Beaver Dam FFA

Beaver Dam FFA Facilitated by Mr. Jonathon Ganske

FFA motto:
Learning to Do, Doing to Learn, Earning to Live, Living to Serve. regarding yourself or others on this page.

FFA is a national student organization which promotes premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agriculture education and involvement in the school and community. What is FFA:
FFA is a national student organization which promotes premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agriculture education and involvement in the school and community. This organization

was formerly known as the Future Farmers of America, but has changed it purpose from a farming aspect to one that includes all agriculture areas. Who can join:
Any Beaver Dam High School student who is currently enrolled in an agriculture-education class is already an FFA Member through the National FFA Affiliated Chapter Program. These members can choose if they would like to be active or inactive members. FFA active membership is strongly recommended for all students in agriculture classes. FFA does accept members who are not enrolled in agriculture classes because of course-scheduling conflicts. Why join:
By becoming an FFA member, you join more than 610,240 students from across the United States, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands in the largest youth organization in the world. FFA helps members cooperate with others, improves leadership skills, and gives members a chance to explore career options in agriculture. Commenting guidelines regarding Beaver Dam FFA social media:
The Beaver Dam FFA social-media page focuses on celebrating and supporting our schools, students, and teachers, as well as sharing important news and communicating event information. We encourage you to share your support, connect with other supporters, and visit frequently for news and updates. While everyone is welcome and encouraged to comment, our first priority is to protect students, staff, and community members. Comments and/or posts that do not follow this commenting guideline may be removed. We do not accept cyberbullying and/or posts or comments that are discriminatory, political, racist, sexist, abusive, profane, violent, obscene, spam, contain falsehoods, or are wildly off-topic, or that libel, incite, threaten or make ad hominem attacks on students, employees, guests, or other individuals. We also do not permit messages selling products or promoting commercial or other ventures, other than those associated directly with the Beaver Dam FFA. You participate at your own risk, taking personal responsibility for your comments, your username, and any information provided. We reserve the right to delete comments or topics and even ban users, if needed. Please be aware that all content and posts are bound by Facebook’s Terms of Use. Beaver Dam Unified School District and the Beaver Dam FFA encourages user interaction on its social pages but is not responsible for comments or wall postings made by visitors to the page. Additionally, the appearance of external links, as posted by fans of this page or other Facebook users, does not constitute endorsement on behalf of Beaver Dam Unified School District or Beaver Dam FFA. In most if not all cases, external links posted by fans will be removed. You should not provide private or personal information (phone, email, addresses, etc.) Any posts or comments containing personal information of this nature will be deleted.

πŸš€ ACTIVATED! πŸš€As the countdown ends on the final day of the Wisconsin FFA Convention, Beaver Dam FFA members are heading...
06/18/2026

πŸš€ ACTIVATED! πŸš€

As the countdown ends on the final day of the Wisconsin FFA Convention, Beaver Dam FFA members are heading home with memories, accomplishments, and inspiration that will last long after the shuttle lands.

🌟 Claire Karus proudly represented Beaver Dam FFA on stage as our chapter was recognized with a Silver National Chapter Award.

🀝 Our Beaver Dam FFA Courtesy Corps crew wrapped up an incredible week of service, helping make convention a success. Thank you to Allison Zwald, Sevanna Fairbank, Samantha Schwandt, Kaden Warmka, Carson Paitrick, Khloe Neuberger, and Olivia Winker for representing our chapter with professionalism and pride.

🎢 Vivian Lichty and Brookelynne Premo once again took the stage with the Wisconsin Association of FFA Honors Band, showcasing their musical talents among the state's best. Catch them again at the Wisconsin State Fair, Aug. 13–16, 2026!

πŸ’™ We also had the opportunity to support Beaver Dam FFA alumnus Max Luedtke as he concluded his year of service and retired from the Wisconsin FFA Officer Team. Thank you, Max, for your leadership, dedication, and impact on FFA members across Wisconsin.

From leadership and service to recognition and performance, our members truly embraced this year's convention theme: ACTIVATE. πŸš€βœ¨

πŸŒŸπŸ† WHAT A NIGHT FOR BEAVER DAM FFA! πŸ†πŸŒŸThe biggest moment of the evening came when Owen Hemling was named the Wisconsin F...
06/18/2026

πŸŒŸπŸ† WHAT A NIGHT FOR BEAVER DAM FFA! πŸ†πŸŒŸ

The biggest moment of the evening came when Owen Hemling was named the Wisconsin FFA Star in AgriScience at the Wisconsin FFA Convention!

