PA Association of Ag Ed

💙✨ INTRODUCING THE 2026–2027 PENNSYLVANIA FFA STATE OFFICER TEAM! ✨💙

Today, the Bryce Jordan Center erupted with energy as our newly elected State Officers took the stage for the very first time. After months of preparation, interviews, and leadership development, these incredible members are ready to step into a year of service, growth, and impact.

🌟 This team represents the best of Pennsylvania FFA—passion, purpose, and a commitment to leading our association Beyond Our Limits. Each officer brings unique strengths, powerful stories, and a shared dedication to supporting members across the Commonwealth.

🙌 Join us in celebrating and welcoming the 2026–2027 State Officer Team! We can’t wait to watch them inspire classrooms, connect with chapters, and champion agricultural education all year long.

The journey starts now—and it’s going to be unforgettable.

📺 Can’t make it to Penn State for the 97th Pennsylvania FFA State Convention?

We’ve got you covered.

Join us virtually as we celebrate the accomplishments of Pennsylvania FFA members, recognize outstanding achievements, hear from inspiring speakers, and welcome the next generation of leaders.

🎥 Scan the QR code to access the official livestream and follow along throughout convention.

The first general session begins Tuesday, June 9 at 7:00 p.m.

We can’t wait to share this experience with you!

PAAE is looking for their next Executive Secretary. Please see the items below from PAAE for the Executive Secretary Position.

Questions should be directed to Krista Pontius by calling 717-385-6015 or sending an email to [email protected]

Executive Secretary Position Purpose to PAAE membership (Per PAAE Bylaws)

The Executive Secretary shall keep full and accurate records of all business proceedings in meetings of the Executive Committee, Executive Board, and Annual Business Meetings and shall have the minutes of these meetings made available to all members. He/she shall also serve as membership secretary for the Association and report to the Executive Board. He/she shall also perform such duties as the Executive Board may designate.

Applications will be accepted until Friday, June 5th at 5:00 PM EDT via this submission form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfI_96WF2n4Nsk32xsvkNoMU19aw_nsYg-BALtWEWawhA898g/viewform

Position Announcement: https://docs.google.com/document/d/136hgZT_hHTeFX_J-aZzmBDgVspmgEm60/edit

Job Description:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EAb8e3phpVljTT0460lyfcZ6UlSmlFOd/edit

Spring Highlights!

We’ve seen some great participation in the Run Across PA Challenge over the past several weeks. Ag teachers from across the state have been logging their miles.

Check out a couple of our PAAE members who have been hitting the trail as part of the challenge!

PAAE sends our deepest sympathies for the loss of Taryn Morgan, agriculture teacher and FFA Advisor at Upper Dauphin Area HS.

May her family, colleagues, students, friends, and community feel the love and support of us all through this most terrible tragedy.

If you wish to support, the UDA Greenhouse will be open tomorrow. All proceeds will be donated to Taryn's children and family.

We hope you can join us for the PAAE Summer Conference!

Regular registration closes on Friday, May 15. Registrations submitted after this date will be charged an additional $100. No registrations will be accepted after June 1st.

Visit the conference page to learn more about the conference and access the registration link. https://paffa.org/paae-summer-conference

We hope you are able to join us!

Sign up today for NAAE’s virtual book club.

Join us this summer for the NAAE Virtual Book Club as we read Atomic Habits by James Clear!

No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving—every day. James Clear, one of the world's leading experts on habit formation, reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results.

Atomic Habits will reshape the way you think about progress and success, and give you the tools and strategies you need to transform your habits—whether you are a team looking to win a championship, an organization hoping to redefine an industry, or simply an individual who wishes to quit smoking, lose weight, reduce stress, or achieve any other goal.

Registration for the NAAE Virtual Book Club is open! Learn more by visiting our website! ➡️ www.naae.org/bookclub

We are excited to announce our 2026 PAAE State Award Recipients!

These outstanding teachers, programs, and organizations are being recognized for their accomplishments and service to the great agricultural education community.

Our state award recipients will advance to compete for the National Association of Agricultural Educators Region VI Awards in their respective award categories.

Please join us in congratulating these state award winners!

The Pennsylvania FFA Association is hiring!!

The Pennsylvania FFA community is growing, and we’re excited to announce that we are searching for an Assistant Executive Director. This role plays a key part in supporting our members, advisors, and statewide programs — and we’re looking for someone who shares our passion for developing the next generation of agricultural leaders.

If you feel called to serve, we’d love to learn more about you. Please send:

Your résumé, a short video introduction telling us who you are, what drives you, and why you want to be part of the PA FFA team.

Submit materials to [email protected]

We can’t wait to hear your story.

We are excited to announce our PAAE Regional Award Winners!

These outstanding teachers and programs are being recognized for their accomplishments and service within agricultural education. All regional winners were under consideration to be recognized as our state winner in their respective award categories. Our state winners in these categories, as well as Outstanding Service and Visionary Impact, will be announced early next month.

Please join us in congratulating these regional award winners!