As the 98th National FFA Convention has just ended, I am reminded of all my past National Conventions. I first went as a freshman, who knew only two out of the fourteen people going on the trip. Although I was really nervous, it turned out to be a great first National Convention, even though we had to sit on the bus for thirty minutes at the auto parts store waiting on a battery.
That first National Convention is what encouraged me to apply to be a chapter officer and go again the next year. Every year that I went it just kept getting better. I look back on all my National Convention memories: from buying an outrageous amount of clothes at the shopping mall, going to the concert, and playing football with a shoe in the Texas Roadhouse parking lot, to meeting Dale Brisby and wishing I could go do it all again!
Thankfully, I had the opportunity this year to go again and to go as a State Officer and National Delegate. While I was a little nervous this year wouldn't compare to all my past conventions, it turned out to be one I won’t forget. If you went to National Convention this year, I hope you were able to soak up every moment and have the time of your life. If you didn't get the chance to go, I encourage you to make it happen next year! It is truly an unforgettable experience.
Still soaking it all in,
Lily Sloan
2025-2026 Indiana FFA State Treasurer
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