This prestigious statewide honor recognizes outstanding research, innovation, and dedication to agricultural science. Owen's achievement places him among the very best FFA members in Wisconsin, and we couldn't be more proud!

πŸ‘€ See video in comments.

πŸ‘ Congratulations, Owen, on this incredible accomplishment and for representing Beaver Dam FFA with excellence on Wisconsin's biggest FFA stage!

But the celebrations didn't stop there ...

πŸŽ–οΈ Mary Zwald earned a silver in the AgriScience Fair

Her research asked: Do cattle grow better on a corn or milk diet? The results showed cattle gained weight faster on a corn-based diet!

πŸ₯‡ Owen Hemling earned a gold in the AgriScience Fair

His research explored whether cover crops like radishes can help clean up heavy-metal soil contamination. The answer? Yes! Radishes successfully removed cadmium from the soil and significantly reduced contamination levels.

🌟 Other highlights from an amazing day:

βœ… Colson Hemling and Claire Karus proudly served as Beaver Dam FFA delegates in Section 10.

βœ… Members attended workshops, volunteered, and connected with future opportunities at the career fair.

βœ… Five outgoing Beaver Dam FFA seniors received their State FFA Degrees (see post from earlier today).

βœ… Students enjoyed an inspiring presentation from Dr. Temple Grandin.

βœ…οΈ We enjoyed watching Beaver Dam FFA alumnus and state officer Max Luedtke in action on stage.

🎢 Vivian Lichty and Brookelynne Premo once again represented Beaver Dam FFA as members of the honors band.

πŸ” The group enjoyed a well-deserved meal at Culver's.

πŸ’ƒπŸŒ½ The day wrapped up with dancing, co****le, and plenty of fun celebrating another successful convention experience.

From research and leadership to service and achievement, Beaver Dam FFA continues to showcase the talent, hard work, and dedication of its members.

πŸ’™πŸ’› Congratulations to everyone who represented Beaver Dam FFA so well today!

🌟 Congratulations to our Beaver Dam FFA State Degree Recipients! 🌟At the Wisconsin FFA State Convention, today, five Bea...
06/17/2026

🌟 Congratulations to our Beaver Dam FFA State Degree Recipients! 🌟

At the Wisconsin FFA State Convention, today, five Beaver Dam FFA members proudly walked across the stage to receive their Wisconsin FFA State Degrees. This is one of the highest honors a state association can bestow upon its members.

Congratulations to:
⭐ Owen Hemling (State Star Finalist)
⭐ Twilight Heinzen
⭐ Charley Kircher
⭐ Rylan Sether
⭐ Mary Zwald

The state degree recognizes years of dedication to agricultural education, leadership, supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs), community service, and personal growth.

Earning this degree is a reflection of countless hours spent developing skills, serving others, and preparing for future success.

These students have represented Beaver Dam FFA with excellence, and we are excited to see where their hard work and leadership take them next.

Congratulations on this outstanding achievement! πŸ’™πŸ’›

πŸš€πŸ’™πŸ’› Beaver Dam FFA is activated and reaching for new heights at the Wisconsin FFA Convention!Day two of convention week ...
06/17/2026

πŸš€πŸ’™πŸ’› Beaver Dam FFA is activated and reaching for new heights at the Wisconsin FFA Convention!

Day two of convention week launched our members into a full day of competition, recognition, service, and celebration as they embraced this year's space-shuttle-themed convention, Activate.

🎀 Owen Hemling competed in the Extemporaneous Speaking Contest and earned a huge accomplishment by being named the state champion in AgriScience Research Proficiency, advancing to compete at the National FFA Convention this fall!

πŸ… Brianna Ganske placed fifth in the state with her proficiency!

πŸ”¬ Owen Hemling and Mary Zwald represented Beaver Dam FFA in the AgriScience Fair Contest.

🌟 Claire Karus was recognized as a Three-Star Leader.

πŸ—£οΈ Twilight Heinzen, Aurora Rincon, and Claire Karus competed in the Ag Issues Leadership Development Event.

🎢 Vivian Lichty and Brookelynne Premo performed with the Wisconsin Association of FFA Honors Band. Their convention performances will continue throughout the week, and they'll also take the stage at the Wisconsin State Fair, Aug. 13–16, 2026.

πŸ” Owen Hemling, Cole Hemling, Twilight Heinzen, and Aurora Rincon were recognized for their outstanding performance in the state Poultry Career Development Event earlier this spring.

πŸ‘ Beaver Dam administration was honored for its support of alumnus and current state FFA officer Max Luedtke, and for its continued commitment to agricultural education.

