In June, agricultural educators from across the state came together in San Luis Obispo for the CATA Summer Conference. We proudly congratulate those recognized for their hard work and dedication to their schools, students, and the agricultural education profession!
Outstanding Educators
Outstanding Teacher: Heather Thomas, Colusa HS
Outstanding Young Teacher: Jessica Campbell, Golden West HS
Outstanding Teacher Mentor: Jenny Lynn Oilar Svejda, Red Bluff HS
Pathway Teachers of the Year
Pathway Teacher of the Year (Ag Business): Christine Ready, Nipomo HS
Pathway Teacher of the Year (Agriscience): Kaylee Santos, Clovis East HS
Pathway Teacher of the Year (Ag Mechanics): Brian Donovan, Kingsburg HS
Pathway Teacher of the Year (Animal Science): Jennifer Knight, Clovis East HS
Pathway Teacher of the Year (Forestry & Natural Resources): Hannah Wrenn, Quincy HS
Pathway Teacher of the Year (Ornamental Horticulture): Aireal Covey, Clovis East HS
Pathway Teacher of the Year (Plant & Soil Science): Martha Marin, Clovis East HS
Ideas Unlimited
Jackie Taylor-Atkinson, Reedley HS
Teachers of Excellence
Adie Amador, Delhi HS
Celia Casso, Merced College
Kayla Coughlin, Marysville HS
Sara Araujo, Santa Maria HS
Gene Lieb, Firebaugh HS
Kristin Mayo, Southwest HS
Natalie Scheussler, Bakersfield HS
Kattie Sanchez, Modesto JC
Devin Yates, Red Bluff HS
Maigen Scritchfield, Surprise Valley HS
Outstanding Programs
Outstanding 1 Person Program: Reedley Middle College HS
Outstanding 2 Person Program: La Habra HS
Outstanding 3 Person Program: Kingsburg HS
Outstanding 4 Person Program: Mira Monte HS
Outstanding 5-6 Person Program: Firebaugh HS
Outstanding 7+ Person Program: Elk Grove HS
Outstanding Middle School Program: Paragon Collegiate Academy
Outstanding 4+ Person Secondary Program & Overall State Winner: CSU Fresno
Congratulations to all the awardees for their dedication and excellence in agricultural education! Your commitment inspires the next generation of leaders in agriculture.
