Lewiston High School Launches New FFA Chapter

The school's new agriculture education program aims to develop student leadership and career readiness.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 1:04am

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Lewiston High School has officially established a Future Farmers of America (FFA) chapter, expanding agricultural education opportunities for students and adding to the school's Career and Technical Education programs. The chapter's charter was signed during the Idaho FFA State Leadership Conference in Twin Falls, marking the school's entry into the national organization focused on leadership development, personal growth and career readiness through agriculture.

Why it matters

The new FFA program at Lewiston High School provides students with hands-on experience in agriculture while helping them build leadership skills and explore potential career pathways in the industry. This aligns with the district's broader effort to offer diverse learning opportunities that prepare students for future careers and leadership roles.

The details

FFA advisor Gabby Johnson said the chapter represents a new foundation for students, noting they are helping build the program from the ground up with support from the school and community. Superintendent Tim Sperber said adding an agriculture program strengthens the district's existing CTE offerings and supports student development beyond the classroom.

  • The chapter's charter was signed during the Idaho FFA State Leadership Conference in Twin Falls on April 4, 2026.

The players

Gabby Johnson

The FFA advisor at Lewiston High School who is helping to build the new chapter.

Tim Sperber

The superintendent of the Lewiston School District, who said the new agriculture program strengthens the district's CTE offerings.

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What they’re saying

“The chapter represents a new foundation for students, and we are helping build the program from the ground up with support from the school and community.”

— Gabby Johnson, FFA Advisor

“Adding an agriculture program strengthens our existing CTE offerings and supports student development beyond the classroom.”

— Tim Sperber, Superintendent

What’s next

The new FFA chapter at Lewiston High School will begin recruiting students and planning activities for the upcoming school year.

The takeaway

Lewiston High School's new FFA chapter represents an important expansion of agricultural education and career-focused learning opportunities for students in the district. By providing hands-on experience and leadership development, the program aims to prepare the next generation of agricultural professionals and community leaders.