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Texas FFA Recognizes 2025 Here by the Owl Educator of the Year Award    
Thursday, July 10, 2025 | Author: Texas FFA News
 

The Here by the Owl Educator of the Year Award recognizes agricultural science educators' tremendous contributions to helping the next generation of agricultural leaders. Students, parents, fellow teachers, and other supporters can nominate their favorite agricultural teacher and summarize what makes him or her the best in the state.

The nomination process opened in late April to see more than 175 unduplicated entities. The committee reviewed all nominations and utilized a rubric to determine the top nominee from each area and the overall winner.

During the final general session of the 97th Annual Texas FFA Convention, the 2025 Here by the Owl Educator of the Year Award was announced to be Jay Newton, Vega FFA. 



From the award's conception, the Texas Farm Bureau eagerly supported the effort as the sole sponsor. 

"Texas Farm Bureau is deeply committed to advocating for agriculture and education across our great state," said Texas Farm Bureau in a letter addressed to nominees. "Your passion and dedication inspire your students to explore the diverse and dynamic field of agriculture, equipping them with the knowledge and skills necessary for a prosperous future. Your influence extends beyond the classroom, fostering a culture of curiosity, innovation, and respect for the agricultural heritage that sustains us all."



Each area nominee that advanced to the final selection received $300 and an engraved plaque. The winner of Texas FFA's Here by the Owl Educator of the Year award received $1,400 and the coveted Here by the Owl trophy.

The 2025 final nominees of the Here by the Owl Educator of the Year Award were:

Area I – Jay Newton, Vega
Area II – Dana Sparks, Iraan
Area III – Rebecca Brummond, Klein
Area IV – Savannah Bowers, Stephenville
Area V – Micah Davidson, Valley View
Area VI – Andrea Shafer, Union Grove
Area VII – Joshua Anderson, James Madison
Area VIII – Jordon Bien, Brownsboro
Area IX – Cheyenne Wilson, Livingston
Area X – Fernando Rodriguez, Zapata
Area XI – Renee Territo, Magnolia West
Area XII – Brandi Liere, Franklin

 
   
 
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