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Empowering Wyoming Students Through Agricultural Education
Wyoming Agriculture in the Classroom has dedicated itself to fostering a deeper understanding of Wyoming's natural resources among students and educators. Our organization builds upon decades of experience in agricultural and environmental education, offering free, ready-to-teach curricula aligned with state standards. Through programs like Wyo Wonders, we empower educators to deliver hands-on, cross-curricular lessons focused on agriculture, minerals, energy, and outdoor recreation. Our team collaborates with Wyoming educators to develop scientifically accurate, culturally relevant materials that minimize preparation time while maximizing student engagement.We maintain rigorous fiscal and strategic oversight to ensure our resources remain accessible and impactful. By cultivating partnerships with donors and volunteers, we extend our reach to classrooms across the state, preparing students to become informed stewards of Wyoming's economic and environmental future.
Services
Wyo Wonders Curriculum
Educator Support Programs
Family Learning Activities
Educator of the Year Awards
Strategic Partnerships
Planned Giving Programs
Endowment Management
Raffle Fundraisers
Highlights and features
- We offer free, ready-to-teach curriculum for grades 2-5.
- Our materials align with Wyoming Content and Performance Standards.
- We provide hands-on, cross-curricular lessons developed by educators.
- We partner with Wyoming teachers to ensure practical classroom application.
- We focus on Wyoming's unique agricultural and natural resource context.
Services
Wyo Wonders Curriculum
Wyo Wonders provides free, ready-to-teach curriculum for Wyoming educators targeting grades 2-5. This program integrates hands-on activities and cross-curricular lessons focused on agriculture, minerals, energy, and outdoor recreation. Aligned with Wyoming Content and Performance Standards, it minimizes teacher preparation time while delivering comprehensive, stewardship-focused education about Wyoming's key economic sectors.
Educator Support Programs
We offer professional development and classroom support for Wyoming educators through workshops, resource materials, and direct consultation. Our educator support programs help teachers implement Wyo Wonders curriculum effectively, providing guidance on lesson planning, activity execution, and standards alignment to enhance student engagement with Wyoming's natural resources.
Family Learning Activities
The Family Learning Series delivers interactive educational activities designed for home use by Wyoming families. Created by our staff educators and tested with children, these resources extend agricultural and natural resource education beyond classrooms, encouraging family participation in learning about Wyoming's economic drivers through practical, engaging exercises.
Educator of the Year Awards
This annual award program recognizes outstanding Wyoming educators who demonstrate exceptional commitment to agricultural education. By highlighting exemplary teaching practices and innovative implementation of our resources, we promote excellence in natural resource education while providing awardees with professional recognition and community visibility.
Strategic Partnerships
We build strategic partnerships with Wyoming educators, businesses, and donors to enhance educational outcomes. Through collaborative relationships, we develop targeted resources, secure funding for program expansion, and create networks that amplify our impact across Wyoming classrooms while maintaining fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability.
Questions
What is Wyoming Agriculture in the Classroom's primary mission?
Our mission is to develop Wyoming students' understanding of the state's natural resources, empowering them to become informed citizens and responsible stewards of Wyoming's future.
What educational resources do you offer for Wyoming teachers?
We provide the free Wyo Wonders curriculum for grades 2-5, featuring hands-on activities and cross-curricular lessons aligned with Wyoming Content and Performance Standards.
How can families participate in your educational programs?
Families can access our Family Learning Series activities designed for home use, created by our educators and tested with children to explore Wyoming's natural resources together.
Do you recognize outstanding educators in Wyoming?
Yes, our annual Educator of the Year Award honors Wyoming teachers who demonstrate exceptional commitment to agricultural and natural resource education in their classrooms.
How is your organization funded?
We rely on donations, planned giving, endowment support, and fundraising events like our annual raffle to maintain and expand our educational programs across Wyoming.
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