Future Farmers of America elect New Officers
Santa Paula High School
Published: July 24, 2009
Though the summer usually means vacations, time away from school and work, the newly elected FFA Officers have already started working during the summer to prepare for the upcoming school year.
Though the summer usually means vacations, time away from school and work, the newly elected FFA Officers have already started working during the summer to prepare for the upcoming school year. The FFA Officers are the leaders of the agricultural youth organization. In today’s world, people rely on great leaders to forge new paths. Our world today relies on people with the knowledge and skill to lead. For more than 75 years, the FFA has provided quality leadership opportunities that prepare students for the challenging of an ever-changing world. FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership.
President: Kimi Yamamoto
Hello! My name is Kimi Yamamoto, and I am your Chapter President. I am a Senior and this is my fourth year in the Agriculture Science Academy. I am very outgoing, and love to have a good time. I enjoy surfing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, and much more. I live life to the fullest, and try to make a positive impact on people and our environment. I love hearing other’s opinions, and beliefs. I make strong relationships with people, and get to know who they truly are. Get ready for a year like no other! “Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.” -Barack Obama.
Vice President: Katie Gialketsis
Why hello! My name is Kathryn Gialketsis, or just Katie for short, and I am the Santa Paula Chapter Vice-President. This is my third and final year in the Agriculture Science Academy since I am a Senior. I love Santa Paula High School and am involved in just about everything, including ASB, volleyball, soccer, track, National Honors Society, and about five other clubs on campus. I truly enjoy working with others and getting people involved. It is always my pleasure to make others happy and successful. I am one of those people that may not be very loud, but I work hard to lead by example. I am not afraid to color outside of the lines and would love to help you become successful in whatever you like. Get ready for a fun filled year!
Secretary: Daniella Oliva
Hi! My name is Daniella Oliva, I am your Chapter Secretary. This is my third year in the Agriculture Science Academy and it has changed my life for the better. I have really enjoyed competing on the Vegetable Judging Team this past year & travel throughout the State to the different competitions. This year, our vegetable judging team has high expectations and we hope to do well at the State competition. I have also raised lambs for the last two years, which has taught me to be responsible and learn about animal agriculture. I look forward to helping you get involved and develop your leadership skills.
Treasurer: Talon Smith
Hi, I’m Talon Smilth. I am a Junior at SPHS and this is my second year in FFA. Last year, I found my niche as a participant in the vegetable judging team. It has been a great experience, and I hope to excel in it this year as well as in other competitions. Along with activities in FFA, I also love busting heads out on the football field as an offensive lineman. Playing my guitar and piano are also some hobbies I enjoy spending my time doing. I hope the FFA becomes one of your passions in your life as it is in mine. Have fun this year!
Reporter: Juliet Wilson
Hey! My name is Juliet Wilson, and this is my third year in the Agriculture Science Academy; I’m proud to call myself your 2009-2010 Chapter Reporter. Outside of the FFA, I’m very involved in academics & band, and the commitment I learned through the agriculture program has definitely helped me in other areas of my life. Vegetable judging is what I do: the contests are intense, but I love participating in them. You’ll generally find me with a camera in hand at any FFA activity, so be on the lookout. Get ready for a great year, Santa Paula!
Sentinel: Becky Smith
Hello there! My name is Becky Smith and I am proudly serving as your 2009-2010 Sentinel! This is my fourth year in FFA, and I have loved every minute of it. Through FFA I have learned leadership, determination and confidence. Being your Sentinel this year, I feel as if it is my duty to teach the members these strengths. This year I promise to keep you all entertained, excited about FFA, and to have the best year yet!
Advisor: Mr. Alex Flores
I have one of the best jobs in the world because I try to make a difference in my student’s lives just as my teacher’s did while I was in school. School never came easy for me - actually I hated school but what kept me in it was my high school agriculture program, sports, and my family. Though my family isn’t an agricultural family nor do I own thousands of acres of cattle or avocados - I started my agriculture career in high school. I raised chickens, lambs and steers, for my projects, which helped fuel my love for livestock production and agriculture. I graduated from Buena Park High School located in Orange County and attended Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. I earned my Bachelor’s Degree, Teaching Credential and Master’s Degree from Cal Poly (not bad for someone who hated school). Don’t get me wrong, I went through the most challenging times while going through college but look at me now...... I have the choice to do what I love and get paid for it! I will be completing my 10th year as a high school agriculture teacher and my 7th year at Santa Paula. Now if this isn’t success, I don’t know what is. I challenge you to work hard, take risks, and get involved - it’s the only way you’ll make it!
The California FFA Association founded in 1928 now serves over 63,000 members in California high schools. Its mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students be developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.
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