Students from across the state were awarded Proficiency Awards at the 96th annual Nebraska FFA State Convention held April 3-5. The Proficiency Awards program encourages members to set personal goals and learn practical skills. The program provides recognition to FFA members for exceptional accomplishments and excellence in their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) programs.
The Supervised Agricultural Experience program is an individualized application of classroom learning beyond scheduled class time and has been a standard part of agricultural education since 1917. Students’ SAEs may be entrepreneurial enterprises, employment experiences or research projects. Student’s application won both district and area competitions before being considered by the state-selected committee in February.
In Sales and Services Josie Sanders, of Alliance, took first place. Josie Sanders is the daughter of Tom and Teresa Sanders. Josie is the owner of Look West Leather Company where she makes and sells custom leatherwork including belts, clips, shoes, and purses. Her FFA advisors are Ashtyn Vivion and Jocelyn Pohl.
In Beef Production—Placement Seth Meyring, of Alliance, took second place.
In Outdoor Recreation Ashley Carr, of Alliance, took second place.