2026 National FFA New Release

National Chapter Award-Central Columbia FFA-Three Star Gold

Doug Brown/Kristie Good-FFA Advisors

Central Columbia FFA Chapter | dbrown@ccsd.cc

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Indianapolis, IN (August 7, 2026 / National FFA Association) – The Central Columbia FFA Chapter of Bloomsburg, PA was recently awarded a Three-Star Gold Rating by the National FFA Organization through the National Chapter Rating Award application. Chapters are recognized through an application highlighting their achievements, community involvement and supervised agricultural experience projects. The Central Columbia FFA Chapter ranks in the top 1% of all programs and chapters in the United States. Central Columbia FFA will be recognized at the 2026 National FFA Convention in October in Indianapolis, IN.

Career and Leadership Development Events along with community service activities provide students with opportunities to apply classroom knowledge in competitive, real-world settings that strengthen technical skills, communication abilities, teamwork, and leadership development. These events help prepare students for future careers in agriculture, business, science, technology, and related industries through hands-on experiences and problem-solving opportunities. Participants compete individually or as teams in areas such as public speaking, agriscience research, agricultural sales, environmental and natural resources, agricultural communications, and more.

The Pennsylvania FFA Association extends sincere appreciation to the many sponsors and industry partners who support Career and Leadership Development Events and Community Service Activities and invest in the success of agricultural education. Their support provides students with valuable opportunities to develop career-ready skills, gain confidence, and explore future pathways within the agriculture industry.

The FFA Organization provides opportunities for members to build connections with peers from across Pennsylvania and the United States, collaborate with fellow student leaders, and develop friendships that extend far beyond the event itself. These experiences reflect the mission of FFA: developing premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.

About the Pennsylvania FFA Association The Pennsylvania FFA Association is a student-led organization committed to preparing members for leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. Serving more than 16,000 members across the Commonwealth, Pennsylvania FFA empowers students to develop their potential through classroom instruction, hands-on experiences, and leadership opportunities. FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of young people by equipping them with skills for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success. Learn more about Pennsylvania FFA at www.paffa.org/about-ffa.

About the Pennsylvania FFA Foundation The Pennsylvania FFA Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to securing and stewarding financial resources to support agricultural education and the Pennsylvania FFA Association. Through partnerships with individuals, businesses, and organizations, the Foundation funds leadership conferences, career development events, scholarships, awards, and other opportunities that empower FFA members across the state. The Foundation’s work ensures that today's FFA members have the tools, training, and experiences they need to become tomorrow's agricultural leaders and innovators. Learn more about the Pennsylvania FFA Foundation at www.paffa.org/mission-history.