Westfield Teacher Finalist for FFA Honor

Chris Kaufman, Agri Science Teacher at Westfield High School, has been named a finalist for the FFA Indiana Golden Owl Award. He received the news during a class, presented by the students who nominated him, WHS administration, and representatives from the FFA and Nationwide.

Educators devote limitless time, and often their own resources, to helping students pursue their passions. To recognize the contributions of Indiana’s leading agricultural teachers, the Indiana FFA and Nationwide are honoring 8 exceptional teachers as finalists for the Golden Owl Award.

From November 1st to December 31st, nominations were collected for the state’s top agricultural teachers from local students, parents, fellow teachers and community members across Indiana.

Each finalist was presented with an individualized plaque in front of fellow teachers and students and received a $500 check to support future educational efforts. Next, they’ll be entered into a final selection stage for the chance to be crowned as Indiana Ag Educator of the Year, earning an additional $3,000 Nationwide-funded check and the coveted Golden Owl Award trophy.