ARCANUM – Arcanum MVCTC FFA attended the State FFA Convention May 1st and 2nd to cap off a very successful year. Members were recognized for their accomplishments during the 2024-2025 school year. During the course of the year, members competed in various CDE (Career Development Events) against schools from across the state. Through hard work and practice, the chapter was able to earn 4 banners by placing in the top 5 in the Ohio FFA.
The Ag Technology and Mechanical Systems team placed 5th in the State. Team members were Charlie Weiss, Lance Brinksneader, Noah Egnor and Matthew Denlinger. Charlie was also recognized for placing 3rd overall as an individual. The team qualified by placing in the top 10 on the online test, then traveled to Ohio State ATI to compete in the hands-on finals, which included electrical, construction and equipment stations.
The Farm Business Management team placed 1st in the State. Team members with the top scores were Charlie Weiss, Katelynne Michael, Landon Miller, Ethan Hartman, Lance Brinksneader, and Seth Fearon. Charlie and Katelynne were recognized for placing 1st and 2nd overall as individuals. The team completed an online test that included general knowledge and problem-solving questions about running an agribusiness.
The Grain Merchandising team placed 2nd in the State. Team members were Charlie Weiss, Lance Brinksneader, Katleynne Michael and Carrie Delinger. Charlie and Lance were recognized for placing 1st and 9th as individuals. The team qualified for the finals by placing in the top 10 on the online test, then traveled to Wilmington College to compete in the Grain Merchandising simulation.
The Outdoor Power team just missed out on a banner by placing 7th in the State and received an Ohio Plaque. Team members were Weston Stephens, Matthew Denlinger, and Hudson Knaus. The team qualified for the finals by placing in the top 2 of the district contest and then traveled to Ohio State ATI for the finals, which included individual stations and a team activity
The Dairy Judging team placed 2nd in the State. Team members were Charlie Weiss, Lance Brinksneader, Robby Denniston, Henry Weiss and Bohdan Menzie. Charlie and Lance were recognized for placing 1st and 6th overall as individuals. The team qualified for the finals by placing in the top 10 of the preliminary contest held at the Ohio State Fairgrounds and then traveled to Ohio State ATI for the finals, which included placing classes, team activity and oral reasons.
The Arcanum MVCTC FFA Chapter also had officers recognized on stage for receiving a gold rating on their officer books. Katelynne Michael, Secretary; Mora Menzie, Reporter; and Carrie Denlinger, Treasurer, all received a gold rating on their respective books and received a pin for their FFA jacket.
During the State FFA Convention, member Mora Menzie performed during the Talent Showcase after being selected as one of the top 10 from the online submissions. This is Mora’s fourth consecutive year being selected for the Talent Showcase.
The State FFA Degree is the highest honor the Ohio FFA can bestow on a member. This year, the Arcanum MVCTC FFA had 5 members reach this honor. Those members were Lance Brinksneader, Ethan Hartman, Landon Miller, Cheyenne Swisher and Charlie Weiss. They achieved the State FFA Degree by meeting the minimum standards set by the state, including CDE participation, SAE earnings, and community service hours.
Finally, Arcanum graduate Landon Haney was recognized as the National FFA Star American in Agri-Business. Landon was awarded the Star in Agri-Business at the National FFA Convention and was welcomed back to Ohio for his victory. Landon was also the keynote speaker of the Friends of FFA Luncheon held during the State FFA Convention.