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Marengo FFA presents awards

Marengo FFA

Jun. 9, 2025 11:02 am

Abby Sparrowgrove and Carli Kanke
Abby Sparrowgrove and Carli Kanke (Submitted photo)

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Marengo FFA Chapter Officers conducted their annual awards program Sunday, April 27.

Under the leadership of Master of Ceremonies Carli Kanke, the chapter celebrated the achievements of its members and honored their hard work and dedication throughout the year.

The keynote speaker was Chloe Zittergruen, the 2025—2026 Iowa FFA President. Chloe reflected on her journey through FFA and the impact it has had on her life. She shared how the values and lessons she learned through FFA continue to guide her as she pursues her degree at Iowa State University.

Brahn Hawkins, Carter Koenig and Derek Sherman
Brahn Hawkins, Carter Koenig and Derek Sherman (Submitted photo)

Chloe encouraged members to get involved and try out new activities, emphasizing the opportunities and personal growth that come from stepping outside of their comfort zones.

Members were recognized for their accomplishments and presented with award pins in Leadership Development Events, Career Development Events and Personal Development Conferences.

Greenhand Degree recipients (first-year members) and Chapter FFA Degree recipients (second-year members) were honored with their membership pins. Greenhand member Patrick Peach presented the FFA Creed.

Kathryn Kilgard, Myla Frimml, and Abby Sparrowgrove presented the Program of Activities, highlighting the chapter's achievements and future goals.

Star Discovery Award: Landon Kilgard

Marengo FFA State Proficiency winners: Carter Koenig, Kathryn Kilgard, Myla Frimml, Shayla Helgeson, Avary Helmricks, Abby Sparrowgrove, Alannah McKibben and Carli Kanke
Marengo FFA State Proficiency winners: Carter Koenig, Kathryn Kilgard, Myla Frimml, Shayla Helgeson, Avary Helmricks, Abby Sparrowgrove, Alannah McKibben and Carli Kanke. (Submitted photo)

Honoraries: Brook Mangold, Ryker Helmrichs, William Bowshier

Star Greenhand Award: Carter Koenig

Honoraries: Brahn Hawkins and Derek Sherman

Star Chapter Award: Alannah McKibben

Honoraries: Claire Smolik and Jackson Slaymaker

Katrina Truempler receives the Blue and Gold award.
Katrina Truempler receives the Blue and Gold award. (Submitted photo)

State Proficiency Winners: Abby Sparrowgrove, Kathryn Kilgard, Avery Helmrichs, Stella Sayers, Carter Koenig, Myla Frimml, Shayla Helgeson, Alannah McKibben, Carli Kanke

Iowa Degree Recipients: seven third- and fourth-year members were recognized for earning their Iowa FFA Degrees.

Top Fruit Sales Honors:

Grade-Level Top Salespersons recognized

Overall Top Salesperson- Rhianna Barnes

State Fair Grandstand and Free Stage Usher Pins were given for their services.

Academic Excellence Awards: Claire Smolik, Asher Stubblefield and Jackson Slaymaker

Marengo FFA Star Chapter Award winner Alannah McKibben center and honoraries Claire Smolik, left, and Jackson Slaymaker.
Marengo FFA Star Chapter Award winner Alannah McKibben, center, is flanked by honoraries Claire Smolik, left, and Jackson Slaymaker. (Submitted photo)

Honorary FFA Degree: Amber Roberts

Blue and Gold Award: Katrina Truempler
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