KHS Graduate Makes History With American FFA Degree

Kearney High School graduate Stella DePrenger has made history as the first member of the Kearney FFA chapter to earn the prestigious American FFA Degree!

Stella, a member of the KHS Class of 2025, received the honor Oct. 24 during the 99th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis.

The American FFA Degree is one of the organization's highest honors, recognizing exceptional achievement in agricultural education, leadership, career development and community service. Fewer than 1% of FFA members nationwide earn this distinction.

Recipients must demonstrate substantial hands-on experience through a supervised agricultural experience program, outstanding leadership and civic involvement, and at least 50 hours of community service. More than 5,800 members nationwide received the degree this year.

Stella is currently a sophomore at Northwest Missouri State University, where she is majoring in agricultural science.

This historic achievement is a wonderful reflection of Stella's dedication, perseverance and commitment to excellence. It also marks an exciting milestone for the Kearney FFA chapter and our district's agricultural education program.

Please join us in congratulating Stella on this remarkable accomplishment! We're proud to see another Kearney School District Bulldog achieving great things beyond graduation!