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Chapter History

The Central Lyon FFA Chapter was born on April 21, 1950. The Iowa Association Charter reads:
"This is to certify that the following vocational agricultural organization has been only recognized as an incorporated chapter of the Iowa Association of the Future Farmers of America known as the Central Lyon FFA Chapter."

 

Former Central Lyon FFA president Kade Griesse was the first Central Lyon FFA student to ever serve in a district office position as district vice-president during the  2018-2019 school year. 

 

Past Iowa Degrees
2017- Sadie Fastert
2011- Taylor VanRoekel

 

American Degrees
2012- Taylor VanRoekel

 

Awards & Accomplishments

2017

  • Iowa FFA Bronze Award
2008
  • Iowa FFA Foundation, Inc. proudly acknowledges the Central Lyon FFA Chapter in recognition of dedication and commitment as a 2008 Gold Sponsor

This being an investment in Members of Agricultural Education Organizations served by the Iowa FFA Foundation

2007
  • Lyon County Fair "Friend of the Fair Award"- 2007

Sponsored by the Lyon County Fair Foundation

Presented by the Lyon County Soil and Water Conservation District

2003
  • Central Lyon FFA Community Support Award
  • Received a plaque with sincere appreciation for becoming an 'Investment Partner' by investing in FFA young people through the "Sharing With Pride" Program
2001
  • The Lyon County Extension Service recognizes the Central Lyon FFA for their support of the farm safety program in Lyon County
  • Certificate of Appreciation awarded to the Central Lyon FFA Chapter from the Lyon County Farm Service Agency for Outstanding Volunteer Assistance to FSA
  • Received Governor's Volunteer Award for outstanding service to the State of Iowa
  • Received plaque with sincere appreciation for becoming a 'Bronze Partner' by investing in FFA young people through the "Sharing With Pride" Program
2000
  • Recognized for dedication and commitment as a 2000 Silver Sponsor

This being an investment in members of agricultural education organizations served by the Iowa FFA Foundation

  • Certificate of Appreciation awarded to the Central Lyon FFA Chapter for outstanding volunteer service to the Lyon County Farm Service Agency
  • The Lyon County Extension Service recognizes the Central Lyon FFA for their oustanding service in promoting Farm Safety
1999
  • Recognized for dedication and commitment as a 1999 Sponsor

This being an investment in members of agricultural education organizations served by the Iowa FFA Foundation

1998
  • Chapter Star in Agribusiness
  • Outstanding Committee Leadership
  • Recognized for dedication and commitment as a 1998 Silver

This being an investment in members of agricultural education organizations served by the Iowa FFA Foundation

  • 1998 Superior National Chapter Award, received from the National FFA Organization
1997
  • Recognized for dedication and commitment as a 1997 Silver Sponsor

This being an investment in members of agricultural education organizations served by the Iowa FFA Foundation

1996
  • BOAC Award for Achievements in Community Development

Sponsored by RJR Nabisco Foundation, Inc.

  • Received the 1996 Superior National Chapter Award from the National FFA Organization
1995
  • BOAC Award for Achievements in Community Development

Sponsored by RJR Nabisco Foundation, Inc.

  • Triple Crown Award, recieved at 67th annual convention

Superior Chapter, Building Our American Communities, and Superior Safety

  • Bronze Award from the Iowa FFA Alumni Association

Recognized for outstanding achievement in publicizing its SAE and/or classroom/laboratory activities

1994
  • BOAC Award for Achievements in Community Development

Sponsored by RJR Nabisco Foundantion, Inc.

1993
  • Triple Crown Award, received at 65th annual convention

Superior Chapter, Building Our American Communities, and Superior Safety

  • BOAC Award for Achievements in Community Development

Sponsored by RJR Nabisco Foundation, Inc.

  • State Award from the BOAC

Sponsored by R.J. Reynolds Industries, Inc.

1992
  • National FFA Chapter Safety Award- Superior Safety Award
  • National FFA Chapter Award- Superior Chapter Award
1989
  • Area Award from the BOAC

Sponsored by R J R Nabisco, Inc.

1988
  • Area Award from the BOAC

Sponsored by R J R Nabisco, Inc.

  • State Award from the BOAC

Sponsored by R.J. Reynolds Industries, Inc.

1987
  • Area Award from the BOAC

Sponsored by R J R Nabisco, Inc.

  • Betterment Council

In appreciation for your services on the jogging course at Westside Park

  • State Award from the BOAC

Sponsored by R.J. Reynolds Industries, Inc.

1986
  • Area Award from the BOAC

Sponsored by R.J. Reynolds Industries, Inc.

  • State Award from the BOAC

Sponsored by R.J. Reynolds Industries, Inc.

1985
  • Area Award from the BOAC

Sponsored by R.J. Reynolds Industries, Inc.

1973
  • Tim Burke-National FFA-Jamaica Pig Chain Project

sponsored by National Organization FFA and the Iowa Association FFA

The Central Lyon FFA in Rock Rapids contributed to this project which was a salute to Tim Burke, New Hampton, Iowa, who served during the year 1972-73 as the first National FFA President from Iowa

The Central Lyon Community School District offers career and technical programs in the following areas of study: Business Education, Family & Consumer Sciences Education, Industrial Arts Education and Vocation Agriculture Education. It is the policy of the Central Lyon Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. Inquiries or grievances may be directed to the Superintendent, Central Lyon CSD, 1010 S. Greene St., Rock Rapids, IA 51246, (712) 472-2664, superintendent@centrallyon.org. Please see District Board Policies for additional information on grievance procedures.