Vista Ridge FFA

Summer is in full swing, and our members have been staying busy!

Last week, chapter members Taylor Sanders and Parker Phillips attended the Texas A&M Livestock Judging Camp. Taylor had an excellent week, placing 3rd in the Junior Division Beef Cattle Contest and earning recognition as the Most Improved Camper in her group.

We are proud of Taylor and Parker for continuing to develop their skills and represent VR FFA throughout the summer!

Vista Ridge FFA member, Bruce Fowler received a “Texas 31 A-Lister Award” from the 31st Congressional District Representative, John Carter.

This honor comes from volunteer work Bruce has completed for Pilots N Paws. Bruce is a mission pilot and representative for the organization. Pilots N Paws connects volunteer pilots with kill shelters to transport animals to non-kill shelters, saving animals from euthanasia and providing transportation for needed medical treatment.

Bruce was also asked by the organization to serve as a Pilot Representative and speak to some of the 200,000 visitors who attend the Sun ‘n Fun airshow, which he did in April.

Bruce has his private pilot’s license and flies both plane and helicopter for these missions.

Congratulations, Bruce!

Congratulations to our members who competed in the Area XII Speaking Development Events this week!

Advancing to State: Joshua Burdick, Extemporaneous

4th Place, Sr Prepared Ag Policy - Joshua Burdick
4th Place, Sr Prepared Ag Tech & Comm - Noah Weiland
9th Place, Sr Prepared Plant Science - Dane Binnicker

The 2025–2026 Vista Ridge FFA Banquet is officially adjourned, and these photos are just a glimpse of the members and supporters we were able to recognize.

We’re grateful for everyone who makes this chapter feel like home. To our seniors, we wish you the very best as you begin your next chapter!

Introducing your 2026-2027 Area XII STATE OFFICER, Joshua Burdick!!

We cannot wait to watch Joshua’s journey unfold in his year of service. Congratulations and continue doing big things!

Huge congrats to the Ag Communications team for taking 5th overall at the Texas FFA State CDE! Mia Ostrowski also placed 7th high individually, amazing job!

Team members:
Mia Ostrowski, Noah Weiland, Vivian Reus, Will Geiger

7 of our FFA members competed at the Capital District Speaking Development Events and 3 of them are advancing to Area in 4 categories!

Area Qualifiers:
Extemporaneous & Sr Ag Policy - Joshua Burdick
Sr Ag Tech & Comm - Noah Weiland
Sr Plant Science - Dane Binnicker

3rd Place - Jr Prepared - Parker Phillips
3rd Place - Sr Natural Resources - Mia Ostrowski
3rd Place - Sr Ag Business - Will Geiger
3rd Place - Soil Stewardship - Rafe Brewster

Congratulations to all!