Callie Rae Childers

Ella Ruth Coghlan
July 17, 2026
Mason Smith
July 17, 2026
Ella Ruth Coghlan
July 17, 2026
Mason Smith
July 17, 2026

Hometown: Hartselle, AL

 

SAE: 

Beef Production, Show Cattle Management, Small Animal Production & Care, & Ag Communications

 

Favorite FFA memory: 

Learning the line dance to “Fishin in the Dark” at the 2024 FFA State Convention Social!

 

Favorite book: 

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

 

Favorite movie: 

Top Gun

 

Favorite food: 

Chicken Caesar Salad

 

Favorite quote: 

“I’m not afraid of failure; I’m afraid of succeeding at things that don’t matter.” 

– William Carey

 

Future plans: 

After my year of service, I plan to attend Liberty University in Virginia to pursue a degree in Digital Media & Journalism. My goal is to combine my passion for agriculture, storytelling, and communication to become a voice for the agriculture industry, advocate for farmers and producers, and help bridge the gap between agriculture and consumers through impactful media.

 

Hobby’s: 

Sewing, Running, Photography, Crafting/Creating

 

What are you most excited about during your year of service? 

Meeting each of you is what I’m most excited about! I truly believe the blue jacket is powerful because of the incredible people who wear it alongside me. I can’t wait to learn your names, hear your stories, celebrate your successes, encourage you through your challenges, and call you friend! If you ever see me out and about, please don’t be a stranger!