Ashlynn Edin White – $500.00 Scholarship
Ashlynn Edin White is a Senior at Gilmer High School. She is the daughter of Brent and Crystal White, and the granddaughter of Janell and the late Danny Berry, Robert and Denise Cromley.Big sister to Annsley Mae. She is a Buckeye Cheerleader, Gilmer FFA and Upshur County 4 H Member. Ashlynn has participated in the Yamboree livestock show and sale for 8 years with her market goats and rabbits. She was a lady in waiting in the 87th Yamboree representing Gilmer Kiwanis Club. After High school she plans to attend Northeast Texas Community College in the Cosmetology Program. Ashlynn wants to come back and work in her family’s salon and give back to the community that invested in her.
Audree Green – $1000.00 Scloarship
Audree Green has been involved in the Yamboree through showing broilers in the Livestock show for five years, winning Grand Champion in 2022 and Reserve Champion in 2024. Audree was a member of the Yamboree Livestock Junior Board where she assisted with events, and was selected to represent the Gilmer Chamber of Commerce as Duchess in 2024. Audree will attend the University of Texas at Austin in the fall to pursue a bachelor’s degree in journalism.
Avery Turner – $2000.00 Scholarship
Avery Turner is the daughter of Casey and Brandy Turner. She is a 2025 graduate of Gilmer High School where she has been involved in FFA, NHS, Athletics as well as Texas High School Rodeo and Stock Horse of Texas. Avery has been involved in the East Texas Yamboree Livestock Show the last 10 years exhibiting rabbits, market steers, Polled Hereford heifers and participating in the horticulture contest. Avery plans to attend West Texas A&M University where she will compete on the WTAMU Ranch Horse Team while pursuing a degree in Equine Business Industry.
Brody Patton – $1000.00 Scholarship
Brody Patton, Harmony High School 2025 graduate, is the son of Matthew and Rebecca Patton.
For the past several years, he has been involved with the East Texas Yamboree as a Junior Board Member, livestock exhibitor, and agricultural mechanics exhibitor. He also participated as a volunteer during the No Limits Livestock Show.
Brody is five-year member of the Harmony High School FFA, most recently serving as the chapter Vice President. He has competed at the state level in Meats Evaluation for the past five years.
The next stop for Brody is Texas Tech where he plans to study petroleum engineering.
Brookelynn Fatherree – $1000.00 Scholarship
Since eighth grade, I have actively participated in Yamboree by showing livestock, including rabbits, goats, and chickens. This experience has taught me dedication, time management, and responsibility. I also served on the Junior Board, assisting in organizing and running the rabbit show, and helped set up and take down facilities to ensure the event ran smoothly. In addition, I received Top 10 in Ag Mechanics Showmanship during my sophomore year. One of my proudest achievements was winning Grand Champion in the Yamboree Public Speaking Contest. My involvement in the Yamboree has strengthened my leadership skills and deepened my appreciation for the community.
Colton Mullins – $1000.00 Scholarship
Colton Mullins is a senior at Gilmer High School. He is the son of Michele and Jerad Barnes and the oldest of four siblings. Colton has grown up in 4-H and FFA, where he has shown pigs and judged competitively across the state. His competitive activities include judging, livestock, showing, and operating his show pig company. Colton was fortunate enough to exhibit the Grand and Reserve overall market hog at the 2024 Yamboree. He plans to attend Blinn College, where he will judge livestock collegiately and pursue an Ag Business degree. His aspirations include becoming a sales representative for a show pig feed company while also managing his show pig operation.
Jerry Dean II – $1000.00 Scholarship
For the past six years, I have proudly participated in the Yamboree Livestock Show, showcasing broilers and developing valuable skills in responsibility and dedication. As a committed member of Gilmer FFA for six years, I have gained hands-on agricultural experience and leadership opportunities. Looking ahead, I plan to attend the University of Texas at Tyler to pursue a degree in Business or Construction Management. My ultimate goal is to develop land in the East Texas area, contributing to its growth and prosperity. The lessons I’ve learned through FFA and livestock showing will guide me toward a successful future.
Kathlyn Grace Von Krosigk – $2000.00 Scholarship
Kathlyn Grace Von Krosigk is a senior at Gilmer High School. She graduated in the top 10% of her class. Grace has been an active participant in the Yamboree Livestock Show for many years, primarily showing broilers and market goats. She volunteered for the No Limits Livestock Show and has been a Yamboree Junior Board member for two years. Grace will be attending Texas A&M University, majoring in Communications.
Madison Byers – $1000.00 Scholarship
My name is Maddie Byers, a senior at Union Grove High School. For the last 10 years I have been involved in the Yamboree in several different facets. My participation includes; showing goats for two years,Hereford Heifers for 8 years, serving as a Yamboree Livestock Junior Board member and volunteering at the No Limits Livestock Show the last four years. This past Yamboree I was chosen to represent my school as the duchess for the pageant. I plan to continue to show the value of leadership and teamwork when working in the medical field to become an Ultrasound Technician.
Max Owen Walker – $2000.00 Scholarship
Max Owen Walker is a senior at Gilmer High School. He is ranked number 10
in his graduating class of 196. Max will graduate on the Distinguished Plan with an endorsement in Business and Industry with 21 dual credit college hours. This fall Max will be attending Texas A&M University majoring in Business at Mays Business School. Max was a varsity letterman in football and tennis, ran track, and played basketball and baseball. Max is in National Honors Society and an FFA Member. Max was named All State 2nd Team Academic in Football his senior year.
Shelby Ann Chaplinski – $1000.00 Scholarship
Shelby Ann Chaplinski is the daughter of William and Sheila Chaplinski, currently attending Big
Sandy High School. Shelby has participated in numerous ways throughout her years at the
Yamboree Livestock Show. She raised and showed broilers for six years, raised and showed
rabbits for one year, built and showed AG mechanic projects for two years, and participated in
the Yamboree Floral cup for one year. She also served on the Yamboree Junior Board and
volunteered at the No Limits Livestock Show for two years. When Shelby graduates she will
attend Baylor University to study political science.