Twelve students from Seagoville High School are gearing up for an unforgettable experience as they compete in the prestigious Fort Worth Stock Show & Rodeo.
The students will be immersed in the action at the historic Stockyards, where their day will be filled with bathing and conditioning animals, cleaning their bedding, feeding them, and ensuring they are comfortable and competition-ready.
The program, led by Sarah Galloway, now in her sixth year at Seagoville, provides a one-of-a-kind opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience in agricultural science. Through her leadership, students learn the importance of hard work, responsibility, and teamwork as they care for and prepare their animals for events.
For ten of these students, this will be their first time participating in the showcase, making the competition both an exciting and challenging milestone. However, two returning competitors bring experience and confidence to the team.
The program has already seen remarkable success this year. Two students who recently joined made an impressive debut by competing in the Braunvieh Show earlier this year, earning first and second place. Their achievements are a testament to the program’s ability to help students grow and excel, even as newcomers facing experienced competitors.
“These students are gaining far more than just knowledge about animal care,” Galloway said. “They’re developing practical skills and a strong sense of responsibility, which will be very valuable tools to have beyond graduation.”
For the Seagoville students, competing in the stock show isn’t just about ribbons and accolades. It’s about embracing unique opportunities to learn and grow.
