Sarah Warren
If you have ever seen that
iconic blue, corduroy jacket in the halls here at West High, you have instantly
been able to determine that the wearer is a member of our local FFA chapter.
The Jessamine County Agriculture Department is proud to boast a
membership of around 150 Freshman - Senior students within the chapter, and
twice as many students enrolled in Ag classes.
It is with the collaboration
of both East and West High Schools coming together at JCTC, as well as the
department’s 4 agricultural advisors, that Jessamine County has one of the best
chapters in the state. A common misconception about the FFA Organization is
that it is all about cows, plows and sows. However, since the early 1980s the
organization has widened its classes to welcome in any student with a desire to
learn more about the agricultural industry.
The FFA now not only includes
the farming aspect, but also strives to give back to the community through
innumerable community service projects, as well as leadership opportunities and
career development events. We are a diverse family of agricultural optimists
and community leaders with a desire to aid in any way. Dues are $20, that’s
all. You don’t have to live on a farm. You don’t have to have ever even touched
an animal. All that is required is an AG class and a desire to join. We
promise, you’ll look great in national blue and corn gold; corduroy is always
in style in the Ag. Department!
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