Kayla Richter, Monroe Central FFA Instructor

The Golden Owl Award is presented by Ohio FFA, Ohio Farm Bureau, Farm Credit Mid-America, Ag Credit and Nationwide Insurance. This award recognizes agricultural educators for their tremendous contributions in preparing the next generation of leaders who will change the world. Farm Bureau was excited to be a part of this award presented to Kayla Richter, Monroe Central FFA instructor. The Golden Owl allows Farm Bureau to extend its  support to agricultural educators who devote countless hours and often their own resources to impact their students.

In the fall there were 521 nominations received for 126 different teachers throughout Ohio. Ten teachers were selected as finalists, and we are extremely proud that Kayla Richter was selected as one of the top 10. Richter will receive $500 in support of her local FFA Chapter.

Photo: (L to R) John Ball, Kari Ball Insurance Agency; Betsy Anderson, Sr. Organization Director Ohio Farm Bureau Federation; Kayla Richter, Monroe Central FFA instructor; and Jessica Parrish, Executive Director Ohio FFA Foundation.

To grow a network and gain perspective and knowledge in the industry through personal and professional development has been invaluable. Every day I learn and grow.
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Ryanna Tietje

Henry County Farm Bureau

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Matt Aultman

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Bill and Charlotte Wachtman

Henry County

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Gretchan Francis

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Hannah Kiser

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Chad Ruhl

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Mary Smallsreed

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