Wahpeton

Mission Statement

The Wahpeton FFA will be a dynamic force for agricultural education, empowering every member to reach their fullest potential, leaving a lasting positive legacy in our community, and shaping a sustainable future for agriculture.

Student Leaders

Office	Name	Biography
Chapter President	Marisa Mumm	Marisa Mumm is a senior at Wahpeton High School and is serving as the Wahpeton FFA Chapter President, for 2026-27. This is Marisa's sixth year in FFA, and third as a chapter officer. A highlight of Marisa's FFA journey to this point would be having the privilege of reciting the FFA Creed at our chapter's 70th Anniversary FFA Banquet. Doing so that evening marked the THIRD generation in her family doing so at a Wahpeton FFA Banquet, following both her father and grandfather by "standing solid for her part in that inspiring task." Marisa's other activities in the FFA have included a trip to WLC, attendance at three FFA Next Gen Conferences, ND FFA Fall Leadership Conferences, ND State FFA Conventions, and National FFA Conventions. In addition to this dedicated involvement, Marisa has been a successful three time contestant in the National FFA Agriscience Fair, and also taken part in Parliamentary Procedure, FFA Creed, Greenhand Quiz, and Ag Sales LDE's and CDE's. When not busy with FFA, Marisa also takes part in DECA, 4-H, Archery, and Trap Shooting. She is employed at her family's farm. After high school, her plans are to attend North Dakota State University (NDSU) and major in Ag Buisness or Ag Economics.
Chapter Vice President	Makenna Manock	Makena Manock was elected as Wahpeton's 2026-2027 FFA Vice President. She is a senior at Wahpeton Senior High and has been active in FFA for the previous three years. A highlight of Makenna's FFA involvement to this point came during National FFA Convention last year where she experienced the excitement of being in FFA. Her favorite FFA memory was getting to meet Tristan Parker at National Convention last year. Makenna has been a Small Animal Care team member each year, she also competes in employment skills, advanced quiz, parliamentary procedure, ag sales, and enviormental and natural resources. Outside of FFA, Makenna is active in HOSA and is a team member of the Wahpeton High School Trap team. She also holds a job as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Her plans after high school are to attend South Dakota State University (SDSU) to major in nursing and minor in military science.
Chapter Secretary	Austin Formaneck	Austin is a sophomore at Wahpeton High School, and is serving as our 2026-2027 chapter secretary. This is Austin's 4th year in FFA, first as a chapter officer. His favorite FFA memory is going to National Convention last year. Austin competes in Ag sales, Parlimentary Procedure, and Enviormental and Natural Resources. Outside of FFA, Austin plays for our Wahpeton Baseball team and is a trumpet player in our school's band. He also works for Wahpeton Daily News during the school year and coaches little league baseball in the summer.
Chapter Treasurer	Hudson Miller	Hudson Miller is the 2026-27 Wahpeton FFA Treasurer. He is a junior at Wahpeton High School. This is Hudson's fifth year of FFA involvement, and second as a chapter officer. Hudson's favorite FFA memory was our recent officer retreat. Hudson has been active in Parlimentary Procedure, Agronomy, Small Animal Care, but this year he has intentions of also doing Ag Sales and Ag mMchanics. Outside of FFA, Hudson is also a member of the Wahpeton Trap Shooting team and the Twin Town Archery team. He currently works at Ryan Miller Farms inc.
Chapter Sentinel	Hannah Moderow	Hannah Moderow is a senior at Wahpeton High School, and is serving as our chapters 2026-2027 sentinel. This is Hannah's 7th year in FFA and second as a officer. Her favorite memory was our recent officer retreat. In FFA, Hannah has competed in parlimentry procedure, extemporaneous speaking, and ag communications. Outside of FFA, Hannah is a team manager for Wahpeton boys tennis, a player for the Wahpeton's girl tennis team, and is also involved in DECA. Hannah works at Cenex Travel Center in Wahpeton. After high school, Hannah is undecided in where she wants to go to college, but would like to major in Elementary Education and minor in special education.
Chapter Reporter	Shaylyn Markland	Shaylyn Markland is a sophomore at Wahpeton High School and is serving as our 2026-2027 chapter reporter. This is Shaylyn's second year in FFA. Her favorite memories in FFA are attending this year's and last year's Fall Leadership Conferences, and the morning of parli practice when our chapter's Vice President and President made a TikTok. Shaylyn is competing in Parlimentry Procedure this year, and is also going to compete in Small Animal Care. Outside of FFA, Shaylyn is in our Schools band, is an active scout, and is on the Twin Town Archery team.
Chapter Junior Officer	Kaylee Berg	Kaylee Berg is a sophomore at Wahpeton High School and is serving as our chapters 2026-2027 chapter assitant vice president. This is Kaylee's second year in FFA. Her favorite FFA memory was Fall Leadership last year. She competes in Horse Evaluation and Small animal care. Outside of FFA Kaylee works at her family's farm.
Chapter Junior Officer	Aidyn Mistic	Aidyn is a sophomore at Wahpeton High School and is currently serving as our chapter's 2026-2027 assistant secretary. Aidyn has been in FFA for 4 years and this is his first year as a chapter officer. Aidyn's favorite FFA memory was going to Fall Leadership for the first time. Aidyn competes in agronomy, milk and dairy products, and ENR. Aidyn is also trying advanced quiz and parli pro this year. Outside of FFA, Aidyn is in Taekwondo, Theatre and E-sports.

