Day

Several West Central FFA members were hired on as seasonal help at North American Wholesale Florist in Sioux Falls.  Students worked long hours after school an on the weekends prior to the holiday. Roses are the most popular flower for … Continue reading

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Members Submit State Degree Applications

Eleven West Central FFA members recently competed their State FFA Degree Applications.  The State Degree is the highest award a member can receive on the state level.  The award is based on the students leadership and school activities as well … Continue reading

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Members attend Legislative Breakfast

West Central FFA members recently attended the annual South Dakota FFA Legislative Breakfast in Pierre, SD.  FFA members representing each of the 7 FFA Districts traveled to Pierre in between snow days in January.  Members participated in District Officer Training … Continue reading

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Karst Memorial Scholarship

The Karst Memorial Scholarship is sponsored by the South Dakota Association of Conservation District Employees.  Four $300 scholarships are payable upon completion of the second semester of registration at a post-secondary institute.  Any graduate of a South Dakota high school … Continue reading

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Nettifee Works as Legislative Page

Jeremy Nettifee has found a new way to learn more about the legislative process.  Rather than sitting in a classroom, he’s experiencing the process first hand.  Nettifee was selected to serve as a page in December and began his service … Continue reading

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