August 24, 2022

The Godley community honored long-time Godley High School agricultural science teacher Jack Rowland during a reception on August 23, 2022, at GHS.

The reception hosted by Godley FFA  follows Rowland’s induction into the Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas Hall of Fame last month. The retired educator was among 54 former ag teachers in the hall of fame’s second class of inductees.

Attending were Rowland’s family, former students, school board trustees and administrators, and community members.

Rowland served Godley schoolchildren during a 44-year career that began in 1955.  He continued to mentor ag students participating in stock shows following his retirement.  In 2019, the school district’s ag facility was named in his honor.

According to ATAT, the hall of fame exists to recognize and honor agricultural science teachers whose careers, achievements, and contributions stand exemplary. Inductees are known as well-rounded professionals that have proven their success with FFA activities, in the classroom, as well as community involvement. They have proven their desire to provide students with opportunities for premier leadership, personal growth and career success over a significant period of time.

Rowland is pictured with current FFA chapter officers, GHS agricultural science teachers, and Superintendent Dr. Rich Dear.