FFA

Olney FFA Newsletters

The FFA organization is for students interested in developing leadership skills related to Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources. Freshmen interested in the FFA must enroll in the Introduction to Agriculture course. Some events you may participate in are listed below.

  • Homecoming Parade Float & Carnation Sales

  • DuQuoin State Fair Follies

  • National Convention - Indianapolis, IN

  • State Leadership Camp - Monticello, IL

  • College Scholarships

  • National FFA Week Events: Cookout, Petting Zoo, All School Assembly

  • Competitions: Animal Judging, Mechanics, Parliamentary Procedure, Public Speaking, Vet Science

  • Parades: Olney Christmas, Memorial & Veterans Day

  • Community Service Projects: Adopt-a-Highway, Christmas Lights Bucket Brigade, Wal-Mart Fun Day, etc.

  • Washington D.C. Leadership Conference

Sponsors: Mr. Mark Steber, Mr. Jamie VanDyke, and Mr. Hayden Kinkade