National FFA Bronze-Rated Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems CDE Team from Appomattox County High School, from left: Andrew Gallier, Carter Swanberg, Cameron Henderson and Connor Swanberg. Image: Elizabeth Duncan/Contributed

Participants of the National FFA Agricultural Technology and Mechanical Systems Career Development Event (CDE) were recognized at the 95th National FFA Convention & Expo in Indianapolis, Ind.

Appomattox FFA members Andrew Gallier, Cameron Henderson, Carter Swanberg and Connor Swanberg were on the winning Virginia team. The team spent months preparing for the national CDE.

Team members were recognized as bronze individuals and the team earned a bronze rating. The team was coached by FFA Advisor, Elizabeth Duncan.

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