Village Voices - We don't write papers, we build scrapbooks

Josie Korte and Benjamin Vandigo of the Scales Mound FFA Chapter were selected as the Illinois FFA State Proficiency Winners in the areas of Landscape Management and Safety, respectively, on March 26.

Each year, the Illinois FFA recognizes students in 47 project areas for their Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAEs) or work-based learning experiences. Students are evaluated on their agricultural skills and competencies, record keeping and an interview. To be eligible for this state-level award, students must first be selected as winners in their project area at the chapter, sect...