πŸ’™ Congratulations to Mrs. Chitko and Mr. Ganske, who were recognized for their impact as FFA advisors to state officer Max Luedtke.

πŸ™Œ Throughout the day, Beaver Dam FFA members also volunteered their time to help make convention activities run smoothly.

🎡 The day wrapped up with an exciting concert from TikTok star Hailey James!

From leadership and service to competition and achievement, our members continue to activate their potential and launch toward their goals. We're proud of how Beaver Dam FFA is representing our chapter and community as we continue our convention journey.

πŸš€ Stay tuned. There's more to come from Wisconsin FFA Convention!

06/16/2026

The 2026 Wisconsin Association of FFA Honors Band and Choir features Beaver Dam Unified School District High School's Brooklynne Premo on the trumpet and Vivian Lichty on the flute.

Both Beaver Dam FFA members are very active and talented members of the Beaver Dam High School Band - WI. They auditioned early in 2026 to earn spots in the FFA band, and we are proud of them.

🌟 Strong agricultural-education programs don't happen by accident. They grow through the support of dedicated leaders, a...
06/16/2026

🌟 Strong agricultural-education programs don't happen by accident. They grow through the support of dedicated leaders, advocates, and community partners! 🌟

This afternoon at the Wisconsin FFA Convention, Beaver Dam High School alumnus and current Wisconsin FFA Vice President Max Luedke recognized the Beaver Dam Unified School District administration for their continued support of both his FFA journey and the Beaver Dam Agricultural Education program. πŸ’™πŸ’›

Accepting the recognition on behalf of the district were former Beaver Dam High School Principal Russ Tronsen and Superintendent Dr. Mark DiStefano. πŸ‘

We're incredibly grateful for the generations of school leaders who've invested in opportunities that help students develop leadership skills, explore careers in agriculture, and grow into the next generation of leaders. πŸŒ±πŸšœπŸŒ½πŸ„πŸ£

Thank you for supporting Max, agricultural education, and FFA in Beaver Dam! πŸ™Œ

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06/16/2026

Can you spot all the Beaver Fam FFA kids in this reel?

πŸš€ The Beaver Dam FFA members are officially cleared for takeoff at the 2026 Wisconsin FFA Convention!This afternoon, the...
06/16/2026

πŸš€ The Beaver Dam FFA members are officially cleared for takeoff at the 2026 Wisconsin FFA Convention!

This afternoon, they kicked off an incredible week by:

βœ… Finishing their Day of Service
πŸ₯Ž Attending a Madison Night Mares softball game
πŸ’ƒ Hitting the dance floor
🎀 Watching the State FFA Officer Team Reflections Program (Max Luedtke sighting)

The energy is building, and this is just the beginning. Stay tuned as we share more highlights and adventures from our convention journey throughout the week.

P.S. The theme is "Activate," and we're just getting started. πŸ˜‰βš‘

The Beaver Dam FFA Chapter is officially on the road to the Wisconsin FFA Convention! πŸ’™πŸ’›Before convention activities beg...
06/15/2026

The Beaver Dam FFA Chapter is officially on the road to the Wisconsin FFA Convention! πŸ’™πŸ’›

Before convention activities begin, our members are spending the day giving back through the Wisconsin FFA Day of Service. Today, our students are helping pack meals with Heartland Meal Packing and building beds with Sleep in Heavenly Peace to support families and communities in need.

We're proud to see our members putting the FFA motto into action through service, leadership, and making a difference.

Best of luck to all of our members as they head into an exciting week at Wisconsin FFA Convention with the Wisconsin Association of FFA!

πŸŽ‘πŸ„ Stop by and see us at the Dodge County Dairy Brunch, today, at the Dodge County Fairgrounds! πŸ„πŸŽ‘Our FFA officers are h...
06/07/2026

πŸŽ‘πŸ„ Stop by and see us at the Dodge County Dairy Brunch, today, at the Dodge County Fairgrounds! πŸ„πŸŽ‘

Our FFA officers are helping kids learn more about agriculture in a fun way with our prize wheel! Give it a spin and win stickers, bubbles, candy, or honey sticks while discovering where your food comes from and the important role agriculture plays in our community.

While you're here, don't forget to grab your raffle tickets for a chance to win our beautifully restored John Deere 212 lawn and garden tractor! πŸšœπŸ’š

Come say hello, test your luck, and support our FFA members. We can't wait to see you at the brunch!

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500 Gould Street
Beaver Dam, WI
53916

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