Palmetto High

The Palmetto Chapter of the National FFA (Future Farmers of America) Organization, recently re-chartered in 2020 with the new agricultural education program at Palmetto High, achieved 3 stars in the National Chapter Award Program. This program evaluates chapters in all 50 states and 2 U.S. Territories in the areas of Building Communities, Strengthening Agriculture & Growing Leaders. The Palmetto FFA was selected as a Gold Chapter at the SCFFA State Convention in June, signifying it as one of the 12 best chapters in the state. Following this, the application was forwarded to the National level with the chance to earn one to three stars. Three stars indicate that in all categories, Palmetto FFA is going above and beyond with innovative, goal-oriented, and student-led events. Without a doubt, these fulfill the FFA’s mission of making a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. Some of the events included in the Palmetto FFA application include organizing the Farm Fest in West Pelzer, being engaged with multiple community events in Williamston’s Mineral Spring Park, and competition at the National FFA Convention in Indianapolis, IN.