Kentucky FFA

Washington Leadership Conference

Kentucky FFA is thrilled to announce a life-changing experience for our members — two state bus trips to the Washington Leadership Conference (WLC), made possible through the generous support of the Bill Gatton Foundation.

Beginning summer 2026, Kentucky FFA members can attend WLC at little to no cost, where they’ll grow as leaders, connect with members nationwide, and learn how to make a lasting impact in their communities.

Trip Options

  • Trip 1:
    June 22-27, 2026
    Teacher Coordinator: Dr. Jourdan Palmeri

  • Trip 2:
    July 6–11, 2026
    Teacher Coordinator: Mr. Brian Welch

Three FFA members on the steps of the US Supreme Court Building.

  • Registration Info

Registration Deadline: Sunday, January 11, 2026
Notification of Selection: Around February 1, 2026
Deposit & Forms Due: March 1, 2026

After registering online, an email will be sent to the student’s chapter advisor for approval.
Selected students must submit:

  • A $100 deposit (refunded upon attending)
  • A signed Code of Conduct
  • A Release & Waiver Form

  • Travel Details

  • Sunday Pick-Up Locations (tentative): Benton, Elizabethtown, and Mt. Sterling
  • Monday: Depart from pickup locations, overnight lodging provided
  • Tuesday Morning: Visit Mount Vernon before arriving in Washington, D.C.
  • Tuesday–Friday: Participate in the Washington Leadership Conference
  • Saturday: Return home by bus

  • Expectations

  • No set chapter limit — preference given to rising seniors, then rising juniors. Our goal is to get as many FFA chapters involved as possible.
  • All students must:
    • Follow the National FFA Code of Conduct
    • Sign a communication waiver (for use of GroupMe or Remind)
    • Acknowledge parent/guardian responsibility for travel costs if sent home due to conduct violations