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Mill Creek students honored; Cascade FFA officers outline membership, projects and economic impact
Summary
The board recognized Student of the Month winners across Mill Creek schools and heard a Cascade FFA presentation (president Ethan Tames) about membership (134), greenhouse and produce sales (400+ heads of lettuce/kale), SAE participation (92 members) and a chapter economic impact estimate of $36,519.50.
The Mill Creek board paused regular business to recognize student excellence across the district and to host a presentation by Cascade FFA.
Miss Vinona (Mill Creek East) introduced Camden Souder as Mill Creek East’s Student of the Month, citing leadership in robotics and a positive classroom presence. Mr. Shepherd presented awards for the lower elementary (Jett Strower) and middle school (Rylan Lumley). Mr. Hansel introduced Autumn Channing as Cascade High School’s Student of the Month, noting leadership and involvement in community service and music.
Cascade FFA president Ethan Tames presented the chapter's goals, membership and programming: the chapter currently has 134 members (an all‑time high), students have completed more than 15 contests each, and the chapter sells greenhouse products (the officers reported selling more than 400 heads of lettuce and kale to the Red Basket in Danville). Tames described supervised agricultural experiences (SAEs), noting 92 members active in summer SAEs and that 100% of sophomores through seniors have continuing SAEs. He estimated the chapter's economic impact at $36,519.50 and described expanded inclusion through unified contests involving students in the Thrive program.
Board members and the audience applauded the students and commended FFA officers for public speaking and community engagement. The board then moved on to regular business.
