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April 29, 2026

Earlier this morning the Paulding FFA Officer team along with the Paulding County Commissioners and Paulding SWCD planted a white oak tree in the courthouse yard. This ceremony included the officers speaking and helping to plant the tree.

April Trapshoot a Success for Paulding FFA!

April 29, 2026

On Saturday, April 18th, eight Paulding FFA members came out to participate in the April trapshoot at the Paulding Fish and Game Center. This was the seventh trapshoot of the school year. Troy Zeller from the Paulding Fish and Game club reviewed safety and the event rules with members before they received their equipment. Contestants grabbed earplugs, safety glasses, and their firearms to compete in the contest. At the range, contestants are then separated into different squads where they will rotate through 5 different shooting positions. Members competing were Nolan Schlatter, Owen Workman, Remington Boroff, Karlee Kohart, Kendall Kohart, Lily Leatherman, and Harley Troyer. Remington Boroff won the plaque sponsored by our FFA Chapter, shooting a 37 out of 50, and Harley Troyer came in 2nd. Jim Hoops was also able to stop by and watch the kids trapshoot. Remington said his favorite part of trap shooting is the thrill you get when you see the clay shatter. His advice to other members is to try to use a gun that you are comfortable using, along with the same exact ammo every
time, and to practice with the same setup you plan to use. After some time, it will become muscle memory, and you will know exactly where to lead your targets. Harley said that her favorite part of trapshooting is being able to shoot stuff, and the advice she would give is to hold your head high, even if you don't get a good score. We would like to thank the Fish and Game Club and its members for all their help and support for the Paulding FFA program.

By: Makenna Manz, Paulding FFA Reporter

Paulding Co. History Museum

April 21, 2026

Here are Graham, Tristen and Damien with Guy Dasher from the Paulding Co. History Museum.

These are trivets that the boys made to protect the new countertops at the museum.

Paulding FFA Celebrates its 99th Annual FFA Banquet

April 14, 2026

On Saturday, April 11th, 2026 the Paulding FFA chapter held its 99th Annual FFA Banquet. Several people attended the banquet including community, alumni, and staff members. There were 395 people who attended the banquet. The theme for this year's banquet was “Time Marches On.”

Several awards were given to community and FFA members at the banquet. Members who met the qualifications for Greenhand or Chapter degrees received them. We also recognized twelve students who have earned their state degrees; they will receive their certificates and pins at the State FFA Convention in May. Those members include: Avery Cooper, Kayleigh Dunham, Jayla Griffith, Mariah Klopfenstein, Mackenzie Leatherman, Kate Manz, Myrriah Manz, Gannon Parrett, Addison Pease, Estie Pease, Tori Schlatter, and Riley Stork. In addition, we recognized twelve members who will be receiving their American degrees at the FFA national convention this coming fall. The American degree is the highest degree an FFA member can receive. These members included: Matthew Bail, Anna Clemens, Harley
Collins, Grace Goings, Maci Kauser, Brooke Kilgore, Jalyn Klopfenstein, Jonathan Lipps, Marley Parrett, Hopeful Rose, Brooklyn Schlatter, and Kadence Thomas.

The Blue and Gold Award was given to three individuals to acknowledge all that they have done to help out the Paulding FFA chapter this year. This year's winners were Mr. Gary Gilbert, Heidi Kauser, and Mr. Jordan Streicher. The Honorary FFA degree was also awarded to Erin Johanns, Jeff Holtsberry, and Kim Couts. Any member who participated in a CDE (career development event) throughout the year received a certificate and pin for their jacket for their
outstanding work. Star awards were handed out to a select few students from each grade who showed leadership not only in the classroom, but also in their community and FFA programs
and activities. Kendall Kohart and Makenna Manz received the star Greenhand, Ava Leatherman and Delaney Johanns received the star Chapter farmer, Myrriah Manz received the star 3rd year member, Jacob Harris received the star 4th year member, Remington Boroff
received the Quiet leader award, Kinzely Collard received the star in Community Service, and Darcy Taylor received the Ag Credit 110% award. The Paulding FFA Alumni awarded scholarships of $200 to Marley Parrett (book scholarship), $200 to Grace Goyings (book
scholarship), $350 to Lucy Breier, $500 to Kaitlynn Breedlove, $750 to Jacob Harris, $950 to Jackson Griffith, $950 to Addison Pease, and $1100 to Addison Hunt.

Chapter President, Addison Hunt, gave an inspirational speech encouraging members to find good friends. Finally, it was time for the installation of the new officers.

The 2026-2027 officers are as follows:

President- Darcy Taylor
Vice President- Myrriah Manz
Secretary- Delaney Johanns
Treasurer- Ava Leatherman
Reporter- Makenna Manz
Sentinel- Kinzley Collard
Student Advisor- Vivienne Myers
Parliamentarian- Gabby Stork
Chaplin- Remington Boroff
Historian- Nolan Schlatter.

We want to thank everyone who came out to the banquet and the community who made the great year we had possible!

Makenna Manz, Paulding FFA Reporter

Mental Health

April 13, 2026

Paulding County Residents, we need your help! Paulding County Schools are having a friendly competition! Students were encouraged to design an ad/slogan to help reduce the stigma surrounding mental health. Each of the schools chose their school winner. We need your help to choose the winner for the entire county! Please vote for your favorite poster, drawing, slogan by liking or loving their submission by Sunday, April 19^th!

The student with the most “likes” will win a $100 gift card and be recognized as the county winner!

Reducing the stigma surrounding mental health is crucial in our schools. Stigma prevents people of all ages from seeking the help they need, leading to prolonged suffering and sometimes isolation. By promoting conversations, education, advocacy, and empathy, we can all create an environment where people feel safe to prioritize their own mental well-being and seek treatment when needed.