Eighteen high school students from across Indiana are vying for seven coveted state officer positions in the Indiana FFA Organization, entering a competitive selection process that will culminate at this year’s state convention in June.
The candidates will undergo a rigorous series of interviews and evaluations during the 97th Indiana FFA State Convention, with final selections announced June 18 at The Riverview Health Arena in Noblesville. Those chosen will serve as president, secretary, northern region vice president, southern region vice president, treasurer, reporter and sentinel — leadership roles that help guide one of the state’s largest student organizations, which includes more than 14,400 members.
State officers play a central role in shaping the direction of agricultural education and student leadership across Indiana. Over the course of a year, they travel extensively to visit local chapters, lead leadership conferences and organize career and leadership development events, while also serving as ambassadors for agriculture and the FFA.
The 2026–27 candidates represent a broad cross-section of Indiana communities and FFA chapters:
- Baron Riley, Crothersville FFA
- Claire Linette, Jasper FFA
- Dallas Quick, Boonville FFA
- Disaree Smith, South Decatur FFA
- Duncan Baitz, McCutcheon High School FFA
- Elizar Aldaz, Tri-County FFA
- Ethan Sheets, Clinton Central FFA Chapter
- Garrett Schwering, North Decatur FFA
- Hayden Stookey, Tippecanoe Valley FFA
- Jaylynn Goodwin, Southridge FFA
- Jeanna Crawford, Franklin County FFA
- Jentri Wallace, Rushville FFA
- Jessie Frazee, Fountain Central FFA
- Kaitlyn Kalbaugh, William Henry Harrison FFA
- Katie McClain, Carroll at Flora FFA
- Khloe Hinojosa, Warsaw FFA
- Olivia Shidler, Clay City FFA
- Stone Stauch, South Putnam FFA
The annual selection underscores the enduring reach of Indiana FFA, where students continue to pursue leadership opportunities tied to agriculture — a cornerstone of the state’s economy and identity. In June, seven of these candidates will step into highly visible roles, tasked with representing thousands of their peers while promoting agricultural education across the state.
