Rhea County FFA

10/02/2026

Today, our students were outstanding in the field as they taught 3rd graders at Farm City Day! Just look through the pictures at how they all excelled at serving our community.

Thank you to Farm Bureau Insurance - Rhea County - Dayton Farm Bureau Insurance - Rhea County, Spring City and River Valley AgCredit for sponsoring the annual Rhea County Farm City Day!

09/23/2026

Ag Teacher Professional Development today at UTK.

*learned about the Agriscience Metaverse Academy program - using Virtual Reality (VR) in the classroom

*toured ETREC and learned about the turf grass research project happening there (think FIFA World Cup)

*heard about opportunities for students in Food Science and toured some of their lab spaces

*toured the Veterinary School

*finished the day at the UT Creamery where we enjoyed some delicious ice cream

09/23/2026

Texas FFA members pick up useful and sometimes unexpected skills that can stick with them for life. From practical, hands-on abilities to communication, leadership and problem-solving, there’s always something interesting to learn.

What’s one skill you learned through FFA that you never expected?

09/17/2026

Day 2026 was a success! Students learned about Agriculture Education as a career option through performing a series for tasks to “Breakout” of the ordinary.

09/15/2026

Small Animal Science classes have been developing their own pet treats. Students worked in groups to write their own recipes, step by step instructions, equipment list, and packaging methodology. They researched pet safe ingredients and nutritional values. Today they made the recipes so the treats can be donated later this week.

09/01/2026

Loan Officer, Johnathan Mingle was a guest judge today in Mrs. Shaffer's class at Rhea County High School for for their annual dog show.

09/01/2026

The dogs were out in force today for our annual Small Animal Science Dog Show! Thank you to Johnathan Mingle with River Valley AgCredit and Paige Beaulieu with Bark Pouch Dog Treats for serving as our judges.

08/31/2026

Wise words from a fellow Tennessean …

Don't forget that only a few things truly matter. 💙

07/16/2026

Attention Tennessee high school students!

Interested in forestry, wildlife or working outdoors? Apply now for the 2026 Forestry Jobs Camp, an immersive, overnight experience at Natchez Trace State Park and Forest.

📅 Sept. 13 - 15, 2026
📍 Natchez Trace State Park and Forest
💰 Free to attend
👥 Open to all Tennessee high school students

Students will explore forest ecosystems, experience wildland fire concepts first hand, learn how trees are grown and managed, tour a sawmill and active logging site, connect with forestry professionals and discover careers in logging, land management and wildlife.

Applications are due Aug. 28. Visit www.tnforestry.com/events/2026-jobs-camp to find the application and more details!

07/04/2026

As E. M. Tiffany wrote in the FFA Creed in 1930, “I believe that American agriculture can and will hold true to the best traditions of our national life.”

This Independence Day, we are reminded of the values that unite us: faith, service, freedom, and a commitment to a brighter future. From our Tennessee FFA family to yours, we wish you a safe, joyful, and blessed Independence Day! 🇺🇸