Tippecanoe Valley FFA members finished second in the state nursery landscaping contest this spring. Members competing included from left Reed Jones, Jailynn Evans, Hayden Stookey and Roy Baldridge. Photo provided.

News Release

AKRON — Tippecanoe Valley FFA members finished second in the state nursery landscaping contest this spring.

It was the first time Valley FFA had a team in that particular competition. Members had to identify plant materials commonly used in landscaping, take a written knowledge assessment, estimate mathematical business scenarios and apply practical skills with hands-on challenges as a team and individually.

The team was coached by Valley ag teacher Hope Slagle. Team members included Reed Jones, Jailynn Evans, Hayden Stookey and Roy Baldridge.