The Versailles FFA is excited to introduce the 2025-2026 Versailles FFA Officer Team, who will lead the chapter with dedication and enthusiasm in the upcoming year:
President: Paige Gehret
Secretary: Greta Broering
Treasurer: Eden Barga
Reporter: Rhylan Broerman
Sentinel: Lucy Schmitmeyer
Student Advisor: Brooke Bergman
Historian: Monica Evers
Parliamentarian: Hank Smith
We wish them the best of luck as they take on their new roles and lead the Versailles FFA to another successful year!
The 2025 American Degree Recipients were recognized at the FFA Banquet on March 10th. The following candidates will receive their degree at the 2025 National FFA Convention! 2025 American FFA Degree Candidates are Zoe Billenstein and Trevor Luthman. Congratulations Zoe and Trevor!
The 2025 State Degree Recipients were recognized at the FFA Banquet on March 10th. The following candidates will receive their degree at the 2025 State FFA Convention! 2025 State FFA Degree Candidates were recognized which includes: Lauren Grogean, Allee Grimme, Josie Pothast, Eden Barga, Brooke Bergman, Paige Gehret, Jayna Luthman, Haley Mescher, Ava May, Shawna Schmitmeyer, Ruthie Smith, and Roger Winner. Congratulations to all!
Also at the banquet on March 10th, the Versailles FFA was pleased to induct former members into the FFA Hall of Fame, recognizing the incredible achievements of the 2023 graduates who each received national FFA recognition. These exceptional individuals include: Laura Wuebker, Luke Winner, Reagan Winner, Mallory York, Noah Shimp, and Hayley Smith. Congratulations to all these individuals for their contributions to the FFA and the agriculture industry!
During the banquet on March 10th, the Versailles FFA proudly awarded the FFA Honorary Degree to individuals who have shown outstanding service and made significant contributions to the chapter. The recipients of this prestigious honor were: Jim Grogean and Family, Olivia Pohlman, Matt and Liz Schmitmeyer (representing The Butcher Block and Smokehouse), and Suzanne Batten! We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all these individuals for their continued dedication and contributions to the FFA, as well as their remarkable achievements in the world of agriculture!
We are pleased to announce the recipients of the scholarships awarded during the Versailles FFA Banquet on March 10th, with the support of the Versailles FFA Alumni.
The Doug and Craig Meier Scholarship, presented to students planning to enter full-time farming or those already farming full-time after graduation, was awarded to Blake Schmitmeyer, Maggie McGlinch, and Lincoln Winner. This scholarship was made possible with the generous support of the Meier family.
Additionally, the Ben Overholser Award, presented by Gail and Josh Overholser with the assistance of SISCO, was awarded to Luke Kaiser and Maggie McGlinch. This award recognizes outstanding individuals who have shown exceptional dedication and passion in agriculture.
Congratulations to all the recipients! Your hard work and commitment to agriculture are truly commendable, and we wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
Photos curtesy of Versailles FFA