Katy ISD FFA Celebrates Record-Breaking Auction Season

Annual livestock auction generates $1.2 million, the highest total in event history

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

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The 2026 Katy ISD Livestock Show and Rodeo was a record-breaking season for FFA students, with the annual livestock auction generating $1.2 million in student support - the highest total in event history. This accomplishment is the result of thousands of hours of student preparation and the unwavering support of families, alumni, and businesses.

Why it matters

The Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show and Rodeo is a long-standing tradition that provides students with valuable opportunities to showcase their hard work and connect with the local community. This record-breaking year reflects the strong commitment of Katy ISD students, families, and supporters to agricultural education and the FFA program.

The details

More than 600 Katy ISD students proudly showcased projects that reflected months of hard work, perseverance, and community support. A total of 687 students (exhibitors) participated in the livestock show, with 161 students participating in the auction. Students must place in the livestock show to appear in the auction, and add-on sales remain open through Monday, Feb. 23 at 5 p.m. to allow supporters to contribute to students whose animals were not purchased in the live auction.

  • The 2026 Katy ISD Livestock Show and Rodeo took place in February 2026.
  • The auction is still open through Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5 p.m.

The players

Ken Gregorski

Katy ISD Superintendent

James Cross

Katy ISD Board of Trustee

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What they’re saying

“More than 600 of our students proudly showcased projects that reflected months of hard work, perseverance and parent and community support. Every auction bid and every add-on is more than a contribution, it's a belief in our students' work ethic, responsibility and future success.”

— Ken Gregorski, Katy ISD Superintendent (katymagazineonline.com)

“The Katy Livestock Show and Rodeo is one of my favorite events of the year. It is such a visible way our students get to connect with our community. The community gets to see first-hand the work that goes into an event like this.”

— James Cross, Katy ISD Board of Trustee (katymagazineonline.com)

What’s next

The add-on sales for the Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show and Rodeo will remain open through Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5 p.m., allowing supporters to contribute to students whose animals were not purchased in the live auction.

The takeaway

The record-breaking success of the 2026 Katy ISD FFA Livestock Show and Rodeo auction demonstrates the strong commitment of Katy ISD students, families, and the broader community to agricultural education and the FFA program. This event continues to be a cherished tradition that showcases the hard work and talents of Katy's young agricultural leaders.