Iola’s McLaughlin lauds FFA’s benefits

Shaun McLaughlin has been an FFA member since the day he stepped foot into Iola High School. The senior hopes to encourage others to get involved.

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February 19, 2025 - 1:23 PM

Iola FFA student Shaun McLaughlin uses a wire wheel to polish what will become an outdoor swing. Photo by Sarah Haney / Iola Register

Editor’s note: In recognition of National FFA Week, the Register’s Sarah Haney interviewed students from Iola, Humboldt, Marmaton Valley and Crest schools.

Getting involved and preparing for the future have been Shaun McLaughlin’s biggest takeaways from his tenure in FFA. The Iola senior knew he wanted to join the program before he was even in high school. 

“I’m big on animals. In eighth grade, I was looking at maybe becoming a vet scientist,” said McLaughlin. “Over the years I’ve transitioned more towards agriculture education — educating…

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