Program Vision Statements

To foster a more informed community by hosting educational events, advocating for sustainable practices, and supporting local producers, all to increase awareness of agricultural issues and the food system.
Our members will serve as leading advocates for American agriculture, actively educating the public and policymakers about its technological advancements and vital role in our everyday lives.
To make a meaningful and lasting impact in our community through dedicated volunteerism, educating elementary students about agriculture, and stewarding our resources to strengthen local food systems.
Take steps necessary to engage and empower young members to get on the path to success in the FFA.
Our chapter will foster a welcoming and engaging environment where every member can discover their unique strengths, develop interpersonal skills, and pursue personal growth and career success through diverse agricultural education opportunities.

Student Committees

Committee	Committee Summary and Objectives
Growing Leaders - Career Success Chair: Makenna Manock	Activities that promote student involvement and growth through agriculture-related experiences and/or entrepreneurship and promote career readiness.
Growing Leaders - Healthy Lifestyle Chair: Hannah Moderow	Activities that promote the well-being of students mentally or physically, in achieving the positive evolution of the whole person.
Growing Leaders - Leadership Chair: Makenna Manock	Activities that help the individual develop technical, human relations and decision-making skills to grow leaders.
Growing Leaders - Personal Growth Chair: Austin Formaneck	Activities conducted that improve the identity and self-awareness of members. These activities should reflect members’ unique talents and potential by reinforcing their human and employability skills. The activities should strive to enhance the quality of life and contribute to members’ life goals and development.
Growing Leaders - Scholarship Chair: Hannah Moderow	Activities that develop a positive attitude toward lifelong learning experiences.
Building Communities - Citizenship Chair: Makenna Manock	Activities conducted to encourage members to become active, involved citizens of their school, community, and country.
Building Communities - Economic Development Chair: Aidyn Mistic	Activities conducted to improve the economic welfare of the community.
Building Communities - Environmental Chair: Hudson Miller	Activities conducted to preserve natural resources and develop more environmentally responsible individuals.
Building Communities - Human Resources Chair: Makenna Manock	Activities conducted to improve the welfare and well-being of members and citizens of the community.
Building Communities - Stakeholder Engagement Chair: Aidyn Mistic	Activities conducted to develop teamwork and cooperation between the local chapter and stakeholders.
Strengthening Agriculture - Agricultural Advocacy Chair: Hannah Moderow	Refers to actively supporting, promoting, and defending agriculture to various audiences. Agricultural advocates work to influence public opinion, shape policy, and gain support for agricultural practices and policies. The purpose of agricultural advocacy is to build trust, address misconceptions, and secure support for the agricultural industry. Students within the chapter might target their efforts toward policymakers, consumers, industry stakeholders, and the general public.
Strengthening Agriculture - Agricultural Literacy Chair: Hudson Miller	Refers to the understanding of basic concepts related to agriculture, including its processes, history, and importance to society and the economy. The purpose of agricultural literacy is to educate individuals, especially those with little or no direct connection to agriculture, about how agriculture impacts their daily lives. Students within the chapter might target their efforts toward other students, educators, consumers, and the general public.
Strengthening Agriculture - Chapter Recruitment Chair: Hannah Moderow	Activities conducted to increase in engagement or enrollment in agricultural education and/or FFA membership and encourage greater participation.
Strengthening Agriculture - Safety Chair: Shaylyn Markland	Activities that enhance safety in the community.
Strengthening Agriculture - Support Group Chair: Hudson Miller	Activities conducted to develop and maintain positive relations among FFA, parents and community leaders interested in supporting agricultural education.