Wauneta students awarded State FFA Degrees at 97th State FFA Convention

948 students were awarded the Nebraska State FFA Degree at the 97th annual Nebraska FFA State Convention held March 25-27.  The State FFA Degree is the highest degree bestowed by the Nebraska FFA.
The Nebraska State FFA Degree recognizes FFA members who have received the Chapter degree, been active FFA members for at least two years, completed at least four semesters of agricultural science at or above the ninth-grade level, maintained a supervised agricultural experience (SAE) program, demonstrated their leadership skills, and have shown a commitment to the FFA through involvement at the chapter level and above.
The 98th annual Nebraska State FFA Convention recorded 7,957 members and guests. Members of the agricultural youth leadership organization spent the week attending leadership workshops, participating in events and activities, being recognized for their achievements, and serving as the legislative body for the Nebraska FFA Association.
The Nebraska FFA Association is a school-based youth leadership development organization, with over 12,000 members statewide, and is a part of the National FFA Organization. Our 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. Visit neaged.org to find more information on Nebraska FFA.
Area students who received degrees are as follows:
Wauneta-Palisade    
Lillian Dinnel, Kameran McCrumb, Konner McCrumb, Noah Sandman