(Photo provided) Novice Parliamentary Procedure Team, from left, Clinton Erb, Laylah Bradford, Abby Henke, Audrey Witten, Declan Schaad, Grant Witten, Levi Wagner, and Joel Schaad.

By Kallie Boley

Chapter Reporter

The Fort Frye FFA Chapter has had an exciting and successful Career Development season so far, with members showcasing professionalism, teamwork, and leadership among multiple competitions.

The chapter is proud to highlight and celebrate the achievements of our members.

Four members competed in their respective divisions at the District Job Interview contest. They demonstrated communication skills and career readiness as they completed a resume, cover letter, job application, in-person interview, and a follow-up letter. Their dedication paid off with excellent results. Freshman Abby Henke placed sixth in the ninth grade division, while the following members placed second in their respective divisions, Alyssa White (10th grade), Kallie Boley (11th grade), and Alexis White (12th grade). We are so proud of these members representing our chapter with pride and confidence, while showing career readiness and success.

(Photo provided) Advanced Parliamentary Procedure Team, from left, Reagan Witten, Mollie Lang, Alyssa White, Alyssa Lang, Kallie Boley, Christy Willis, and Alexis White.

Next, our Novice Parliamentary Procedure team performed outstandingly at the District contest, earning them a first place title and securing a trip to the State contest. The team demonstrated their ability to conduct a meeting using Parliamentary Law. Their presentation included reciting the FFA opening ceremonies, using communication skills to effectively debate on the main motions, as well as using their knowledge of Parliamentary Law to bring up abilities. At the State Competition the team placed second in their room earning them a Top 10 in the State Finish. Congratulations!

Lastly, our Advanced Parliamentary Procedure team made history at the District competition, by securing a second place title and receiving a ticket to the State contest, this achievement is the first in over 20 years for our chapter. The team executed a professional and fully structured meeting under Parliamentary Law, showcasing their understanding of procedure, with the use of excellent team collaboration. This accomplishment marks a major achievement. We are so proud of their hard work and can’t wait to watch them compete at the State level.

We are incredibly proud of our members for their continued dedication, growth, and outstanding performance so far.

Their achievements reflect their countless hours of preparation and commitment to their respective CDE. As we celebrate these successes, our Parliamentary Procedure teams continue to prepare for the State competitions, which are held in December.

In addition, our Middle School CDE teams are gearing up for their competitions, as well as our Agricultural Communications team has officially begun practicing. We look forward to seeing all of our members continue to learn, lead, and represent our chapter well.

(Photo provided) Job Interview Participants, from left, Alyssa White, Kallie Boley, Alexis White, and Abby Henke.

On Dec. 4, 12 of our eighth grade members competed in the Middle School CDE contest! They competed against numerous chapters from across the state and represented our chapter exceptionally well!

Laylah Bradford competed in the Career Conversation where she had to engage in a professional discussion about an ag career, placing seventh in her heat! Audrey Witten participated in the Career Speech CDE where she prepared and delivered a speech on ag careers. She placed fifth in her heat!

Adilynn Isner, Sydney Totman, Natalia Montgomery, and Rayven Vanhorn participated in the Impact of Agriculture Presentation where they prepared and presented about the impact ag plays on society. They placed sixth in the state!

Karlie Campbell, Maci Zimmer, Madi Zimmer, Taytum Skinner, Colten Work, and Jackson Biehl competed in the Quiz Bowl where they had to answer a wide variety of ag related questions. This team made chapter history placing first in the state!

We are incredibly proud of their hard work and dedication!

(Photo provided) Middle School Quiz Bowl Team, from left, Madi Zimmer, Karlie Campbell, Maci Zimmer, and Taytum Skinner.