South Dakota FFA Updates

• Caroline Hansen, Leadership & Program Manager
• caroline.hansen@sdaged.org
• 605-380-7308
• Wyatt DeJong, Executive Secretary
• wyatt.dejong@sdaged.org
• 605-842-5683
• Mercedes Snedeker, State Advisor
• mercedes.snedeker@state.sd.us
• 605-295-4446

• June 1: State Deadline for American STARs/Honorary American and Distinguished Service
• June 15: State Deadline for National applications for Agriscience, Proficiencies and National Chapter

All State Convention updates can be found at this link: https://app.smore.com/n/d1b5n

Please bookmark this as we will be updating it to include changes so you have 1 place to go for State Convention information!

Below you will find the invitation for the Teach Ag Signing Day which will take place at State Convention. Please encourage any graduating seniors or college freshmen who are planning to enroll in Agricultural Education to complete the survey to be recognized on Monday, April 20th during the Convention Pre-Session. All the information for this can be found below. Please have students scan the QR code or click the link on the attachment to sign up. Questions can be directed to josh.christiansen@k12.sd.us.

The 2027 State FFA Convention will be held April 18-20, 2027.

Application Deadline Approaching for Next Gen: Animal Systems

Do you have students interested in pursuing a career in animal systems? Next Gen: Animal Systems will be held in Kansas City, Sept. 15-19, and provides an opportunity for them to explore pathways through informational sessions, industry roundtables and tours. Applications for Next Gen: Animal Systems are due April 15. Apply today!

2026 National FFA Week Brief

We surveyed FFA advisors about the activities FFA members hosted and participated in during 2026 National FFA Week. We compiled this report, highlighting examples of FFA Week activities, the National FFA Officer team’s travels, Give FFA Day, and resources available for planning an engaging National FFA Week experience.