As school began, chatter of FFA arose while they prepared for Rush Week.
According to Jack Horton, president of the FFA, Rush Week is the first full week of school dedicated to “teaching students about the importance of FFA in hopes to inspire premier leadership, personal growth and career development.”
The week includes daily themes that promote activities students enrolled in agriculture classes, will participate in. Monday began with “minute to win it games” while officers and advisor, Brittany Hill, highlight the enjoyment that results from becoming a member.
“Talk Tuesday” involved information sessions from State President Will Aycock; furthermore, Will, a senior from Albertville highschool, exemplified the FFA official dress and expressed the importance of the FFA colors: Blue and Gold.
Wednesday, [Wedne(sae)] highlights supervised agricultural experiences, providing students with a perspectives on agricultural work in their personal lives. Following Monday’s theme, tie-dye Thursday also includes enjoyable activities of FFA. Finally, Friday [(Friyay)], concludes the bustling week with ice cream and an opportunity for students to join the club.
Rush week began as a result of advisor Brittany Hill gaining a position in the Ag department. Although she has only been employed for two years, the agriculture department has significantly become more advanced and involved in FFA programs.
Requirements for membership include enrollment in an agriculture course and a $25 fee.
Jack Horton notes leadership opportunities and community service as personal highlights of FFA, adding that he “hopes the week will inform students on the daily and communal effects of agriculture, inspiring them to join the organization.”