Focusing on the History of Agricultural Education and Rural America
What type of new year resolutions did you make? Many resolutions focus on weight loss or exercise, but some people may resolve to get their financial affairs in order. One hundred years ago if you were experiencing extreme financial difficulties, Continue reading County Poor Farms (1/16/2026)
in·sig·ni·a, noun, a badge or distinguishing mark of military rank, office, or membership in an organization, an official emblem (Oxford Languages) Footnote Preview: During the 1920s the leadership of the profession strongly believed there was a need for an insignia for Continue reading The 1927 National Vocational Agriculture Insignia Contest, and the Winner is … (1/9/2026)
Based on the title of this Footnote, what would you expect it to be about? Is it about making New Year’s Resolutions? Is it a challenge to explore new approaches to teaching this year? Is it a challenge to engage Continue reading I Dare You (1/2/2026)
In last week’s Friday Footnote it was mentioned that the HYMAX leadership academy was conducted at Camp Rising Sun. So, the question is “What is Camp Rising Sun?” To answer that question Teresa Briscoe, the Missouri FFA Executive Secretary, is Continue reading Camp Rising Sun – 80 Years of Tradition (12/19/2025)
The Oxford dictionary definition of HYPE is “extravagant or intensive publicity or promotion.” In Missouri there is a different definition of HYPE. It is an acronym for “Helping Youth Prepare for Excellence.” HYPE is a youth leadership academy designed to Continue reading HYPE and HYMAX (12/12/2025)