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We are excited to highlight the Central Trail FFA, which boasts 112 members, including 10 out-of-school members, 76 high school students, and 26 middle school members.
These members demonstrate their pride in our chapter through active participation in agriculture classes and support for the CD Livestock Facility and CD Greenhouse. They develop valuable skills by competing in Leadership Development Events (LDE), Career Development Events (CDE), and various judging competitions throughout the year. Additionally, they share their agricultural knowledge through programs like Food for America and Agriculture Awareness Day. Their commitment to the community is evident through their involvement in events such as hosting Leon Noel, assisting at the Decatur County Fair, and volunteering at numerous other activities. These members are part of the FFA because of their passion for agriculture and their dedication to advocating for this essential industry that sustains our world.
Shown in Central Trail FFA Picture:
Ms. Rosa Sondag-Advisor, Bianca Swartz-Parliamentarian, Austin Jensen-Sentinel, Quinn Kernen-Vice President, Adeline Stone-President, Megan Young-Secretary, Cortlynn Cook-Reporter, Mrs. Ashley Dittmer-Assistant Advisor
Mason Allen, Anden Hall-Treasurer, Leighanna Bundt-Treasurer, Morgan Buckingham-Sentinel, Mildred Waugh-Secretary, Piper Teel-Treasurer, Olivia Saylor-Vice President, Jamahl Campbell, Macson Lindsey
Gus Oesch, Karmyn Teel, Madison Horton, Finley Sullivan, Lakyn Mundy, Landi Leeper, Izabelle Patterson, Jordan Dittmer, Aidyn Marvin, Lilyan Luckey, Cole Cline, Teegun Davis, Krey Hunt
Makenna Perkins, Bella Boyce, Rilee Alley, Morgan Havlik, Aubri Perkins, Lola Helton, Soiyer Smith, Taylor Leahy, Aubrey Adams, Levi Cook, Cutter Frisbie
Tommy Forkner, Bryse Auxier, Grant Oesch, Kendall Hatfield, Blaine Buckingham, Bailey Wallace, Riley Benda, Kamryn Jones, Kat Mothershead, Bailey Dittmer
Gage Hullinger, Brody Fuqua, Aiden Vargas, Cadence Smith
Not Pictured: Jeffrey Richards, Wade Hill, Lane Leeper, AJ Moore, Kaycee Boyce, Abigail Leahy, Blake Boyd, Cooper Horton, Payton Bragg, Angel Easton, Damien Easton, Renata Coria, Kason Cowden, Coby Martin, Gage Pierson, Miracle Stansbery, Braeden Thomas, Nathan Williams, Ocean Mathis, Grace Leahy, Piper Helton
Shown in Central Trail Middle School FFA Picture:
Avery Redman, Carter Hall, Bentley Thomas, Milo Amsberry, Luke Saylor, Layla Hanthorn
Bentley Jones, Harper Vinson, Hattie Rash, Aubreigh Henke-Noel, Gracie Richardson
Bentley Hearron, Ajae Mendenhall, Slater Keeney, Matthew Easton, Jerzee Schnick, Emery Campbell
Adrian Wilson, Kinlee Allen, Sadie Buckingham
Not Pictured: Gibson Graham, Lily Canavan, Makalia Alderman, Tucker Gregg, Myrie Henry, Jackson Ray, Natalie Nall … See MoreSee Less

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On Fridays, our kindergarten and second grade students team up to be reading buddies with each other. Through this partnership, students are becoming great mentors and increasing their reading abilities. … See MoreSee Less

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Here are some important links for the week.

