affiliates
Summary 2023 — West Virginia
State Contact
West Virginia Farm Bureau
62 Farm Bureau Road
Buchannon, WV 26201
P: 304.472.2080 ext. 313
E: michelleb@wvfarm.org
Website
Innovative Programming
Not reported for 2023
Major Program Impacts or Outcomes
The WVFB Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab Program is a well known program throughout the state. We have a waiting list of two years.
Program Leader Biosketch
Passionate and experienced Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab Coordinator with a strong background in agricultural education. Dedicated to fostering agricultural literacy and hands-on learning experiences. Proven track record in developing and implementing educational programs, including the successful organization of the WV SAI (Summer AG Institute) for teachers. Committed to promoting the importance of agriculture in schools and communities.
Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab Coordinator - West Virginia Farm Bureau, [Buckhannon, WV], October 2015 - Present:
- Spearheading the Mobile Agriculture Education Science Lab, delivering interactive and engaging agricultural lessons to students.
- Initiated and coordinated the WV SAI (Summer AG Institute) for teachers, providing professional development opportunities and resources.
- Conducting agriculture lessons in local schools, contributing to increased agricultural awareness and understanding among students.
Bachelor of Science (BS) in [Family Consumer Sciences Child Development Specialist], Fairmont State University.
Associate of Arts (AA) in [Child Development], Fairmont State University.
18 years of teaching experience prior to joining West Virginia Farm Bureau, contributing to the education sector.
Engaged with the Agriculture in the Classroom (AITC) program for 8 years, actively promoting agricultural education initiatives.