2022 State Convention Workshop Schedule
April 7, 2022
Workshop Block #1 – 8:00 a.m.
Workshop #1: Value to Values, Cortney Zimmerman, National FFA Officer, Room Shields 104
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- Description: In this workshop, students are able to define what values are important in their life and recognize their own personal value. We will then take our findings and create a plan to help bring value to other’s lives.
Workshop #2: A Growth Mindset – Tate Barhaugh, Alaska FFA, Room Shields 105
- Description: Members will explore the concept of a growth mindset and how to use it as a tool to manage life’s challenges.
Workshop #3: Learning Through Experience – Stetson Urlacher, North Dakota FFA, Room Shields 106
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- Description: How do we take the everyday things we do, and turn it then into knowledge for the future? Members can expect a fun interactive workshop that takes the seemingly obvious and shines onto it new methods.
Workshop #4: Dealing with People you can’t Stand – John Heath from Glanbia, Room Shields 108
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- Description: A work environment has you meeting all kinds of folks from all walks of life. Unfortunately, not all of them are pleasant. In fact, people can turn out to be some of the most unpleasant beings you’ll ever meet. This could make working stressful and downright terrible at times. Using humor and a look into some of those challenging personalities, we will explore how to professionally navigate the workforce.
Workshop #5: Planning for Success – Katie Wallace, Idaho AgCredit Vice President of Human Resources and Branch Manager, Room Shields 109
- Description: Everyone wants to be successful right? Whether you want to be a doctor, a farmer, a teacher or an entrepreneur – you need a plan! Join me for a discussion and an interactive session on the basics of putting together a plan for success. We will touch on the basics of goal setting, budgeting, finances and much more. This workshop will show you the value in putting together a plan and understanding the basics of finance when it comes to planning for a successful future, no matter what your future looks like.
Workshop #6: Becoming a Social Media Advocate – Jessica Anderson, Amalgamated Sugar Public Affairs Manager, Room Shields 113
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- Description: 7% of Americans believe chocolate milk comes from brown cows. 48% of Americans aren’t sure where chocolate milk comes from. While we might just want to shake our heads and laugh, we can’t ignore the fact that society has lost its connection to agriculture. The more people who think that brown eggs are healthier or that organic farms don’t use pesticides, the closer modern agriculture gets to losing access to key technologies and being regulated out of business. However, social media has allowed farmers and ranchers – along with other advocates for agriculture – to reach a larger audience, and make a difference. Come learn about ways you can utilize social media to “advocate” and find the social media tools you need to tell the story of where food comes from.
Workshop Block #2 – 9:00 a.m.
Workshop #1: Value to Values – Cortney Zimmerman, National FFA Officer, Room Shields 105
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- Description: In this workshop, students are able to define what values are important in their life and recognize their own personal value. We will then take our findings and create a plan to help bring value to other’s lives.
Workshop #2: A Growth Mindset – Tate Barhaugh, Alaska FFA, Room Shields 107
- Description: Members will explore the concept of a growth mindset and how to use it as a tool to manage life’s challenges.
Workshop #3: Spark your Vision with the CSI Ag Ambassadors, CSI Ag Ambassador Team, Room Shields 108
- Description: This time of life is full of decisions. Join the CSI Ag Ambassadors to learn about your strengths, choosing a path after highs school, and creating a personal vision statement.
Workshop #4: Energy in Ag – Jake Astorquia, Valley Wide Cooperative Retail Manager, Room Shields 114
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- Description: This workshop will mainly discuss fuels, specifically propane. Propane offers some advantages to growers and operators being an affordable, green, carbon neutral, versatile and renewable energy source.
Workshop #5: Financial and Educational Advice for Future Farmers and Ranchers – Riley Griggin from Northwest Farm Credit Services, Room Shields 118
- Description: This workshop will cover financial metrics including capital and capacity metrics from a lender’s perspective. Learn about educational opportunities for young and beginning farmer and ranchers, as well as how to build a successful operation from the ground up both from a lender’s perspective and a beef producer perspective.
