North Agriculture Program & North FFA

North Agriculture Program & North FFA

 

 

 

Program Description

The agriculture department at North High School started in 1985. Since then, the program has aimed to develop student potential through hands-on experiences that prepare students for success after high school.  Students at North High School can select from pathways in Animal Science, Ag Business and Plant Science and we offer eight courses throughout a student’s high school experience. All freshmen students start with Introduction to Ag, Food and Natural Resources (AFNR) as the foundational course. North FFA members have many opportunities beyond the classroom including monthly chapter meetings, career development events, leadership conferences and industry tours. Through our courses students can earn A-G credit with a focus on career readiness skills that will prepare them for success after high school.

 

 

WHAT STUDENTS WILL LEARN:

Taking an agriculture class does not mean that you must show an animal at fair or that you intend to become a farmer. Enrolling in the agriculture program will set you up for success by providing hands-on experiences with career readiness skills. 

 

By enrolling in Introduction to Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, you will get: 

• To become a member of the North FFA
• Hands-On Activities and projects
• Learn communication skills
• How to conduct research, analyze data
• Work as a team
• Lessons in food, science, agriculture, and natural resources

 

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION OPPORTUNITIES:

• Agriculture Sales & Marketing
• Floral Design
• Veterinary Science

 

HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS AVAILABLE:

Science Credit (2 years required; 3 years recommended for A-G)

Visual & Performing Arts Credit (1 year required for A-G)

History (2 years required)

 

PREREQUISITE REQUIREMENT(S):

For the freshman level course, there are no prerequisites. For our capstone courses, there are prerequisites in place. 

 

CONNECT WITH NORTH FFA:

Visit North FFA at NorthFFA.org

Facebook: North FFA

Instagram: @northffa

 

MEET THE INSTRUCTORS:

Mrs. Amber O’Connor	Ms. Natalie Ryan	Ms. Kelsey Sears
Education: California State University, Fresno-B.S. Agricultural Education Western Governors University- M.S. Curriculum & Instruction	Education: California State University, Fresno-B.S. Agricultural Education California State University, Chico-M.S Agricultural Education	Education: California State University, Fresno-B.S. Agricultural Education
Courses Taught:  Introduction to Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, Agriculture Sales & Marketing,  Floral Design	Courses Taught:  Agriculture Biology, Agriculture Communications, Advanced Animal Science	Courses Taught:  Introduction to Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources, Veterinary Science, Agriculture Government & Economics
Email: [email protected]	Email: [email protected]	Email: [email protected]