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There is something special about walking into a school wearing a blue jacket.<\/span><\/p>\n

Every chapter visit is different. Different buildings. Different students. Different advisors. But the heartbeat is always the same: agriculture, opportunity, and people who care deeply about their students.<\/span><\/p>\n

Over the past several weeks, the team and I have been visiting with different chapters across the state of Indiana. I have had the opportunity to visit Indian Creek, Corydon Central, Crawford County, Paoli, Woodlan, and Lakeland FFA, and each stop has reminded me why this organization is so powerful.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Indian Creek, Mr. Dunn and Mrs. Ulrich demonstrated flexibility and commitment to their students. Even with a busy schedule, their willingness to combine classes and encourage collaboration between middle and high school students showed intentional leadership in action.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Corydon Central, I was reminded that leadership is often built in small moments. Whether it was facilitating teamwork conversations, helping Brayden with homework, or playing chess with Kyler, those one-on-one interactions reinforced how strong relationships create strong programs.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Crawford County, Mr. Howell and his students made the day one I won\u2019t forget. Watching welding students push themselves outside their comfort zones was a powerful reminder that growth rarely happens in comfort. The \u201cPasture of Strengths\u201d we created together still sticks with me as a visual reminder that every student brings their own unique strengths to the classroom.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Paoli FFA, their commitment to creating opportunities for students was evident in their swine operation. They provide members with the chance to purchase a quality hog at a great price. Their willingness to invest in hands-on experiences shows how agricultural education can equip students with responsibility, work ethic, and confidence that extends far beyond the barn.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Woodlan FFA, Mrs. Hammon and her members welcomed us with incredible hospitality. Spending time with their officer team over lunch and seeing their willingness to try new things showed me what trueleadership looks like.<\/span><\/p>\n

At Lakeland FFA, Mr. Taylor and Mrs. Bateman opened their classrooms and allowed us to work directly with their students. Their advocacy for agricultural education was evident in every conversation, and I left encouraged by the students’ engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n

Each chapter visit teaches me something new. Sometimes it\u2019s about teamwork. Sometimes it\u2019s about perseverance. Sometimes it\u2019s simply about showing up and being present.<\/span><\/p>\n

What has stood out most is this: the blue jacket may say \u201cAssociation,\u201d but it represents something much bigger than one person. It represents every advisor who stays late. Every student who takes a risk. Every member who steps into a contest, workshop, or leadership role and is unsure of what might happen next.<\/span><\/p>\n

And the journey isn\u2019t over.<\/span><\/p>\n

The team and I are excited for the road ahead, and I\u2019m looking forward to my upcoming visits to Churubusco, Columbia City, Whitko, Warsaw, Shoals, North Daviess, Washington, Gibson Southern, and South Knox. I\u2019m excited to meet new members, hear new stories, and continue learning from the incredible people who make up Indiana FFA.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chapter visits aren\u2019t just about delivering workshops or facilitating activities. They\u2019re about connection. They\u2019re about listening. They\u2019re about reminding students that their strengths matter and that their future in agriculture is full of possibilities.<\/span><\/p>\n

Every time I leave a school, I drive away grateful, grateful for the advisors who pour into their students, the members who engage and ask questions, and the opportunity to serve.<\/span><\/p>\n

Because at the end of the day, it\u2019s never just about the miles traveled.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s about the people met along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n

Always striving,<\/span><\/p>\n

Calvin Myers<\/span><\/p>\n

2025\u20132026 Indiana FFA State Southern Region Vice President<\/span><\/p>\n

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