The Avery County Board of Education proudly recognized the Avery FFA Team for their outstanding achievement as Champions of the National Turfgrass Science Invitational. The team, comprised of Aaron King, Eli Church, Finley Trivett, and Preston Burnop, competed against schools nationwide and secured an impressive 1st Place victory as Team Avery.
In addition to the team’s success, two students earned top individual honors at the event. Aaron King achieved 1st Place in individual scoring, while Eli Church followed closely behind, earning 2nd Place.
A special thank you was also extended to their leader and teacher, Mr. Dewyane Krege, for his dedication, guidance, and support in preparing the team for this prestigious competition. His leadership played a vital role in the team’s success.
The board commended these students and their teacher for their hard work, commitment, and exceptional representation of Avery County Schools on the national stage. Congratulations to the Avery FFA Team and Mr. Krege for this remarkable accomplishment!