06/25/2026
π What an Incredible Week at the NC FFA State Convention! ππ
The Bandys FFA Chapter is incredibly proud of our members for representing our school, community, and chapter with excellence this week. Their countless hours of studying, practicing, and hard work paid off with outstanding accomplishments across the state!
π Agricultural Tool Identification β 6th in the State!
Students identify and demonstrate knowledge of agricultural tools, equipment, and their proper uses.
A huge thank you to Brian Parker for helping to coach this group of young men this spring!
Team Members:
β’ Logan C
β’ Bryson P
β’ Randy S
β’ Cade W
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Special congratulations to Bryson P and Cade W, who tied for 18th High Individual out of 239 participants representing 69 teams!
π FFA Creed Speaking β Top 30 in the State
Members memorize and present the FFA Creed while demonstrating public speaking and interview skills.
Ashlyn H
π Food Science & Technology β 10th in the State (92 Teams!)
Students apply principles of food safety, quality assurance, product development, and sensory evaluation while solving real-world food industry challenges.
Team Members:
β’ Genesis B
β’ Lainey D
β’ Zoey O
β’ Lilia Z
π± Introduction to Horticulture β 29th in the State
Students demonstrate foundational knowledge of greenhouse production, landscaping, plant identification, and horticultural practices.
Team Members:
β’ Suri B
β’ JT M
β’ Noah S
β’ Kingsley S
π₯© Meat Evaluation β 18th in the State (57 Teams!)
Contestants evaluate meat quality, identify retail cuts, determine carcass value, and answer industry-related questions.
Team Members:
β’ Ashlyn B
β’ Taylor B
β’ Kaitlyn K
β’ Rylee S
π₯ Milk Quality & Products β 28th in the State
Students evaluate dairy products, identify defects, and demonstrate knowledge of milk quality and food safety.
Team Members:
β’ Bri H
β’ Caris O
β’ Owen P
β’ Andrew T
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Congratulations to Andrew T, who placed 17th High Individual out of 300 participants representing 79 teams!
βοΈ Parliamentary Procedure β Top 30 in the State
Members demonstrate leadership by conducting an official business meeting using parliamentary law and effective teamwork.
Team Members:
β’ Abby F
β’ Michael F
β’ Evan S
β’ Jordyn S
β’ JaYna T
β’ Caroline T
π― Hunter Safety β 3rd in the State
The Bandys FFA Gold Team was also recognized during the State FFA Convention for earning 3rd Place in the North Carolina Hunter Safety Competition held earlier this year. This competition tests students' knowledge of firearm safety, wildlife conservation, outdoor skills, and responsible hunting practices. Congratulations on an outstanding accomplishment!
π Beef Production Placement Proficiency Award β 2nd in the State
Proficiency Awards recognize students with outstanding Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) programs that prepare them for careers in agriculture.
Congratulations to Jordyn S!
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Old North State FFA Degree Recipients
The Old North State FFA Degree is the highest degree the North Carolina FFA Association can bestow, recognizing members for exceptional leadership, agricultural education, community service, and SAE accomplishments.
Congratulations to:
β’ Ashlyn B
β’ Taylor B
β’ Brianna H
β’ Emma H
β’ Kaitlyn K
β’ Natalie N
β’ Evan S
β’ Jordyn S
β’ Kingsley S
β’ Rylee S
β’ Eli T
β’ Caroline T
β’ Jameson W
β American FFA Degree Candidate
The American FFA Degree is the highest honor bestowed by the National FFA Organization and recognizes years of dedication, leadership, service, and excellence in agricultural education.
Congratulations to Noah S!
ππ We couldn't be prouder of every student who represented Bandys FFA this week. Whether competing, earning degrees, being recognized for earlier state accomplishments, or receiving special honors, each member demonstrated the dedication, leadership, and excellence that make our chapter so special.
Please join us in congratulating these outstanding students on an incredible week at the NC FFA State Convention! Your Bandys FFA family is proud of each of you and the way you continue to represent our chapter with excellence.
