Two State FFA Degrees earned within Gibbon FFA Chapter

By Andrea Montanez, Gibbon FFA Chapter vice president, and Cove Fries, Gibbon FFA Chapter secretary
Sep 17, 2026
2 hrs ago

Gibbon FFA 1.jpeg — 2026 seniors Keaton Heikkinen and Giovanni Ramirez were the first two Gibbon FFA members to earn their State FFA Degrees.
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By Andrea Montanez, Gibbon FFA Chapter vice president, and Cove Fries, Gibbon FFA Chapter secretary

As the 2026-2027 school year kicks off, the momentum in our Gibbon FFA Chapter is higher than ever. Our members are getting back into their Supervised Agricultural Experiences (SAE), studying for contests and earning degrees. Each member is diligently working toward success and striving to earn their next FFA degree. Reflecting on last year, it’s clear that our chapter’s dedication and hard work are paying off in many ways.

Gibbon FFA 2.JPG — Gibbon FFA members Cove and Nora Fries showed hogs at the county fair, demonstrating their SAE projects.
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Gibbon FFA 3.jpg — 2026-2027 Gibbon FFA Chapter officer team
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