2011-2012 State Sentinel Christy Poirier

Christy Poirier is currently serving as the 2011-2012 Washington FFA State Sentinel. A graduate of Waitsburg High School in District VI, Christy grew up on her famly’s beef ranch. She is excited to serve the Washington FFA for the coming year. In her of year service Christy will travel around the state of Washington as well as the nation promoting the National FFA Organization and agriculture. She will speak to thousands of members and will deliver numerous presentations and workshops.

During high school Christy was very active in FFA. She competed in the Creed, Prepared Public Speaking, Parliamentary Procedure, Sales and Service, Job Interview and Livestock Judging competitions. Additionally, she was President and Secretary of the Waitsburg FFA Chapter. Christy also twice served as the District VI’s Reporter.

Christy’s supervised agricultural experience consisted of breeding, raising, marketing, and selling her own herd of Black Angus cattle. She also raised market hogs for her local county fairs. Her SAE led her recognition as the District VI Star Farmer and the Diversified Livestock Production Proficiency award winner.

Christy was a member and officer of her high school’s ASB, a National Honor Society officer, and a member of Leo’s Service Club. She also was active in the Youth and Government program and Young Life. She was a varsity track and field and basketball athlete.  During her four years of high school, Christy contributed over 140 hours of service towards her community through events including Relay for Life, food drives and community events throughout the Walla Walla Valley.

In fall 2012, Christy will attend Washington State University tand double major in Agricultural Education and Communication.