Animal and Plant Science - Two Year Program

Love animals? Fascinated by plants? Curious about where your food comes from and how to care for living things? In Animal & Plant Science, you’ll spend two years exploring agriculture, animal care, plant biology, and aquaculture—combining hands-on work with live animals, greenhouse plants, and aquarium systems.

Year 1 Program Overview:

Animal and Plant Science Year 1 introduces students to the diverse and growing fields of agriculture, animal science, and plant biology. This course combines classroom instruction with hands-on learning, using real-world tools and environments such as our greenhouse, animal care areas, and aquaculture systems. Students explore a wide range of topics to build a strong foundation for advanced study or future careers in animal and plant-related fields.

Year 2 Program Overview:

Animal and Plant Science Year 2 builds on the foundational knowledge and skills developed in Year 1. This course combines classroom learning with hands-on experiences in areas such as greenhouse operations, aquaculture, and animal care. Students will engage in independent projects and in-depth studies designed to prepare them for college, careers in agriculture and veterinary sciences, or caring for animals and plants at home.



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Program Highlights

Key Learning Areas:

  • Introduction to animal care, behavior, and handling
  • Basic plant science and greenhouse operations
  • Aquaculture and aquarium management
  • Safe work practices and agricultural sustainability

Hands-On Learning Includes:

  • Daily work with live animals
  • Greenhouse growing and plant care
  • Aquarium and aquaculture system maintenance

Leadership and Professional Development: As part of the National FFA Organization, students participate in:

  • Local and regional FFA competitions
  • Leadership development activities
  • Community service projects

What to Expect:

  • Engaging, hands-on activities that bring science and agriculture to life
  • A variety of topics that show the impact of animal and plant science in everyday life
  • A collaborative learning environment that emphasizes responsibility, problem-solving, and teamwork
  • Preparation for advanced coursework in Year 2 and future college or career pathways
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