Centre FFA members, supporters recognized
By ROWENA PLETT
Staff writer
The annual FFA banquet was held Thursday at Centre High School. Chapter members were recognized for their participation in numerous activities throughout the year, and several scholarships were awarded.
The 2008-09 officers were installed. They are: Nathan Barney, president; Brian Burhoop, vice president; Cole Svoboda, secretary; Tori Marler, reporter; Ben Baker, treasurer; Tanner Brunner, sentinel; Amanda Floyd, StuCo; and Ripley Howard, historian.
The creed speaking award went to Cole Svoboda and Katie Remy.
Ryan Richmond received $100 as the leading fruit salesman. He was followed by Andy Carlson, $75, Seth Stroda, $50, and Brian Burhoop, $25.
Freshman Brian Burhoop received the Star Greenhand award. He has 12 heifers and helps his father harvest wheat and hay.
Andy Carlson was selected as Star Farmer for his work with cattle and crops on the family farm and for neighbors.
Alex Hajek was named Star in Ag Placement. He works on the family farm and in the feedlot, owns 24 cow/calf pairs, and produces feeder calves.
Nellie Hill and Julie Rziha will receive State FFA degrees May 30 at the state convention in Manhattan.
Alfonse Klenda, a 2007 graduate, will receive the State Proficiency award in Diversified Livestock Production.
Other awards
Scholarships
FFA Alumni ($500 each): Julie Rziha, Andy Carlson, Kristine Jirak, Ryan Richmond, Nellie Hill.
Leo S. Jirak: Kristine Jirak.
Cooperative Grain and Supply/Central National Bank/Ag ($3,200): Nellie Hill.
Evancho ($200): Ryan Richmond.
Anonymous Alumni ($500 each): Nellie Hill, Andy Carlson.
Chapter proficiency awards
Tanner Brunner, beef production; equine science; small animal production and care.
Andy Carlson, beef production; grain production.
Rustyn Kerbs, dairy production.
Cassie Spohn, food science and technology.
Brian Burhoop, forage production.
Cole Svoboda, fruit and vegetable production; poultry production.
Tyler Klenda, home and/or community development; swine production.
Katie Remy, landscape management; specialty animal production.
Amanda Floyd, sheep production.
Nellie Hill, turf grass management.
Alfonse Klenda, diversified livestock. Also district and state winner.
Honorary members
Francis and Mary Jirak
Glenn and Sandy Carlson
Randy and Ramona Richmond
