Local students win FFA scholarships

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BATH — South Dakota FFA is dedicated to premier leadership, personal growth, and career success and is therefore proud to support South Dakota FFA members in their post-secondary education.

The following scholarships will be awarded at the 92nd South Dakota State FFA Convention, broadcast virtually, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 13, at sdffafoundation.org/conv2020. Join in helping them celebrate their success!

Heartland area students who will be recognized are listed here:

Blue & Gold Scholarships

The South Dakota FFA offers Blue and Gold Scholarships to any graduating senior who is planning to enroll in an agriculture-related field in one of South Dakota’s institutions. This year’s recipients of the $750 scholarships include Megan Linke, Sanborn Central/Woonsocket, and Elizabeth Brandt, Wolsey-Wessington.

Bob Titus Memorial Scholarship
The Bob Titus Memorial Scholarship, which is sponsored by Sioux Falls Ford, was established in memory of Bob Titus, father of past state FFA officer Jenny Titus-Jacobson. The recipient of this $500 scholarship is Mitchell Schmidt, Willow Lake.

Twin Cities Region Northland Ford Scholarships
As a Distinguished Star Team Ag Ed Partner with the South Dakota FFA Foundation, Twin Cities Region Northland Ford sponsors four $500 scholarships. This year’s recipients include Natasha Allerdings, Doland, and Bailey Binger, Hitchock-Tulare.

CHS Foundation Scholarships
As a Four Star Team Ag Ed Partner with the South Dakota FFA Foundation, the CHS Foundation sponsors four $500 scholarships. This year’s recipients include Samantha Dean, Sanborn/Central Woonsocket.