As we approach the start of another academic year at Tyrone Area High School, we would like to extend an invitation for you to consider sponsoring our annual Tyrone Area FFA Fun Clay Shoot. Our chapter depends on fundraising efforts to facilitate activities that provide substantial benefits to our members, community organizations, and students throughout our school district. Your sponsorship would be instrumental in advancing these initiatives. The funds raised from this event empower our 73 chapter members to engage in a variety of leadership conferences, conventions, competitions, and seminars at the local, state, and national levels.
Here are some notable achievements from the past school year that the event helped to facilitate:
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Nine new members attended the Fall Leadership Conference in October.
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Seven members competed in the State AgriScience Competition, with five advancing to the national level.
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Eighteen members participated in the ACES overnight leadership conference in January and February.
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During the State FFA Convention in June, four members of the Livestock Judging Team secured 3rd place in the state, while the FFA Knowledge Team, consisting entirely of freshmen, also achieved 3rd place. Notably, Cassidy Fleck placed 1st individually and Wyatt Walls placed 3rd individually. Additionally, four Floriculture team members earned 4th place in the state, one member ranked in the top 15 for Dairy Cattle Showmanship at the state event, and another served on the State FFA Nominating Committee. Finally, Maverick Fleck represented our chapter by interviewing for a State FFA Officer position.
Other chapter accomplishments included:
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Hosting a school-wide Ag Olympics in August 2023 to foster community spirit.
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Seventeen students received their FFA jackets.
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Four FFA members were approved for their American FFA Degrees.
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Four FFA members received their Keystone FFA Degrees at the Pennsylvania Farm Show.
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Twenty-six members attained their Greenhand FFA Degrees in April.
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Thirteen members received their Chapter FFA Degrees in April.
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Over 925 hours of community service were documented by members throughout the year.
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An impressive 97% of high school members will exhibit their projects at the Huntingdon County Fair.
As the chairpersons of this event, it is uplifting to witness our members preparing for another dynamic and enriching year. Achieving our goals necessitates ongoing fundraising efforts to ensure all members can access the diverse opportunities offered by the FFA. We remain committed to serving our community, particularly those in need of assistance. Regarding leadership and career development, we aim to adhere to our Program of Activities (POA) to achieve gold-level ranking and aspire to be recognized among the top 10 innovative FFA chapters in the nation.
We are excited to announce that the annual Tyrone Area FFA Clay Shoot is scheduled for Sunday, October 13, 2024, at the Warriors Mark Wingshooting Lodge and Kennels facilities. To ensure your company is featured on the t-shirts distributed to all participants, sponsors, and FFA members working the event, please submit your information to the address below by September 24. Enclosed, you will find the sponsorship form and sponsor’s participant registration form. We hope you will consider supporting us this year.
The realization of our aspirations hinges on the unwavering support and dedication of community members and businesses like yours. We encourage you to share this event with employees, friends, and fellow community members—an enjoyable day of clay shooting awaits.
We appreciate your attention to our chapter and encourage you to consider supporting our Agricultural Education Program. Your investment will significantly enhance our lives and benefit the community. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to our Agricultural Educator, Tiffany Hoy, at tmhoy@tasd.us or by phone at 814-684-4240 ext. 3131.
Sincerely,
Nora Hoy Paige Hoy
2024-25 Chapter President 2024-25 Chapter Secretary
Tyrone Area FFA Tyrone Area FFA