FFA in the USA
Central Region
235 stories by student reporters

Agriculture Formed Who Bill Boulware Is Today
Kurtis Ross · Aug 14, 2026 · 140 reads
Agriculture changed the way Bill Boulware thought. He was truly changed by the experiences he had.

More Than a Member: Grace Schmidt
Kennedy Jansma · Jun 24, 2026 · 10 reads
From the classroom to the community, Grace Schmidt's FFA journey showcases growth, leadership and successes within agriculture.

Chasing the Spotlight: Jace Myers’ Path to Leadership
Blakely DeMuth · Jun 24, 2026 · 7 reads
Jace Myers worked hard to secure his role as the Oklahoma FFA central area vice president this year.

Leo Enlow’s Leadership: All In, All Done?
Olivia Harris · Jun 24, 2026 · 7 reads
Sapulpa FFA Chapter President Leo Enlow exemplifies true leadership through service, mentorship, hard work and a commitment to helping others.

Life in Blue and Gold:Kennedy Jansma
Kennedy Jansma · Jun 24, 2026 · 10 reads
Kennedy Jansma shares her journey as an FFA member.

More Than Just a Blue Jacket
Josiah (Josie) Kuennen · Jun 23, 2026 · 3 reads
Josie Kuennen from the Northfield FFA Chapter’s story about how she joined FFA and how it has shaped her into the graduating senior she now is.

Advocating Through Connection: Raine Wheeler’s Journey of Communicating for the Future of Agriculture
Macy Philipp · Jun 23, 2026 · 17 reads
Raine Wheeler, a Vinton-Shellsburg FFA member, is helping pave the way for FFA members to contribute to agriculture in different way.

From Chorus Member to Content Creator: Victor Salas’s FFA Journey
Addison Smith · Jun 18, 2026 · 1 read
From a last-minute ag class decision to National FFA Chorus and ag advocacy on social media, Victor Salas is making an impact in agriculture.

How FFA Has Changed My Life
Kurtis Ross · Jun 15, 2026 · 6 reads
FFA means many things, but to me, it's a home and one of the things that has shaped me into the man I am today.

From T-1 To Chapter Sentinel
Kurtis Ross · Jun 8, 2026 · 4 reads
From T1 to chapter sentinel, check out how Williams started in the first grade and ended her senior year strong.

Welcome to My Farm: From Local SAE to Educating Young Agricultural Enthusiasts
Grace Schmidt · Jun 3, 2026 · 12 reads
Learn about how Mary Lewandowski's local SAE escalated into a nationwide publication.

Balko’s Colby Barnes Elected Oklahoma State FFA Reporter
Kinley Jo Tolle · May 29, 2026 · 19 reads
History was made for the Oklahoma Panhandle when Colby Barnes of Balko High School was elected to serve as the 2026-27 Oklahoma state FFA reporter.

A Family Legacy: Wesley Summers’ Excellence in Palmyra FFA
Marissa Gottman · May 12, 2026 · 1 read
Senior Palmyra FFA member Wesley Summers dominates career development events and earns the first three-peat victory in chapter history.

Constant, Invested, Igniting
Ellie Samek · May 12, 2026 · 3 reads
Bolivar High School’s agriculture educator’s constant presence, deep investment and igniting passion continue to shape students, strengthen a chapter and impact the community.

One Class Changed Everything: Agricultural Education
Beau Newport · May 12, 2026 · 2 reads
Discover how one student’s unexpected journey into agricultural education and FFA led to leadership, entrepreneurship and a passion for telling agriculture’s story through the magazine Gaining Ground.

Family Cattle Hauling Business: Hunter Cook
Beau Newport · May 11, 2026 · 5 reads
From hauling cattle to learning livestock safety and business skills, this Stroud FFA member is building on his family’s Oklahoma ranching legacy through a real-world SAE project.

FFA in the USA: What if?
Michaela Miller · May 8, 2026 · 4 reads
2025-26 FFA in the USA Reporter Michaela Miller shares her story and the impact the FFA in the USA program has had on her life.

Married to the Mission: How Two FFA Advisors Maximize Their Impact
Grace Schmidt · May 2, 2026 · 14 reads
Discover how two advisors leave a lasting impact in Wisconsin FFA!

Mr. Austin Is More Than an Advisor
Josiah (Josie) Kuennen · Apr 20, 2026 · 3 reads
This Northfield FFA advisor goes above and beyond for his students through CDE practices, SAE projects and helping them grow as leaders.

Where It Started Isn’t Where It Ended
Harper Dickey · Apr 20, 2026 · 2 reads
Former Missouri FFA State President Abby Korff grew through FFA and shares her journey from inspiration to impact.

A Supervised Agricultural Experience With a Bigger Impact
Michaela Miller · Apr 16, 2026
Missouri FFA member Scarlett Miller combines her passion for making cards, fruit production and community through an impactful SAE project.

The Road Paved in National Blue and Corn Gold
Anna Treat · Apr 14, 2026 · 15 reads
The road to Kelly Barnes’ public speaking career was paved in national blue and corn gold, the colors of the National FFA Organization.

Inspiration From Washington D.C Is Put Into Action in Washington, Mo.
Addison Smith · Apr 7, 2026 · 4 reads
Inspired to serve their communities, four Franklin County FFA chapters united to pack 52,000 meals after members returned from Washington, D.C.

From Show Ring to Fire Line: Woodward District FFA Members Rise in the Face of Wildfires
Kinley Jo Tolle · Apr 7, 2026 · 2 reads
What began as a typical week quickly turned into a test of resilience, leadership and the true meaning of the FFA motto, “living to serve.”