Aldine ISD FFA Livestock Show Returns Jan. 28-30 for 67th Year

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Aldine ISD is preparing for its 67th annual FFA (Future Farmers of America) Livestock show, scheduled for Jan. 28-30, 2026, at the M.O. Campbell Educational Center. The Sale of Champions will take place on Friday, Jan. 30 at 1 p.m. Since 1959, the annual event has been one of the district’s largest showcases, featuring students from the Agriculture Science and Technology Education Program.

The Aldine ISD FFA program serves more than 1,000 students across five FFA Chapters. Students participate in a wide range of activities associated with the livestock show including competitive and leadership experiences. This year’s event includes more than 60 students competing in the Aldine ISD Welding Contest, 130 livestock exhibitors, 50 agriscience fair projects and nearly 100 students leading educational tours for elementary and middle school.

Building on last year’s success, when the community raised $209,815 in support of students, all proceeds go directly back to students and can be used to further their education or fund projects for next year’s auction. Jennifer Gonzalez, program director of career and technical education, said she is hopeful for continued community involvement at this year’s show. 

Last year’s Grand Champion winner Donnae Banks (far right), raised the steer the Superintendent’s Group purchased for $12,500.

“This year’s Aldine ISD Livestock Show is shaping up to be bigger and better,” Gonzalez said. “The barns are full, the students are ready, and our community can expect an exciting event that celebrates dedication, agriculture, and student success. As a former Aldine ISD FFA member and agriculture teacher, my goal remains to make this show more successful each year. I invite the entire Aldine Community to be a part of an event that has shaped me into the leader I am today, as we witness many more rising stars in the arena.”

Gonzalez noted that the show has experienced steady growth in student participation, attendance, and revenue. The event also provides opportunities for students from other CTE programs to participate. Culinary arts students help operate the concession stand, and this year, audio-visual students will assist the Aldine Broadcast team with the event’s livestream.

For many students, the livestock show is an opportunity to showcase a year of hard work and the skills they have developed. Several MacArthur High School seniors shared their excitement for the event.

“I’m excited about the show so the community can see what I’ve been working on all year,” said Alyssa Martinez. “It took a lot of time and effort.”

For others, the experience highlights the responsibility and commitment is required throughout the process.

“The livestock show is important because it displays the students’ dedication,” said Carmella Espinoza. “We learn about agriculture opportunities, animal care and responsibility.”

Hugo Campa Jr. said the lessons he has gained will extend far beyond the show ring.

“For the past three years that I’ve participated in the livestock show, it has taught me dedication, discipline, and how to maintain a routine,” said Hugo Campa Jr. “Those are skills I plan to take with me after high school.

Through participation in the livestock show, students are gaining hands-on experience in agriculture and animal science while developing leadership skills such as responsibility, public speaking, and teamwork.

For information visit the Aldine ISD Livestock Show website, where community members can support students by ordering food, watching the livestream, and purchasing the official Livestock Show T-shirt.