In-School Programs

Bringing the Farm to the Classroom

Today’s kids spend more time in front of screens than in the sunshine. Most have never planted a seed, pulled a carrot from the dirt, or thought about where their food comes from. The Agri-Kids In-School Program is here to change that, one classroom at a time.

We bring hands-on learning directly into schools, inspiring curiosity, connection, and confidence in children from kindergarten to grade seven. Every visit is a chance for kids to see, touch, taste, and learn about the food they eat, all while developing lifelong respect for farming, nutrition, and sustainability.

farmer blake standing in front of a classroom of children for a presentation
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Why Agri-Kids?

Interactive & Hands-On

Each presentation includes interactive lessons about farming, hydroponics, fruits, vegetables, and nutrition. Students get to participate in hands-on activities that spark curiosity and creativity. At the end of the presentation, each student goes home with a retail-size bag of produce for their family.

Educational

Agri-Kids is more than just a day of fun — it’s a spark that can change a child’s relationship with food, health, and the planet. By the end of each year, hundreds of children have learned not only how food grows, but why it matters. They understand that farming isn’t just part of our past, but that it’s also essential to our future.

Supports Families

Every time we step into a classroom, we see students light up with curiosity. We’ve seen children try new vegetables for the first time, go home and teach their parents what they learned, and even start helping in their own gardens. For many families, that bag of fresh produce means more than a lesson — it means fresh, local food on the table.

  • Our students walked away with a deeper appreciation for where their food comes from and the importance of farming in our communities. We highly recommend Agri-Kids to any school looking to enrich their curriculum with meaningful, experiential learning.

  • At the end of the day they provided each of our students with 2 bags of vegetables that they had learned about during their presentation. Our parents were super grateful to be receiving this produce and our teachers raved about their presentation. I would highly recommend them and will be signing up for next year!

  • Their passion truly shines through in their presentations. They inspire students to make healthier food choices and explore new foods in a fun and engaging way. We absolutely loved having them visit our school—their energy and enthusiasm left a lasting impression on both students and staff.

  • The in-school workshops are both educational and inspiring. Through interactive lessons and activities, students explore sustainable farming, food systems, and the importance of local agriculture. It’s truly rewarding to see our students light up as they connect classroom learning with real-world applications.

  • Blake has a remarkable ability to connect with both students and staff, creating an inclusive and dynamic learning environment. His sessions are not only informative but also highly interactive, even involving an opportunity to sample and cook with fresh, healthy foods—an experience that is both rare and invaluable for many children.

  • We had families reach out and share all the wonderful dishes they were able to make for dinner. It was one of the highlights of the year, and we were so grateful for their thoughtfulness in also providing an end of the year ice cream party for our school. What a way to build community and bring our students together.

farmer Blake leaning on a table in a school library giving a presentation in front of a class of young children

The Impact

  1. Over 5,000 students will have gone through the Agri-Kids program by the end of 2025.

  2. 70+ volunteers and educators supporting Agri-Kids.

  3. 100,000 lbs of fresh produce donated to schools and families

  4. Annual school celebration events with treats, prizes, and farm field trips.

  5. Ongoing support for Parent Advisory Councils (PACs), with yearly donations and fundraisers.

Farmer Blake in a school library pointing to a group of students sitting on the floor with their hands in the air

We Need Your Help

Our in-school program is 100% community-funded. Every presentation, every bag of produce, and every field trip happens because of sponsors and donors who believe in giving back in a meaningful way.

By becoming a partner, you help us reach more schools, supply fresh food to more kids, and create moments of learning that last a lifetime. Your support does more than just fund a program. It fuels a movement to reconnect families, schools, and communities through agriculture.

BECOME A PARTNER
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  • farmer blake and a young girl standing in front of the classroom for a presentation
  • farmer blake pointing to a group of students sitting on the floor with their hands raised
  • young boy smiling while taking a bite of a homemade french fry and holding a bowl of french fries
  • farmer blake kneeling on the floor with a young girl in the school library
  • young boy mashing squash in a pot standing in the kitchen smiling
  • woman handing out vegetables to kids outside of the school

Get Involved

Today’s kids spend more time in front of screens than in the sunshine. Most have never planted a seed, pulled a carrot from the dirt, or thought about where their food comes from. The Agri-Kids In-School Program is here to change that, one classroom at a time.

We bring hands-on learning directly into schools, inspiring curiosity, connection, and confidence in children from kindergarten to grade seven. Every visit is a chance for kids to see, touch, taste, and learn about the food they eat, all while developing lifelong respect for farming, nutrition, and sustainability. If you’d like to volunteer your time or support this cause, please fill out our contact form or email us at the address below.

YES, I'M IN!