On March 28, the Hillsboro FFA held the annual Chapter Banquet. Members were recognized for their hard work and dedication, and some were recognized for getting their State Degree.
Three of the Hillsboro FFA officers, Kelcie Thornburgh, Ben Florea and Hannah Hopkins, have completed their officer books and have submitted them to the Ohio FFA Association.
Merchants National Bank is proud to sponsor the youth of agriculture. Each year, Merchants National Bank sponsors the Bankers Award during the Hillsboro FFA Banquet.
One of the first signs that spring is near is the arrival of fresh, sweet, juicy strawberries from Florida. The Hillsboro FFA’s annual strawberry sale started at the end of January, and students collected pre-orders until Feb. 12.
Bright Local Schools’ financial literacy students had the opportunity to learn from State Farm Insurance agent Scott Faulconer during a visit March 24.
Each year, the Department of Agricultural Communication, Education and Leadership (ACEL) at the Ohio State University sends students to high schools around the state for 12 weeks to gain real-world experience in the classroom.
Every year the McClain FFA Chapter fills out a National Chapter Packet Application. For the past year, the officer team worked diligently filling the application out. The McClain FFA Chapter is a Gold Rated Chapter.
