Van Visit Requirements

What does the FARM Science Van provide?

• Next Generation Science Standards aligned lessons for grades Kindergarten through fifth grade, developed by a certified teacher, that illustrates the value of agriculture in our daily lives.
• Students work in pairs to complete a hands-on science experience integrating Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.
• Agriculture-related extension materials for each classroom teacher.
• Up to five 30 or 50-minute classes per day.

What does the school need to provide?

• A central location for programming or opportunity to travel room-to-room.
• Access to WIFI for program educator.
• A classroom teacher or content specialist must be present during all FARM Science lessons.
• One adult volunteer to help all day, each day of the classroom visits.
• Schools are encouraged to seek community sponsorship for the program visit.

These local groups may help fund your FARM Science Van visit:

• County Farm Bureaus or other agricultural businesses
• Local Farm Bureau Insurance agency
• Community organizations or foundations with grants
• PTA or PTO