Jesika Holloway is in her 10th year teaching at Haralson County High School where she offers both the Horticulture and Animal Science pathways to her students. Her love for agriculture education and FFA began when she was an FFA member at Temple High School in Carroll County, leading her to pursue a degree in agricultural education and further her education with a master’s and specialist degree to better serve her students. Jesika’s favorite part of being an agricultural educator is spending time truly getting to know her students, instilling them with a passion for agriculture, and, of course, attending Summer Leadership Camp (the best week you will spend investing in your students all year!). Out of her 10 years of experience, Mrs. Holloway believes that her greatest accomplishment in the classroom is the number of students she has taught who are now actively engaged in the agricultural community – “It has been truly an amazing experience watching my students become agricultural majors, future Ag. Ed. teachers, or even establishing themselves in an agricultural industry. It inspires me to know that because of my impact on my students, the future of agriculture will continue to grow and flourish with bright individuals.” When asked what her words of wisdom for new teachers would be, Mrs. Holloway responded with, “My biggest piece of advice for new ag. teachers is to ask for help. It took me a while to find my groove, and I'm still continuing to learn each and every year through the advice of my peers. If there's one thing I've learned over the years it’s you can always count on your FFAmily.” Thank you Mrs. Holloway for your passion and dedication to your students and agricultural education!