The Annual Pasco Agriculture and Trade Show was held at TRAC January 5th and 6th. Its purpose is to inform individuals in the agricultural community about th
e newest federal and state policies related to agriculture and how those policies will affect farmers in
our area. It is also an avenue to distribute information about new techniques that are being used to improve efficiency of operation and address environmental concerns.
A series of guest speakers participated, including Congressman Doc Hastings as a key presenter. The Congressman discussed the new administration’s stance on the removal of the Columbia and Snake River dams and what his office was doing to prevent that from happening.
Kamiakin Agriculture and FFA students were invited to participate and have a booth
where they could showcase the different projects they are working on at school. Both individual projects and FFA projects at Kamiakin were showcased. Students presented their program of activities for National Chapter (FFA). The students created three Tri-fold posters, one for each of the three development areas and then listed and had pictures of all the projects that we do within the chapter. Samples of different projects were shared representing metal art, centerpieces, and our stuffed fish (used in the teaching program) which was displayed on the table in front of the posters.
Kamiakin High School Agriculture and FFA students attending the Pasco Ag Show have an opportunity to meet Congressman Doc Hastings. Picture are: Congressman Doc Hastings, Kristina Lizotte, Junior, Kayla Emineth, Sophomore, Emily Perry, Junior, and Rachelle Lizotte, Freshman.
am Shick, district Food Service Director. This two day event began with a discussion on reading food labels, proper portion size, nutrition dense foods (eating around the rainbow), daily caloric needs and planning a healthy and convenient snack. Day two was preparation and judging day. The students went right to work and prepared their snacks for judging.
The teams of students prepared a presentation plate and enough small samples for everyone in the class to have a taste. The competition was close with two judges tied and the third judge determining a winner by only 3 points. Comments from the students included, “It was fun” and “couldn’t have been better.” “I enjoyed the experience very much” supported the success of the students! We will invite Sam - The Food Dude - back next semester.
Kennewick High School first and second year American Sign Language students planned and implemented a Christmas party for local deaf and hard of hearing children and their families last month. Activities for the kids included cookie decorating, face painting, craft projects, and a bouncy castle.
