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For almost six years, FFA has been more than an organization to me. It has been my home and my purpose. As I retire my jacket, I know that it meant more than just the words “association” on the back. That jacket brought me so much peace, joy and love.
For so long, FFA has been woven into every part of my identity. It has shaped my goals, friendships, values, and the person I am. It taught me how to lead when I was uncertain, how to serve others before myself, and how to find confidence in places I never thought possible. Through countless miles traveled, hands shaken, lessons learned, and memories made, FFA has given me more than I could ever repay.

As I hang up my jacket for the final time, it honestly feels like I’m hanging up a piece of my life. For years, I always knew what came next. There was another contest, another convention, another chapter visit, another opportunity to serve. Now, for the first time in a long time, I find myself simply wondering where I go from here. And while that uncertainty is intimidating, I know it exists because of how deeply I loved this journey.

To every member, advisor, supporter, teammate, mentor, and friend who became part of my story, thank you. Thank you for believing in me, challenging me, and reminding me why this organization matters. You have left handprints on my heart that will remain long after this jacket is retired.

FFA taught me that leadership is not about titles or jackets. It is about service, character, and the impact we leave on others. Those lessons will stay with me long after this chapter closes.

Today, I leave with a heart that is incredibly full and incredibly broken at the same time. Full of gratitude for everything this organization has given me, and broken because saying goodbye to something that has meant so much is never easy.

No matter where life takes me next, a piece of my heart will always belong to the blue jacket. 💙💛
For the Final time, your 2025-2026 State Vice President representing Area III, Baileigh Conner!

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Banquet Season!! Over the last month I have had the opportunity to attend 6 banquets!
Thank you to Grand Lake, Tioga(my home chapter), Florien, Central Lafourche, Church Point, and Rayne for making my final chapter visits one to remember!
#banquet #growlaffa #ffa

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On April 23rd, Bob, Jacob and I attended the Grand Lake FFA Awards Banquet alongside a few of our Area 3 Officers, Aiden, Austin, and Ella! Here we got to see all of Grand Lake’s incredible accomplishments throughout the year, participated in the silent auction, and even witnessed the election of their new chapter officer team, as well as the retiring President, our very own, Baileigh Conner, hanging up her chapter jacket for the last time. Grand Lake FFA has been incredibly lucky to have had Baileigh over these past several years, she has impacted so many not just in her chapter, but throughout the state, and our team. I look forward to seeing the incredible things y’all continue to accomplish in the coming years.

Thank you Grand Lake FFA, see y’all at convention! 💛💙
#louisianaffa #growlaffa

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🐝 Grand Lake FFA Chapter Banquet🐝

The FIRST banquet of the year! It was such an amazing experience. I got to see old friends and make new ones. I got to see one of my teammates retire from chapter office! I got to celebrate the achievements, and get a glimpse into the future of the chapter! #growlaffa #laffa #ffa #nationalffa

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“I only miss you when I’m breathing”~ M.M 🫶🏼

Last night I stepped away from the thing that built me, shaped me, and made me who I am today. My home away from home. A family of people to lean on in the hardest moments and laugh with in the greatest. While walking away from this part of my life is something I was never ready for, my heart is so full from all the love for those around me. Hanging up this blue jacket was like hanging up a piece of me but even then I’m nothing but grateful for being fortunate enough to call this organization my home.

Grand Lake FFA, you were always more to me than just some organization, you were my rock. I can’t thank God enough for everything he’s allowed me to do through this organization. I can’t wait to see how far Grand Lake FFA goes. Thank you to everyone who made these last 5 years possible. My heart will forever bleed national blue and corn gold💙💛

#officiallyalumni

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As the day comes to an end I want to extend a huge thank you to the two teachers who have changed my life!

Happy national ag teacher appreciation day! Thank you for shaping me into who I am! 💛💙

#nationalffaweek #nationalagteacherappreciationday

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This past Wednesday I was so fortunate enough to attend the annual Brodeo event at the Burton in memorial of Brody Meaux! I was also endlessly grateful to able to dress up as Jessie from Toy Story. Watching those sweet babies faces light up was truly so heart warming!

I want to extend a huge thank you to Mrs. Joanne Meaux and her Husband for hosting this event and allowing me to be a part of it!

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Yesterday marked exactly 6 months since the greatest day of my life. Louisiana FFA I could never thank you enough for all that each and every one of you have done for me. This organization and team had truly changed my life more than I could ever express! I could never thank god enough for my 9 absolute best friends and this unbelievable opportunity that I’ve been given!

TYJ FOR FFA, and TYJ for each and every one of you!

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National FFA Convention🫶🏼

Where do I even begin? National FFA you truly have my heart. Thank you for being my home away from home. Having the opportunity to compete in the first ever Ag Ed invitational, allowing my dad to experience convention with me, reconnecting summit friendships, making new connections, and overall just experience nationals again, truly was the highlight of my year! Thank you FFA for allowing me these opportunities, my heart is so beyond full! 🫶🏼🤍

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What a month! This month was full of traveling, workshops, and making memories!

I started this month off with Elton FFA for their Junior officer training! These officers are now ready for their year of service and may the odds be ever in their favor!

Next, I had the opportunity to attend the Area II COLT conference! Which was such a full circle moment as I was putting on this exact same conference a year ago, and they did an AMAZING job!!

Then, I traveled up to Mangham for the famous Agstravaganza! What a fun day full of workshops, game, and pizza! Although my team lost, we all had an amazing time!

Next, I went all the way down to Berwick for the 3rd annual Fishing tournament! We saw some pretty big fish, enjoyed some amazinggg pastalaya, and played some intense games of cornhole.

Finally, I ended the month off at Grand lake FFA for the first ever Greenland FFA field day invitational! I had the chance to judge all the team’s opening ceremonies, and meet some very talented young members!

A month full of memories! #growlaffa

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Area 3 & 4 Leadership Camp! 💙💛

Area 3: where do I even begin. Ya’ll have been my home and my family for so many years now. Saying goodbye to you was one of the hardest things to do but all I can say is thank you for making goodbye so hard. I’m so honored to represent the area that means so much to me! Thank you Area 3 for being my reminder on why I love this organization so much

Area 4: Ya’ll truly blew me away. The hype and the energy was breathtaking. In a time where I felt most out of place each and every one of you took me in with open arms and made me feel so at home. Thank you for accepting me and thank you for making my last ever leadership camp one that I’ll truly never forget!

Kylie: my girl, thank you for being exactly who you are. Your passion and love for everything you do is truly one of my favorite things about you. I see so much potential in you and I can’t wait to see where this organization takes you!

Camryn: I’m so grateful to have met you, your dedication and commitment to agriculture is inspiring. I have no doubt in my mind that you will go so far in life! Keep shining your bright personality on the world!!

Louisiana FFA thank you for being my home away from home🤍🙌🏽

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We had so much fun at the Grand Lake FFA banquet. This chapter is so welcoming and hardworking, from the chapter officers who flawlessly put on the banquet to the members who’s amazing accomplishments where highlighted.
To the seniors and retired officers: you guys have had a great year and Louisiana FFA is so proud of all of your hard work and dedication. From competitions to conventions to service projects, you have put in the work that it takes to make this great organization what it is!!!
To the new officers and greenhands: make the most of every opportunity! The years are going to fly by so don’t be afraid to jump outside your comfort zone, form new connections and relationships and say yes even when you’re scared. Congratulations and we can’t wait to see what you do next!!
#ignitelaffa

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