07/24/2026
Some of our officers have been very busy this summer with conferences to enhance their personal and professional skills!
Kyker Johnston and Kayla Patterson were selected by Roane County Farm Bureau to attend the Tennessee Leadership Summit at the Herbert College of Agriculture. Throughout the week, they toured the campus of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, attended workshops, met with industry professionals, developed better leadership, met Smokey XII, learned what it means to be a Torchbearer, made new friendships, participated in team-building activities, and completed a Food Sustainability Project!
From Kayla and Kyker: “We loved learning the different aspects of becoming a leader, and how people show leadership in different ways. We were able to reconnect with members from across the state that we’ve met through other FFA conventions and conferences, as well as make so many new friends! We are so grateful for this opportunity and have gained valuable skills that we will carry for a lifetime. We want to thank Farm Bureau for sponsoring us and making it possible for us to have this amazing experience!”
Millie Bacon attended the summer Engineering Camp at Tennessee Tech. During this camp, students to learn about engineering, computing and engineering through engaging in hands-on projects related to the top engineering and computing fields, taught by TN Tech faculty members. Students worked directly with industry leaders and tour and experiment in state-of-the-art laboratories. Camp participants are also mentored by current Tennessee Tech students and learn what it means to be an engineering student.
By the end of this camp, students will have gained in-depth knowledge about the seven engineering and computing programs at Tennessee Tech.
From Millie: “I was so overjoyed at the opportunity to attend the TN Tech engineering camp/conference. We got to participate in real life mini projects in multiple fields of engineering. I had a great time making new friends and exploring the beautiful campus.”