"Travel is one of life's greatest teachers". More miscellaneous photos from our educational adventure. "The best education is found outside the classroom on the roads less traveled."
McPherson County FFA rounded out the National FFA Convention supporting our fellow Nebraskans who received their American FFA degree.
Members toured Ozark Fisheries. We were able to see aquaculture in action at Ozark Fisheries’ koi and goldfish farm in Martinsville, Indiana—an engaging, hands-on stop that turns classroom learning into real-world agriculture. This gave the chapter a memorable, photo-worthy look at a working koi and goldfish hatchery—perfect for connecting Supervised Agricultural Experiences, animal science, and agribusiness to real operations.
FFA had the opportunity to tour LabCorp and learn about several careers. Members learn how to apply your scientific curiosity in biology, animal science, zoology, animal behavior, or veterinary technology to pursue advances in animal welfare and research the effectiveness, safety, and toxicity of drugs in early development animal research studies.
Members checked out the cool things members and chapters are doing in the areas of AgriScience Fair, SAEs, National Chapter, Service and more. We were able to gain ideas of projects and community service to implement in our local area.
More photos from various aspects of convention.
McPherson County FFA watched National FFA Officer, Claire Woeppel from Nebraska proudly represent. As well as snagged photos with some social media influencers. Members were able to explore careers, colleges, and meet people from across the nation. National Convention provides an eye opening experience of the magnitude of the National FFA organization with a plethora of agricultural opportunities.
FFA stopped at Hannibal, MO to explore the history of the community including Mark Twains boyhood home, memorial lighthouse, Huck Finn, Molly Browns birthplace and more.
McPherson County FFA took a pit stop at Chillicothe, MO to stretch our legs and view the Home of Sliced Bread and the 25+ murals. A beautiful addition to this community.
The 5th and 6th graders took in the autumn colors before the wind blew them away.
On Thursday our Senior government class went to a political rally. Students had the opportunity to listen to the United States Vice President and other political leaders. The Juniors also went to help with the rally.
On Wednesday was National Apple Day! Why not enjoy it with apple nachos!
FFA members attended student workshops which allowed them to network with people across the USA. We also attended the opening session with the keynote speaker, Scott McKain. He provided an inspirational speech on what should you stand for.
The McPherson County FFA has had a busy and educational week. The award winning Glore Psychiatric Museum is the largest of its kind in the world, and a community treasure in St. Joseph. MO. On our exploration of the museum we saw historic treatments, sustainability practices, patient art work, therapy options and so much more! The museum chronicles not only the history of State Hospital #2 but also the history of treatment for the mentally ill and is located in the former surgery and out patient building of the hospital. We learned how people actually appreciated working on the farm there.
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October ALEXs pie earners are Archie, Ashlyn, Gage, and Alex. Alex completed two slices this month.
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High school woods class have been busy revamping signs around our school. Looking sharp!
The Junior High and Woods I class have been busy creating floating crosses and tables. They use wire and magnets to create this effect.
"Punch In. Show Up. Move Forward." Congratulations to the students that have missed 3 or less days in the first quarter! Attendance is important and we have a great start to the year.
