McClain FFA member selected to compete nationally
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A local FFA chapter was recently selected to compete for national recognition in a career development event at the 92nd National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, Oct. 30-Nov. 2.
The McClain FFA Chapter from Greenfield will send member Emily Jones to Indianapolis as she vies for national honors in the employment skills area.
CSX and Arysta Life Science North America Corporation sponsor the event. Chris Fitzpatrick and Mike Sykes are the McClain chapter advisors.
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Employment skills is one of 25 career/leadership development event areas, covering jobs skills in everything from communications to mechanics. This event is designed to recognize outstanding FFA members for their ability to prepare and interview for real-world employment opportunities. Part of the preparation includes creating a cover letter, resume and completing a job application. Participants also show their ability to think on their feet through a networking activity. CDEs and LDEs help students develop the abilities to think critically,communicate clearly and perform effectively in a competitive job market.
The National FFA Organization provides leadership, personal growth and career success training through agricultural education to 669,989 student members who belong to one of 8,630 local FFA chapters throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The organization is also supported by 459,514 alumni members in 2,236 alumni chapters throughout the U.S.
The McClain FFA Chapter from Greenfield will send member Emily Jones to Indianapolis as she vies for national honors in the employment skills area.
CSX and Arysta Life Science North America Corporation sponsor the event. Chris Fitzpatrick and Mike Sykes are the McClain chapter advisors.
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Employment skills is one of 25 career/leadership development event areas, covering jobs skills in everything from communications to mechanics. This event is designed to recognize outstanding FFA members for their ability to prepare and interview for real-world employment opportunities. Part of the preparation includes creating a cover letter, resume and completing a job application. Participants also show their ability to think on their feet through a networking activity. CDEs and LDEs help students develop the abilities to think critically,communicate clearly and perform effectively in a competitive job market.
The National FFA Organization provides leadership, personal growth and career success training through agricultural education to 669,989 student members who belong to one of 8,630 local FFA chapters throughout the U.S., Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The organization is also supported by 459,514 alumni members in 2,236 alumni chapters throughout the U.S.