Workshop #6: Careers and Your Energy Future with Idaho Power – Angela Miller from Idaho Power, Room Shields 110
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- Description: It is an exciting time to be a part of shaping the future of energy and technology and Idaho Power is right at the center of the action. We are dedicated to caring for the environment and balancing production of clean hydropower with abundant natural resources. Learn how you could play a vital role in preserving the history of Idaho and the places we call home. From linemen to IT professionals, scientists to financial analysts, biologists and engineers, Idaho Power has something for everyone. Learn about hundreds of career opportunities at Idaho Power and specifically in STEM fields.
Workshop Block #3 – 11:00 a.m.
Workshop #1: The 3 Steps to Developing Any Skill – Josiah Cruikshank, National FFA Officer, Room Shields 103
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- Description: As we pursue career success as FFA members, there are many skills we’ll need to acquire. Regardless of what those skills are, we’ll maximize our potential by learning about and implementing the 3 steps of skill development: Training, repetitions, and gear.
Workshop #2: Servant Leadership – JW Dippold, Oregon FFA, Room Shields 106
- Description: This workshop introduces the importance of servant leadership through two rounds of competition, explores servant leader examples, facilitates conversations about improvement strategies of developing servant leadership, then guides members in setting goals that will guide their growth in a life of servant leadership.
Workshop #3: From FFA to YF&R: How to Stay Involved in Agriculture – Idaho Farm Bureau Federation Committee, Room Shields 208
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- Description: The purpose of the Idaho Farm Bureau Federation (IFBF) Young Farmers and Ranchers (YF&R) Program is to engage and expose members ages 18-35 to leadership roles, educational training, personal development competitions, and networking. Our goal is to prepare our membership for a lifelong effort in strengthening agriculture and protecting the rights, values, and properties of our member families and neighbors.
Workshop #4: Free Money – Making Scholarship Applications (almost) Fun! – Jessica Anderson & Lori Blattner, Idaho FFA Foundation Scholarship Judges, Room Shields 101
- Description: Overwhelmed by the thought of college and how to pay for it? Intimidated by applications and essay questions? This workshop for high school Juniors and Sophomores will walk you through proven strategies to help you shine on scholarship applications. From the basics of where to find available scholarships to tips, tricks and strategies to help you fill out the applications, this workshop will give you a solid plan for success as you head into your Senior year. Please bring a copy of your resume, a list of activities, awards and honors, or your AET login information with you as part of the workshop will include hands on activities to give you a start on filling out an outstanding application.
Workshop Block #4 – 3:30 p.m.
Workshop #1: Servant Leadership, JW Dippold, Oregon FFA, Room Shields 106
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- Description: This workshop introduces the importance of servant leadership through two rounds of competition, explores servant leader examples, facilitates conversations about improvement strategies of developing servant leadership, then guides members in setting goals that will guide their growth in a life of servant leadership.
Workshop #2: Professional Authenticity – Jake Zajowski, Ohio FFA, Room Shields 102
- Description: We will explore the real world of careers and communication. Balancing a personal/professional life can be difficult, but this workshop will debunk the myths of trust and communication that puts us on the right track as young leaders.
Workshop #3: Learning Through Experience, Stetson Urlacher, North Dakota FFA, Room Shields 104
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- Description: How do we take the everyday things we do, and turn it then into knowledge for the future? Members can expect a fun interactive workshop that takes the seemingly obvious and shines onto it new methods.
Workshop #4: Living to Servie – Idaho FFA Alumni & Supports, Room Shields 105
- Description: As FFA members, we’ve all seen members of our community give back to the FFA. In fact, some of us wouldn’t be where we are today without those contributions. Join us for a fun and interactive workshop to learn about the Idaho FFA Alumni and Supporters and ways you can make a difference in the lives of students.
Workshop #5: Conflict Management – Learn about Your Conflict Resolution Style – University of Idaho, College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Ambassadors, Room Shields 107
- Description: CALS Ambassadors are current students who are selected to share their knowledge and enthusiasm with prospective students – inspiring them to dream, learn and ultimately become a part of the CALS family.
Workshop #6: Grow a Strong Financial Future – Understand Credit – Kory Call, Wells Fargo Regional Banking Senior Manager, Ashley Silvers, Branch Manager, and Edina Hukic, Personal Banker / Business Advocate, Room Shields 108
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- Description: Building strong credit is an important part of your financial picture. Learn the basics of credit – how to build credit, maintain it, and even repair it when things get a bit off track.
