January 21, 2011
O'Connor High School placed fourth in the nation in the FFA's Ag Mechanics event, which tests both technical and agricultural mechanics skills. During the event, members completed a written exam and demonstrated problem-solving and hands-on performance skills. Students were required to complete exercises in marketing, energy, environment, mechanics and structural systems. The winning team members included:
| Brian | Clay | O'Connor High School |
| Robert | Craven | O'Connor High School |
| Dalton | DeWinne | O'Connor High School |
| Dustin | Yaklin | O'Connor High School |
| Michael | Tondre | Teacher |

