National Officer

Josiah Cruikshank-The Life That’s Chosen Us

As we get older, obstacles will be presented in our path. They may be small or big obstacles, but we must make a choice to lean into them to become better leaders. In the retiring address of 2021-22 National FFA Western Region Vice President Josiah Cruikshank, he shares how risk brings reward and to develop a tough mindset.

By |2023-06-14T09:52:09-04:00May 19th, 2023|

Mallory White-Forgotten Farmers

Our words can be so powerful, and we easily forget how those little words can be exclusive. In the retiring address of 2021-22 National FFA Eastern Region Vice President Mallory White, we will learn how to be more inclusive with our words and actions.

By |2023-06-14T09:53:54-04:00May 19th, 2023|

Cortney Zimmerman-The Courage to Live Life

Life is tough today, but if we face our fears, push through the pain and face the obstacles life throws at us, we can reap the rewards in the end. In the retiring address of 2021-22 National FFA Central Region Vice President Cortney Zimmerman, we learn how to have the courage to live the life we are given and to face our battles without giving up.

By |2023-06-14T09:55:26-04:00May 19th, 2023|

Erik Robinson-Facing the Lion

We all have “lions” in our lives that cause us to have pain, fear or struggles. In his retiring address, 2021-22 National FFA Southern Region Vice President Erik Robinson shares how to face that lion and turn your pain, fear and struggle into strength, courage and wisdom.

By |2023-06-14T09:56:32-04:00May 19th, 2023|

Jackson Sylvester-Lace Up and Serve

Every person walks in a different pair of shoes every day. During each walk, we are faced with opportunities to serve and be served. Through his retiring address, 2021-22 National FFA Secretary Jackson Sylvester shares how choosing to serve may require us to disregard our own needs, but it is necessary to live a fulfilling life.

By |2023-06-14T09:57:17-04:00May 19th, 2023|

Cole Baerlocher-You Belong Here

FFA is a place for all, no matter your style or milestones. Zipping up that blue corduroy jackets means you are in a place that provides both unity and individuality. Through his retiring address, 2021-22 National FFA President Cole Baerlocher shares how he has learned to embrace his story and how you can also.

By |2023-06-14T09:58:26-04:00May 19th, 2023|

National FFA Secretary Finds His Spark

This lesson will have students reflect on a national officer’s path to his chosen career in the welding field. Additionally, students will research careers associated with welding and try their hand at a welding activity.

By |2022-05-13T13:52:17-04:00May 13th, 2022|

Your Path

Finding your path in life is important, but it is also important to know that your path may look different from others. In this retiring address, 2020-21 National FFA Central Region Vice President Paxton Dahmer discusses how it is OK to have a different path than your peers.

By |2022-02-09T14:05:46-05:00January 5th, 2022|

Honor Tradition

In this retiring address, 2020-21 National Eastern Region Vice President Miriam Hoffman reveals how honoring true traditions while making true change can lead to true progress.

By |2022-02-09T14:06:29-05:00January 5th, 2022|
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