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Alexander FFA hosts Greenhand Night</p><p>
ALBANY, Ohio — During the fall of 2007, Alexander FFA, of Albany, Ohio hosted the annual Greenhand Night and attended the National FFA Convention.</p><p>
On Wednesday Oct. 10, 2007, the Alexander FFA Chapter hosted the Greenhand Banquet with a total of 121 people in attendance, including 50 Alexander FFA members and 71 family and community members. During the Banquet, Alexander FFA proudly added the names of 21 Greenhand members to its existing membership roll.
Also, on Oct. 23, 21 members of the Alexander FFA Chapter headed for Indianapolis, Ind. for the 80th National FFA Convention. Some convention highlights include listening to exciting guest speakers including Henry Winkler, participating in the Career Show and touring several farms and businesses in Ohio and central Indiana. The biggest highlight of the trip to Indianapolis for many members was watching former Alexander students Cory Gillette and Ryan Battrell receive their coveted American FFA Degrees.</p><p>
Deadline approaches for Fred Stout Award</p><p>
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio — High school graduates who have a strong desire to pursue a career in managing and/or marketing Registered Jersey cattle are encouraged to apply for the 2008 Fred Stout Experience award.</p><p>
The award is presented annually in memory of Fred J. Stout Jr., Mt. Carmel, Ill., a lifelong Jersey breeder and member of the Jersey Marketing Service staff from 1978 to 1997 who believed that the best learning experiences happen in the everyday world. This award provides partial support for a two- or three-month internship with Jersey Marketing Service, Reynoldsburg, Ohio.</p><p>
To apply, submit a one-page resume listing previous work experience, skills and other qualifications, plus a separate cover letter stating your ambitions, goals and career aspirations, including plans for achieving them. The letter must also explain how and why the Fred Stout Experience will be of benefit in achieving future goals. A summary of involvement with and interest in Registered Jersey™ cattle is required. </p><p>
Applicants must request two letters of support, one from an active breeder of Registered Jerseys (excluding immediate family members), and the other from a teacher, mentor or past employer.</p><p>
Applications and letters of support must be postmarked no later than Feb. 1, 2008 and addressed to Fred Stout Experience, American Jersey Cattle Association, 6486 E. Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068-2362.</p><p>
Financial support is provided by a permanent endowment created in 2001 by friends and colleagues of Fred Stout and managed by the American Jersey Cattle Association.</p><p>
For more information on the Fred Stout Experience, contact Cherie L. Bayer, AJCA Director of Development, or Herby D. Lutz, Manager of Jersey Marketing Service, at 614-861-3636.</p><p>
Pettisville FFA students visit Ohio State ag branch
PETTISVILLE, Ohio — On Wednesday, December 19, eleven Pettisville juniors and seniors had the opportunity to visit the Agricultural Technical Institute (ATI), a branch of The Ohio State University, located in Wooster, Ohio.</p><p>
After a three hour bus ride, the students had the chance to visit the dairy, beef, swine, and equine farms. They also received a tour of the hydraulics and mechanics labs, classrooms and the Student Services Center. Students learned ATI would be a great college to pursue an agricultural career at because there is a large amount of hands-on learning with nearly 30 majors. An unique addition to the two-year school is the addition of a 18-hole golf course for turf students to learn from. Overall, it was a eye opening experience for the Pettisville students who visited.</p><p>
State essay contest winners earn trip to Washington, D.C.
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — An eighth grader from Owen County and one from Crawford County are the winners of the essay contest sponsored by Sen. Richard Lugar, Indiana Farm Bureau Inc. (IFB) and Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance.</p><p>
The winners are Jansen Hight of Spencer and Leah Lahue of Leavenworth. Jansen is the son of Larry and Londa Hight and attends Owen Valley Middle School, while Leah is the daughter of Eldon and Elizabeth Lahue and attends Crawford County Junior/Senior High</p><p>
They were selected from a field of 1,050 students who participated in this year’s contest, the theme for which was “Energy Aware – Energy Independent.” The announcement was made Dec. 7 at the IFB convention.</p><p>
As state winners, Jansen and Leah will receive an all-expense-paid trip to Washington, D.C. </p><p>
Including Jansen and Leah, there were 20 finalists in the contest, one boy and one girl from each of IFB’s 10 districts. Each of the finalists earns a $50 U.S. Savings Bond. The finalists are listed below.</p><p>
District 1: Schuyler Awald of Walkerton, Oregon Davis Junior/Senior High School; Stefanie McGovern of Winamac, Eastern Pulaski Middle School. District 2: Joshua Garcia of Auburn, DeKalb Middle School; Jordan Hartleroad of Butler, Eastside Junior/Senior High School.</p><p>
District 3: Ayren Cobb of Otterbein, Benton Central; Chad Griffin of Cutler, Carroll Junior/Senior High School. District 4: Tyler Barnes of Kokomo, Northwestern Middle School; Mariah Hornaday of Portland, East Jay Middle School. District 5: Abby Garner of Covington, North Vermillion Junior/Senior High School; Ross Smith of Pittsboro (home schooled). District 6: Rebekah Bales of Lewisville, Tri Junior/Senior High School; Cody Short of Centerville, Centerville Junior High School. District 7: In addition to Jansen, Sarah Anne Foley of Unionville (home schooled). </p><p>
District 8: Karina Collins of Columbus, Central Middle School; Bret Rosenberger of Brookville, St. Michael School. District 9: In addition to Leah, Jacob Newmaster of Elberfeld, Trinity Lutheran. </p><p>
District 10: Denise Maxie of Austin, Crothersville Junior High; Luke Aaron Woolbright of Scottsburg, Scottsburg Middle School.</p><p> |
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