FFA member Marc Zavala donating blood at the annual FFA Blood Drive.

On March 31st, Fillmore FFA hosted our annual Blood Drive at the Fillmore High School. Students above the age of sixteen were given the opportunity to donate blood at the Blood Drive. Throughout the day, the FFA officer team took shifts in handing out “United Blood Service” T-shirts and waters to those who donated blood. Every year, we get so much support from students at this event. Thank you to all who donated and helped save a life.
It may only be April, but members are already starting their fundraisers in order to attend the 2011 National FFA Convention in October. Last Thursday, five students who are interested in attending the convention planted squash and basil at the Beylik Farms. Although planting seeds may seem like a simple task, with the guidance of Mr. Scott Beylik, we learned the important steps that will give the plant a good start and a yummy finish. The students plan to grow different produce and sell the vegetables at the local farmer’s market.

Brooke Aguirre is Fillmore FFA's Chapter Reporter