05/13/2026
Grandfield FFA finished out the 2026 school year with a huge bang.
Twenty-one FFA members attended the 100th Anniversary of the Oklahoma FFA State Convention in Tulsa. Along the way, members enjoyed stops at Express Ranch, Topgolf, and Roosevelt’s before convention activities officially began. Convention kicked off with excitement and enthusiasm from the state officers as members attended all three sessions on the first day and wrapped up the evening at the Tuesday night concert which was the Great Divide. Students also participated in workshops and delegate voting throughout the next day.
A special congratulations goes to Landry Hunt for representing the chapter by placing third in the state proficiency award competition. During the final session, Abby Whittington, London Franco, Landry Hunt, Braden Garlington, and Cooper Henson represented our chapter on stage as they proudly received the Oklahoma State FFA Degree.
On Monday evening, 55 members and more than 100 guests attended the Grandfield FFA Banquet. We were honored to begin the evening with guest speaker Chairman Caldwell, who shared an inspiring message about the importance of FFA and the impact it has on preparing students for leadership, responsibility, and success in the real world.
The officer team awarded 13 Discovery Degrees, with Natalie Wood receiving the Star Discovery Award. Thirteen Greenhand Degrees were awarded, with Lici Daniels named Star Greenhand. Twelve Chapter FFA Degrees were presented, and Bailee Ferguson earned the Star Chapter Award.
Several members were also recognized with scholarships, leadership awards, and sales achievements. London Franco received a scholarship from the Rose Garden Club. Cooper Henson and Landry Hunt each received scholarships from the Ag Boosters, while Landry Hunt also received the Terral-Tatum Scholarship. Leadership awards were presented to Lexi Baker, Bailee Ferguson, London Franco, and Braden Garlington.
Jayda Hull and London Franco were also recognized as the chapter’s top Blue & Gold salesmen for their outstanding fundraising efforts.
Members were also recognized for their accomplishments throughout the year, including:
* 22 members in public speaking
* 32 members in ag mechanics
* 5 members in shooting sports
* 41 members in leadership activities
* 18 livestock exhibitors
Distinguished Service Awards were presented to Tisha Henson and Ryan Hunt for their continued support and dedication to the chapter.
The Class of 2026 officially retired their jackets following a heartfelt retiring address from Cooper Henson. The evening concluded with the installation of the 2026-2027 officer team:
* President — Lexi Baker
* Vice President — Aubrey Hunt
* Secretary — Serenity Hammond
* Reporter — Kaselyn Cruthird
* Treasurer — Acelyn Wood
* Sentinel — Bailee Ferguson
Upcoming events for Grandfield FFA include a plant sale. Grandfield FFA members will be set up at the Summer Market in Frederick from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and the greenhouse will also be open from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Come out and support our students while shopping for flowers and plants.
