North Mahaska FFA - January 2017 NEWSLETTER Land Lab Sign Project Developed by the Agricultural Education Advisory Board and FFA Officer Team, a new program is being put in effect for the 2016 - 2017 school year in an effort to raise scholarship money for the FFA Foundation Scholarship. 4’ x 4’ signs will be erected alongside the FFA land lab on Highway 63 recognizing businesses, community members, and other donors to the scholarship fund. If you or your business have any interest in purchasing a sign, making a donation, or learning more about the land lab sign project, please contact FFA Advisor, Brett Hutchinson at [email protected]and you will be put in contact with a student. Follow Us! Find out chapter happenings and see photos instantly by following us on our social media outlets: Twitter: @nmahaskaffa Instagram: @nmffa Facebook: North Mahaska FFA In 2016, over 50 cars, trucks and tractors were exhibited at the first NM FFA show during the New Sharon Spring Festival. NM FFA Car and Truck Show Registration Open! On June 10th, 2017 the North Mahaska FFA Chapter will be hosting their 2nd annual Car and Truck Show featuring an antique tractor display. Pre-Registration cost to enter your car or truck is $17, $20 the day of the show. Antique tractors may be displayed at the show for no cost! This event is in conjunction with the New Sharon Spring Festival, so join us for the show and for a variety of events and food options great for the entire family! Email [email protected]for more info. Farmer Appreciation Breakfast - March 11th, 2017 The North Mahaska FFA Chapter and Adult Advisory Board are hosting a Farmer Appreciation Breakfast on March 11th, 2017 and invite all farmers and agriculture professionals in the North Mahaska area to join us to thank you for all of the hard work you put in for our industry and in feeding the world. Please join us in the High School Gym anytime from 7:00 to 10:00 am for a pancakes, sausage and beverages and to visit with our students and fellow agriculturalists. North Mahaska FFA Newsletter | Issue 3 | January 2017
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North Mahaska FFA - January 2017
NEWSLETTER
Land Lab Sign Project Developed by the Agricultural Education Advisory Board and FFA Officer Team, a new program is being put in effect for the 2016 - 2017 school year in an effort to raise scholarship money for the FFA Foundation Scholarship. 4’ x 4’ signs will be erected alongside the FFA land lab on Highway 63 recognizing businesses, community members, and other donors to the scholarship fund. If you or your business have any interest in purchasing a sign, making a donation, or learning more about the land lab sign project, please contact FFA Advisor, Brett Hutchinson at [email protected] and you will be put in contact with a student.
Follow Us! Find out chapter happenings and see photos instantly by following us on our social media outlets: Twitter: @nmahaskaffa Instagram: @nmffa Facebook: North Mahaska FFA
In 2016, over 50 cars, trucks and tractors were exhibited at the first NM FFA show during the New Sharon Spring Festival.
NM FFA Car and Truck Show Registration Open! On June 10th, 2017 the North Mahaska FFA Chapter will be hosting their 2nd annual Car and Truck Show featuring an antique tractor display. Pre-Registration cost to enter your car or truck is $17, $20 the day of the show. Antique tractors may be displayed at the show for no cost! This event is in conjunction with the New Sharon Spring Festival, so join us for the show and for a variety of events and food options great for the entire family! Email [email protected] for more info.
Farmer Appreciation Breakfast - March 11th, 2017 The North Mahaska FFA Chapter and Adult Advisory Board are hosting a Farmer Appreciation Breakfast on March 11th, 2017 and invite all farmers and agriculture professionals in the North Mahaska area to join us to thank you for all of the hard work you put in for our industry and in feeding the world. Please join us in the High School Gym anytime from 7:00 to 10:00 am for a pancakes, sausage and beverages and to visit with our students and fellow agriculturalists.
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Ag Management Students Learn from Industry Professional On Thursday December 15th, students enrolled in the Agricultural Management and Business course at North Mahaska High School learned about the ins and outs of crop and livestock insurance from local independant crop insurance agent, Dan DeVries. Dan spoke to students about the history of crop insurance in the United States from its beginnings after its creation in response to the Dust Bowl until today. He also spoke about what crop insurance in Iowa looks like and the details that are essential for Iowa farmers to know when purchasing crop insurance, as well as how to get into a career in agricultural insurance.
Grain for Grads Grain for Grads is a scholarship program developed three years ago by Advisory Board member, Chris VerSteegh that raises money for FFA members pursuing a degree in agriculture after graduating high school. This is a one time scholarship that is awarded to deserving, driven FFA graduates in May each year. If you are interested in making a grain donation to go towards this scholarship fund, please one of the following people: Chris VerSteegh (Advisory Member) (641) 990-4366 or Brett Hutchinson (Ag Advisor) (515) 979-5632
Students Hear from Animal Science Legend On January 12th, six North Mahaska FFA students traveled to New Hampton, Iowa to attend a speech from Dr. Temple Grandin. Dr. Grandin has many accomplishments in the animal science industry, along with being an incredible advocate for the autism community. Dr. Grandin spoke on her experiences working as an animal behavior specialist and how to work with people with different kinds of minds. She was incredibly inspiring and reminded us that just because an individual is different, they are not less.
Dr. Temple Grandin speaks in the New Hampton gymnasium on January 12th.
Silent Auction Items Needed
During the 2017 New Sharon Spring Festival and North Mahaska FFA Car and Truck Show, the North Mahaska FFA Adult Advisory Board will be holding a silent auction to raise funds for the North Mahaska FFA Foundation Scholarship, a scholarship given to students involved in the NM FFA Chapter for two or more years and plan on pursuing education after high school. If you have an item you would be interested in donating to the auction, or would like to provide monetary support, please contact FFA Advisor Brett Hutchinson at [email protected] or (515) 979-5632. Please consider donating to help our students achieve their career and life goals!
Back Row: Anson Walker (10), Elizabeth Doane (8), Macy Moore (8), Quinton Playle (8), Elizabeth Moore (12). Front Row: KC Walker (12), Gabby Ferguson (12), Paul DeBruin (12).
FFA Christmas Party North Mahaska FFA joined together in Christmas and Holiday spirit on December 15th, 2016. Members began with a short meeting, followed with treats, a gift exchange, and an ugly sweater contest to bond as a chapter and make new friends.
Upcoming Events January 26th: Pork Congress Judging Contest Iowa State Fairgrounds - Des Moines, IA January 26th: Iowa Degrees Due to Mrs. Hutchinson January 31st: FFA Legislative Symposium Iowa State Capitol - Des Moines, IA February 2nd: Iowa Farm and Power Show - Volunteering through Iowa FFA Foundation Iowa Events Center - Des Moines, IA February 7th: Indian Hills Community College Transfer Fair IHCC Ottumwa Campus February 20th: Sub-District CDE Contests English Valleys HS
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