Agriculture Science: Animal Pathway and Plant Pathway
Students explore plant systems, animal systems, and natural resources over the course of the four year program. Throughout this course of study, hands-on, practical, and theoretical applications of agriculture are emphasized through school-based enterprises and work-based learning expeditions to local farms and with local organizations in conjunction with participation in state, regional, and national FFA activities.
Topics learned and certifications received (pathway dependent):
OSHA 10 certification, Pet CPR and First Aid training
Plant propagation techniques
Greenhouse management
Landscape and floral design
Animal health, care, and husbandry techniques
Animal/food production industry
Recent FFA Accomplishments
2019:
American Degree Recipient
State Contest Winner- Employment Skills
2018:
State Contest Winners and National Competitors:
Employment Skills
Extemporaneous Public Speaking
Floriculture
Veterinary Science
2017:
State Contest Winners and National Competitors:
Employment Skills
Prepared Public Speaking
Extemporaneous Public Speaking
2016:
State Contest Winners and National Competitors:
Dairy Showmanship
Employment Skills
Prepared Public Speaking
Recent Internships:
Earth Care Farm
Canine Behavioral Services
Dr. Cara Kneser DVM-Veterinarian
Ayers Foundation- Hillandale Farm
URI Entomology Lab
Roger Williams Zoo
Reynolds Dairy Farm
URI Agronomy Farm
North Kingstown Animal Shelter
Recent Graduates have attended the following institutions:
Delaware Valley University
University of Maine
University of Rhode Island
Community College of Rhode Island