On Sunday, April 23rd the IKM-Manning FFA Chapter held their annual FFA Banquet at the high school. The evening started with a steak sandwich meal for members, families, & guests. A big thank you to the Carroll County Cattleman for grilling the steaks. After the meal, the meeting was brought to order by chapter president, Caden Keller. The meeting agenda included handing out several awards, recognizing scholarship winners, & thanking community members for their support of FFA. The meeting concluded with the induction of the new officers for 2023-24.
This night is not just about recognizing achievements, but also about celebrating the spirit of hard work, community, and the endless possibilities that come with a love for agriculture.
Reagan, Austin, Caden, & Abby serving the meal
Arynn helping serve drinks.
Bailee in charge of desserts
Mabel & Rylie dismissing tables
Co-Treasurer - Reagan Irlbeck, Co-Reporter - Rylie Beermann, Vice-President - Mabel Langel, President - Caden Keller, Sentinel - Austin Wiederin, Secretary - Arynn Outhouse, Co-Reporter - Abby Maynard, Co-Treasurer - Bailee Germer, & Advisor - Mr. Ben Booth
Hailey Nielsen, Kori Sybesma, Haylie Irlbeck, Anna Stangl. Missing: Isaac Blankman & Garrett Renze
Hailey Nielsen & Kori Sybesma
Claire Behrens, Kennedy Eischeid, Carson Woebke, Austin Halbur, Ty Jasa, Ben Langel, Emily Albertsen, Taylor Beckendorf. Missing: Lainey Gawley & Jackson Woebke.
Nine $250 scholarships were given out by the IKM-Manning FFA Alumni
FFA Alumni members: Nate Stangl, Paulette Lingle, & Krista Sporrer
Seniors: Reiley Irlbeck, Mogan Hanson, Mabel Langel, Rylie Beermann, Bailee Germer, Arynn Outhouse, Abby Maynard, Caden Keler, & Austin Wiederin.
Mr. Brian Wall & Krista Sporrer were recognized for their support of the chapter.
Jason Kienast, Bary Kienest, & Tim Kienest
Star Chapter Farmer - Caden Keller, Star in Agriscience - Abby Maynard, Star in Ag Placement - Arynn Outhouse, & Blue & Gold Leadership Award - Mabel Langel
Senior Members: Bailee Germer, Reiley Irlbeck, Rylie Beermann, Morgan Hanson, Mabel Langel, Caden Keller, Austin Wiederin, Arynn Outhouse, & Abby Maynard.
New Officers: Vice-President, Kennady Eischeid, Reporter, Reagan Irlbeck, Secretary, Hollie Blum, Treasurer, Devyn Sander, President, Brooke Booth, Sential, Olivia Beck, & Advisor, Mr. Ben Booth.