(Greensburg, IN) – A National FFA Professional Development Grant from the Lilly Endowment of $2,500 was recently awarded to Katie Morman, an agricultural educator at the North Decatur FFA Chapter.
This grant is part of a statewide initiative in which 25 Indiana agricultural teachers were selected through a competitive application process. The grant provides individual Indiana school-based agricultural educators the opportunity to engage in professional development focused on emerging trends in agriculture and engagement for a sense of belonging in all students.
“This grant will enable me to attend the 2025 NAAE Convention in Nashville, Tennessee, where I aim to enhance my teaching practices. With over 80 workshops specifically designed for agricultural education, I will have the opportunity to explore the latest trends, strategies, and tools in my field. Collaborating with other professionals will inspire innovative approaches to foster a more inclusive, dynamic, and impactful learning environment. I am eager to gain a comprehensive understanding of current innovations in education, leadership, and career development, which will not only improve my teaching but also contribute to my growth as a professional,” Morman said.
The National FFA Organization, in partnership with the Lilly Endowment, aims to support agricultural educators in expanding their expertise to better serve students across Indiana.
For more information about the National FFA Organization and its programs, visit www.ffa.org.
The National FFA Organization is a school-based national youth leadership development organization with more than 1,027,200 student members as part of 9,235 local FFA chapters in all 50 states, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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