Indianapolis, Ind. (Monday, Dec. 16, 2024) – The National FFA Organization recently appointed three distinguished leaders to its National FFA Board of Directors. Their expertise, passion for agricultural education and commitment to youth development will enhance the organization’s mission of preparing the next generation of leaders in agriculture and beyond.

• CaSandra Carter, a senior human resources generalist at Syngenta, will represent business and industry on the board from 2025 to 2027.
• Jennifer Jackson, the executive director of Texas FFA and the Texas state advisor, will represent the National Association of Supervisors in Agricultural Education (NASAE) in the western region from 2025 to 2027.
• Paul Aarsvold, agriculture education instructor from Plainview-Elgin-Millville High School, will represent the agriculture, food and natural resources (AFNR) teachers for the National Association of Agricultural Educators (NAAE) and will serve from 2025-2027.

“We are excited to have these individuals serve on the board,” said National FFA Advisor and Board Chair Dr. Travis Park. “Each of these individuals brings a unique perspective from their areas of work, whether it be industry or the classroom.  We look forward to their future contributions to guiding the National FFA Organization and helping FFA members prepare for a lifetime of career success.”

The National FFA Organization is a school-based national youth leadership development organization of more than 1,027,200 student members as part of 9,235 local FFA chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

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About National FFA Organization
The National FFA Organization is a school-based national youth leadership development organization of more than 1,027,200 student members as part of 9,235 local FFA chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. For more, visit the National FFA Organization online at FFA.org and on Facebook and Twitter.

About National FFA Foundation
The National FFA Foundation builds partnerships with industry, education, government, other foundations, and individuals to secure financial resources that recognize FFA member achievements, develop student leaders, and support the future of agricultural education. Governed by a 19-member board of trustees composed of educators, business leaders, individual donors and FFA Alumni, the foundation is a separately registered nonprofit organization. About 82 percent of every dollar received by the foundation supports FFA members and agricultural education opportunities. For more, visit FFA.org/Give.