by Jocelyn Vitela

The Elks Lodge has selected Phil Collins as October Teenager of the Month. He is the son of Lyle Collins and Emiliana Collins.

The clubs and activities Phil is or has been involved in include the following: FFA Star chapter Greenhand, Basketball (JV) Captain and Letter, Pep Club, Iron Bear, Letterman Club, Varsity Football Captain, and Spanish Club.

Phil has received many awards in FFA: Star Greenhand, Star Chapter Farmer, and Star Junior Farmer. Even with all of Phil’s activities at school, he has still found time to help with Cabool Farm Fest, West Plains Heart of the Ozarks Show and to be an active member of Big Springs Church.

After high school, Phil plans to attend a 4-year university to obtain a Bachelors of Science in Agriculture and Business.