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FFA

FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.

 

FFA chapter members 2023

 

The Eastwood FFA chapter is the student organization arm of our agricultural education program and is part of the National FFA Organization. There are more than 450,000 FFA members throughout the United States, with 326 chapters and 27,000+ members in Ohio. FFA members prepare for careers in the science, business, and technology of agriculture through a variety of programs and events.  

Eastwood FFA members coordinate and host many activities throughout the year, including:

  • Babyland at the Wood County Fair
  • The annual chicken barbecue in the fall
  • Teaching our 4th graders about agriculture at Food For America in the spring
  • Teaching our 5th graders about agricultural safety at Farm Safety Day in the spring
  • Participating in various leadership and agricultural based Career Development Events throughout the year
  • Attending various leadership conventions and workshops throughout the year
  • Participating in various community events throughout the year
FFA activity

FFA related courses offered at EHS:

  • Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (Ag Science 1)
  • Animal and Plant Science (Ag Science 2)
  • Livestock Selection, Nutrition, and Management (Ag Science 3)
  • Business Management for Agricultural and Environmental Systems (Ag Business/Ag 4)

Eastwood High School Agricultural Education Instructor and FFA Advisor - Jerry Swartz
4900 Sugar Ridge Road
Pemberville, Ohio 43450
jswartz@eastwoodschools.org
Phone: 419-833-3611 ext. 444