Nonnewaug High School's Chief News Source

NHS Chief Advocate
Nonnewaug High School's Chief News Source

NHS Chief Advocate
Nonnewaug High School's Chief News Source

NHS Chief Advocate
Emma Cummings '24

Emma Cummings ’24, Senior Editor

Emma Cummings is a senior at Nonnewaug and is a senior editor for the NHS Chief Advocate, focusing on ag/FFA stories. She is from Oakville and has three dogs, a cat, and two guinea pigs at home. She is also an active member of the Woodbury FFA program at Nonnewaug. Within the Woodbury FFA, she is serving as the chapter treasurer, is a captain of the Woodbury FFA Timber Team and Milk Quality CDE team, and she shows sheep and rabbits for 4H. After high school, she plans to continue her education in the animal science field. She is very excited to partake in the Chief Advocate program as it allows her to stay engaged in the school community and what interests her.

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Each year, NHS students come together to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Being one of the most student led organizations in the school, the students successfully raise $30,125 this year alone. To do this, the team hosted a red-out spirit week, ran numerous fundraisers, and had the NHS community participate in STALL, a two day event allowing students and faculty to donate money to stall class time. After these accomplishments, juniors Gavin Sandor and Andrew Grivner, along with the rest of the NHS team, attended a banquet alongside various LLS members across the state to celebrate the amount of money they had raised. (Courtesy of Gavin Sandor and Andrew Grivner)

Cummings: Student Leadership is Key to Empowerment of Future Generations

Emma Cummings ’24, Senior Editor
April 3, 2024

At Perfect Imperfections, Being Imperfect is Loved (VIDEO)

Emma Cummings ’24 and Abegail Diezel ’25
March 15, 2024
Traveling to a new country for over a year isn't an easy adjustment. Retaining his positive mindset, Austrian Dominik Udvardi wanted to get as involved as he could within extracurricular activities so that he can fill his short time here with as many memorable experiences as he can. (Courtesy of Moritz Wagner)

Udvardi Makes ‘Life-Changing’ Trip as a Foreign Exchange Student

Emma Cummings ’24, Senior Editor
January 11, 2024
Woodbury FFA students gather around an FFA symbol in the lobby of the Indianapolis Convention Center during the National FFA Convention.

Woodbury FFA Students Showcase Skills at National FFA Convention

Emma Cummings ’24, Senior Editor
November 29, 2023
The Woodbury FFA Timber Team poses at the Goshen Fair. In this competition, Andrew Singletary won the axe throw with Nathan Hayes taking third. In addition, Brianna Brainard was second in women's bow saw, while Hayes took first and Lucas Potucek took second in men's bow saw. (Contributed by the Woodbury FFA Timber Team)

Woodbury FFA Timber Team Carves Way Through 2023 Competition Season

Emma Cummings ’24, Senior Editor
October 6, 2023
Members of the Woodbury FFA celebrate a successful showing at this year's state FFA convention June 2 and 3. The chapter brought home numerous awards and positions in state office.

Woodbury FFA Upholds Reputation at State Convention

Madelynn Orosz and Emma Cummings
June 6, 2023
Woodbury FFA students traveled to Boehringer Ingelheim, learning different aspects that go into the research and development process of animal healthcare products.

Students Discover and Develop With Boehringer Ingelheim Visit

Emma Cummings, Ag/FFA Reporter
June 1, 2023
Nonnewaug will hold their annual plant sale and rabies clinic this Saturday 9-1. Junior Amy Byler prepares the greenhouse for what she hopes will be a large community turnout.

Excitement Blooms as Woodbury FFA’s Annual Plant Sale and Rabies Clinic Approaches

Emma Cummings, Ag/FFA Reporter
May 12, 2023
A dozen students explored Acadia National Park, Bar Harbor, and the University of New Hampshire during spring break. (contributed)

Adventures Through Acadia: Woodbury FFA’s Education Heads North

Emma Cummings, Ag/FFA Reporter
May 1, 2023
On February 22, Connecticut FFA Vice President Anna Silkman and Secretary Sarah Cropley attended the Killingly FFA Underclassmen Awards Ceremony, giving them the opportunity to speak in front of and further connect with one of the Connecticut FFA chapters.

FFA Week Creates Student Excitement for the Spring Season

Emma Cummings, Ag/FFA Reporter
April 18, 2023
Seniors, from left, Amelia Pillis, Joe Velky, and Danni Syrotiak have impressed the Region 14 community with their ability to balance a litany of responsibilities. They are serving as officers in the Connecticut FFA.

State FFA Officers Master the Art of Balancing Leadership and Achievement

Emma Cummings, Ag/FFA Reporter
March 21, 2023
A December view of Wicklow Mountains, located in County Wicklow, Ireland.

Cummings: Travel is the Ultimate Education

Emma Cummings, Reporter
February 24, 2023
Ryan Wicklund's impact on the Woodbury FFA has been felt across nearly every aspect of the program, ranging from timber team to officer team leadership.

Leveraging Leadership: Ryan Wicklund and his Ongoing Contributions to the FFA

Emma Cummings, Ag/FFA Reporter
December 22, 2022
FFA members celebrate "Friendsgiving," a celebration the holiday season for students.

“Friendsgiving” Kicks off the Start of FFA Holiday Season

Emma Cummings, Ag/FFA Reporter
December 5, 2022
Jesse Hungerford brings her knowledge and passion for animals to her teaching of veterinary science.

From Student to Staff: Hungerford Returns to Vet Science Lab

Emma Cummings, Ag/FFA Reporter
November 17, 2022
FFA Vice President, Jamie Paige, and former Vice President Joe Velky, prepare for their National Chapter Award presentation that they'll be giving in Indianapolis.

FFA Convention Teams to Celebrate Homecoming in Their Own Way

Emma Cummings, Ag/FFA Reporter
October 24, 2022
Mia Santos and Jason Seuss compete in the log roll event at the Bethlehem Fair.

Students Take on Timber Sports Professionals at Bethlehem Fair

Emma Cummings, Ag/FFA Reporter
September 26, 2022
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