The Winfield- Mt. Union Crooked Creek FFA Chapter is celebrating National FFA Week with a full slate of activities and sharing information about why FFA makes such an impact in their lives.
Members of the Winfield-Mount Union Ag and Crooked Creek FFA Chapter are taking part in themed dress-up days:
- Monday – Pajama Day
- Tuesday – Blue & Gold Day
- Wednesday – Jersey Day
- Thursday – Hat Day
- Friday – Flannel Day
The celebration highlights the impact of agricultural education and leadership development through FFA. Members build public speaking skills, explore more than 250 career paths in agriculture, compete in judging events, earn scholarship opportunities, serve the community, and advocate for agriculture. Students interested in joining are encouraged to speak with a current Crooked Creek FFA member to learn more.
The week of celebration also comes on the heels of sub-district competition, where Crooked Creek FFA members posted impressive results.
In the Discovery Test, Jake Cummings placed 14th and earned a Silver rating, while Layton Carroll finished 17th, also earning Silver.
In the Greenhand Test, Baylie Heacock brought home 2nd Place with a Gold rating.
Abigail Loyd competed in Individual Ag Sales and placed 6th, earning Bronze honors.
Katie Miller earned 4th Place and a Gold rating in the Job Interview contest.
And in Creed Speaking, Tate Beard captured 2nd Place with a Gold rating and will advance to District competition on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Cedar Rapids Prairie.
Happy National FFA Week to Winfield-Mount Union and the Crooked Creek FFA Chapter.