Prior to this school year, the Camden Central School District hired a new agriculture educator, Ms. Erin Curtis, to teach high school level classes and advise that building’s FFA chapter. Since the beginning of the school year, she has hit the ground running while keeping her students moving forward through various events.
The group started the year with a trip to SUNY Cobleskill’s “High School Days” where FFA members competed in various agricultural career events such as the K-9 and Tree ID competition. Students also spent time touring the beautiful campus known for its agriculture programs. Coincidentally, it’s also where Ms. Curtis received her degree!
In October, the high school FFA members were fortunate to meet with the New York State FFA Officers at Tim’s Pumpkin Patch, a popular autumn agritourism destination just outside of Syracuse. The membership had the opportunity to speak 1-on-1 with the organization’s leaders in the state, and in the process, they left empowered and motivated to become the best version of themselves while elevating the FFA chapter and the Camden community.
High school FFA officers also attended COLT this Fall. The COLT (Chapter Officer Leadership Training) program is hosted by Cornell University and the NYS FFA Organization. The officers participated in leadership workshops to grow personally for the betterment of their chapter.
