Local FFA members earn coveted American Degree

(INDIANAPOLIS) – Several local FFA members were awarded the highest degree available through the organization this weekend. 

The American FFA Degree is reserved for high school graduates who have received a State FFA Degree, hold active membership, completed secondary instruction in an ag education program and have worked in an agriculture-related field. 

Approximately only 1% of all FFA members earn the American FFA Degree. Less than 6,000 nationwide were awarded this year and here’s some local recipients: 

North Decatur 

Arden Muckerheide

South Dearborn

Ellie Shuter 

Batesville

Leanne Ludwig

Milan

Joshua Fryman

Rushville

Jenna Lawler 

Brittany Mahan

Jennings County

Lily Sloan

Hope

Willa Wetzel 

Kaleb Crowder

Shelbyville 

Morgan Justus