National FFA Leadership Conference

Every year in October, the National FFA Organizations hosts a leadership conference for FFA members across the nation. This year 7 members were selected to attend the 2017 conference in Indianapolis, Indiana.  While at the conference, FFA members listen to various keynotes speakers, tour agricultural industries, and meet other members across the country. At this conference East Buchanan was recognized as a two-star chapter, had a member in National FFA Band and two American degree recipients, the chapters first two.

Members attending the opening session. Left to Right: Ashia Gerdemann, Jodie Mausser, Kayla Dudley, DeAnn Lentz, Keegan Kehrli and Dylan Kortenkamp.

Jaci Francois receiving her American Degree from National President David Townsend.

Members walking on FFA Way, downtown Indianapolis

Members pose with the veterans memorial downtown Indianapolis

Jared Kelly receiving his American Degree from National President David Townsend.

Members who attended the National FFA Conference. Left to Right: (Back Row) Dylan Kortenkamp, Keegan Kehrli, Jared Kelly, Jodie Mausser. (Front Row) DeAnn Lentz, Jaci Francois, Kayla Dudley and Ashia Gerdemann.

National FFA Band

In 2017, the East Buchanan FFA chapter was very fortunate to have a member selected for the National FFA band. The requirements were to have submit a recording of the nominee playing a part, letter of recommendation. Only three were chosen from Iowa for the National Band in 2017.

Austin Cook playing the tuba in the National FFA Band.