The Spring Branch FFA Alumni Association hosted its 2025 FFA Show & Sale at the district’s Agricultural Science Center, continuing a long-standing tradition that recognizes the dedication, skills, and achievements of student exhibitors. The event provides students with a platform to showcase their work, gain hands-on experience, and secure funding for their education, while also demonstrating the impact of Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs available at SBISD high schools, the Guthrie Center, and the Agricultural Science Center.
Students exhibited their livestock, agricultural projects, and floral arrangements, highlighting the knowledge and skills they have developed through FFA. Family members, friends, and community supporters gathered to celebrate their accomplishments and support their future endeavors. More than just an agricultural program, FFA equips students with leadership, teamwork, and problem-solving skills that translate into a wide range of career opportunities. Established in 1928, the program was founded by young farmers who recognized the need to prepare future generations to address the challenges of feeding a growing world.
Through FFA and SBISD’s CTE Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (AFNR) programs—including Animal Science, Plant Science, and Veterinary Medicine—students gain industry expertise, leadership experience, and practical skills that bridge classroom learning with real-world applications. The Show & Sale not only highlights student achievements but also reinforces the district’s commitment to T-2-4 and preparing students for success beyond high school.
One of the most anticipated moments of the event was the live auction, where community members bid on student livestock and projects to help fund scholarships and future educational opportunities.
Thanks to the generosity of SBISD supporters, this year’s Show & Sale raised more than $500,000 to support student participants.
2025 FFA Show & Sale Results
Livestock
Broilers
Grand Champion: Vanessa De La Torre - SWHS
Reserve Grand Champion: Catherine Perez - SHS
Turkeys
Grand Champion: Catherine Perez - SHS
Reserve Grand Champion: Lily Wilson - MHS
Lambs
Grand Champion: Ariana Silva - SHS
Reserve Grand Champion: Flor Gasca - WAIS
Lamb Showmanship
Grand Champion Showmanship: Flor Gasca - WAIS
Reserve Grand Champion Showmanship - Ophylia Luu - SHS
Goats
Grand Champion: Gretchen Loveless - SHS
Reserve Grand Champion: Victoria Green - SWHS
Goat Showmanship
Grand Champion Showmanship: Samantha Hayes - MHS
Reserve Grand Champion Showmanship: Victoria Green - SWHS
Steer
Grand Champion: Camden Hopper - SHS
Reserve Grand Champion: Wilson Swinbank - MHS
Steer Showmanship
Grand Champion Showmanship: Camden Hopper - SHS
Reserve Grand Champion Showmanship: Genaro Bustamante - AOC
Heifer
Grand Champion: Edie Wong - SHS
Heifer Showmanship
Grand Champion Showmanship: Edie Wong - SHS
Swine
Grand Champion: Emily Valicek - MHS
Reserve Grand Champion: Grace Smith - WAIS
Swine Showmanship
Grand Champion Showmanship: Abby Green - MHS
Reserve Grand Champion Showmanship: Emily Valicek - MHS
Non-Livestock
High-Point Winner: Elise Bernadac - SHS
Ag-Mechanics Division
Grand Champion: Camden Hopper - SHS
Reserve Grand Champion: Elise Bernadac - SHS
3rd Place: Sophie Bernadac - WAIS
4th Place: Garrett Green - MHS
Agriscience Fair Division
1st Place: Elise Bernadac - SHS
2nd Place: Sophie Bernadac - WAIS
3rd Place: Khamari THomas - SHS
Creative Arts Division
Grand Champion: Abby Green - MHS
Reserve Grand Champion: Charlotte Moore - SHS
2-D Art
1st Place: Abby Green - MHS
2nd Place: Addison Knape - MHS
Decorative and Functional Crafts
1st Place: Elise Bernadac - SHS
2nd Place: Vanessa De La Torre - SWHS
Textile Design and Three Dimensional
1st Place: Charlotte Moore - SHS
2nd Place: Tamryn Anderson - MHS
Food Division
Overall
Grand Champion: Claire Bernadac - SHS
Reserve Grand Champion: Catherine Perez - SHS
Cookies
1st Place: Melia Narazaki-Preston - SHS
2nd Place: Claire Bernadac - SHS
Cakes
1st Place: Campbell Crawford - SHS
2nd Place: Charlotte Moore - SHS
Pies
1st Place: Addison Knape - MHS
2nd Place: Melia Narazaki-Preston - SHS
Canning
1st Place: Scott Eckert - SHS
2nd Place: Elise Bernadac - SHS
Bread
1st Place: Catherine Perez - SHS
2nd Place: Emerson Bryant - SHS
Candy
1st Place: Wilson Swinbank - MHS
2nd Place: Charlotte Moore - SHS
Horticulture Division
Overall
Grand Champion: Campbell Crawford - SHS
Reserve Grand Champion: Lily Wilson - MHS
Container Gardens
1st Place: Campbell Crawford - SHS
2nd Place: Summer Barrett - SHS
Cut Floral Arrangements
1st Place: Lily Wilson - MHS
2nd Place: Elise Bernadac - SHS
Photography Division
1st Place: Charlotte Moore - SHS
2nd Place: Camden Hopper - SHS
3rd Place: Melia Narazaki-Preston - SHS
4th Place: Sophie Bernadac - WAIS
SBISD extends a heartfelt thank you to our sponsors, community members, and supporters who support our students and programs.
We look forward to seeing the incredible achievements of our FFA students in the years to come!
Learn more about SBISDs FFA program and CTE opportunities at https://online.springbranchisd.com/cte/index.html.
View photos from the event at https://springbranchisd.smugmug.com/FFA-Show-Sale-2025.