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DECORAH — The National FFA Organization recognizes members who demonstrate exceptional commitment to the organization by striving to achieve premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. The prestigious American FFA Degree is awarded to a select group of members each year, representing less than one percent of the total FFA membership. This honor celebrates the recipients' dedication to academic achievement and professional excellence. This year over 4,800 American Degrees were awarded. Morgan Moen received the distinguished American FFA Degree at the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo. A 2023 graduate of Decorah High School, Moen was an active member of the Decorah FFA, successfully fulfilling the rigorous requirements for this highest FFA honor. To be eligible, FFA members must have earned and productively invested $10,000 through a supervised agricultural experience program in which they start, own or hold a professional position in an existing agricultural enterprise or have earned and productively invested $2,000 and worked 2,250 hours in excess of scheduled class time. Recipients must also complete 50 of hours community service, demonstrate outstanding leadership abilities and civic involvement, and maintain a good academic record. "Earning the American FFA Degree is a significant accomplishment, and I couldn't be prouder of Morgan for this incredible honor," commented Joni Bruvold, Decorah FFA Advisor. "This achievement reflects on her hard work, passion for agriculture, exceptional leadership, and strong communication skills. Her active involvement in FFA and dedication to making a positive impact in the community make this recognition truly well-deserved." Each recipient of the American FFA Degree is presented with a gold American FFA Degree key and a certificate to commemorate their accomplishment. Moen is the 23rd Decorah FFA member to earn the American FFA Degree. Feed your curiosity! Subscribe to the free newsletter and indulge in all that's local. Your friends will be impressed.

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Decorah High School Graduate Morgan Moen Receives American FFA Degree