Spring Sports Apparel(store closes Thursday): bsnteamsports.com/shop/CDGT25

The CD Drama Department will present "This Murder Was Staged" April 4-6. Tickets are on sale now at this link: www.gobound.com/ia/schools/centraldecatur/tickets

Cardinal Track & Field Club signup is open for students in grades 1-6 wanting to participate. Signup/details at the link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeCjI1r_T5lAFxWkkZ4bovWH8vZ5tZAWIibw8NczENA3Fd_XA/viewform

Interested in contributing to the CD Weight Room Renovation Project? Information is at the link: docs.google.com/document/d/16XECDQV8e7D6Sxupvd88QOxW4pXrweH5Sflbf4gKVfc/edit?

Looking for a fun night out? The CD Athletic Booster Club and CD Performing Arts Boosters are teaming up for a Trivia Night on April 26. Signup at the link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5s-sAnaa3X55RgiaXSjmxJxcU5uKdxgAw8v78yQaJxTFXUw/viewform … See MoreSee Less

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A great set of FFA members traveled to the South Central District FFA Convention to compete against FFA members from across the district in Leadership Development Events! We are excited for all of our members who reached goals, grew in their leadership skills, and faced some fears! It was a great day for our members and we wish those moving on to the Iowa FFA Convention the best of luck!!
🏆 CONGRATULATIONS! Addy Stone; Agriculture Sales, Gold Rating, Advance to State Competition
🏆 CONGRATULATIONS! Zoey Hamilton; Prepared Public Speaking, Gold Rating, Advance to State Competition
🏆 CONGRATULATIONS! Ag CSI Team; Layla Hanthorn, Ajae Mendenhall, Luke Saylor, Matthew Easton, and Gibson Graham; Gold Rating, Advance to State Competition
🏆 CONGRATULATIONS! Secretary’s Book; Mili Waugh and Piper Teel; Gold Rating, Alternate to State Competition
🏆 CONGRATULATIONS! Jordan Dittmer, FFA Creed Speaking, Silver Rating
🏆 CONGRATULATIONS! Renata Coria Toledo, Spanish Creed, 3rd Place
🏆 CONGRATULATIONS! Reporter’s Scrapbook; Cortlynn Cook and Megan Young; Silver Rating
🏆 CONGRATULATIONS! Treasurer’s Book; Leighanna Bundt and Anden Hall, Participation Rating
Chapter Quiz Results have not been released; Megan Young, Cortlynn Cook, Austin Jensen, Mili Waugh, Piper Teel, Morgan Buckingham, Riley Benda, Bianca Swartz
Greenhand Quiz Results have not been released; Kendall Hatfield, Cole Cline, and Bryse Auxier
Discovery Quiz Results have not been released; Ajae Mendenhall and Gibson Graham (not pictured)
🌟 Thanks to our Chapter Delegates Cadence Smith and Olivia Saylor for representing the Central Trail FFA in the South Central District FFA Delegate Session. They were able to participate in planning for events in the upcoming year and complete the election of the 2025-2026 South Central District FFA Officer Team! … See MoreSee Less

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Agriculture students enrolled in Animal Science traveled to the South Elementary to participate in Read Across Iowa. These students read My Family’s Apple Farm, Farmer Eva’s Green Garden Life, The Vegetables We Eat, and Strawberries to Jam to the PreSchool-2nd Grade. They also assisted the elementary students in planting celery and lettuce seeds. These students were also excited to present the South Elementary Library with the books that they received from Read Across Iowa. We would like to thank Mrs. Durrow, Mrs. Clark, Mrs. Hamilton, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Casey, Mrs. Sinclair, Ms. Staback, Mrs. Marvin, Ms. Lindsey, and Mrs. Hanthorn for allowing us into their classrooms, and would also like to thank Mrs. Whittington for supporting the agriculture program in sharing the story of agriculture. The Read Across Iowa initiative supported us in hosting this event by providing books and seeds!
Read Across Iowa is organized as a collaborative effort between the Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach, and Iowa 4-H. Some books and materials were provided by generous funds from the Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship, Iowa Space Grant Consortium, Iowa State University Department of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Casey’s General Stores, and other partners of the Iowa Agriculture Literacy Foundation.
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