FFA Wildlife Team

Recently the Fannin County High School FFA wildlife team placed 16th in the Area I Career Development Event. Team Members consisted of Patrick Connor, Noah Hess, Kiaya Jones, Levi Pierce, and Shelby Pierce. The competition was held at Pickens County High School and there were 30 teams in the competition from Area I.

The Wildlife CDE is designed to promote wildlife management to students. Students are expected to demonstrate skills based on their instruction in wildlife management courses, including wildlife management, forestry, and natural resource management. The contest includes team and individual portions, including identification and exams. The Fannin County FFA Advisor is Cherie White

FFA is a national organization of over 600,000 members, with more than 39,000 student members in Georgia preparing for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. FFA is an integral part of the agricultural education program in public schools. The FFA mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.

Picture from left to right: Levi Pierce, Noah Hess, Patrick Connor, Kiaya Jones, and Shelby Pierce