Cultivating Classrooms: Insights from Ag Educators

Emma Huber and Sammy Jurczykowski
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Cultivating Classrooms: Insights from Ag Educators

Welcome to "Cultivating Classrooms: Insights from Ag Educators," with Emma Huber and Sammy Jurczykowski. The podcast where we delve into the rich and diverse world of agricultural education. In each episode, we'll be joined by experienced educators, industry experts, and thought leaders who are sowing the seeds of knowledge in classrooms across America.

  1. 14 OCT

    Fundraising with Beth Babcock & Melinda Goplin

    In this episode of Cultivating Classrooms, we talk with ag teachers, Beth Babcock & Melinda Goplin, and explore creative and effective fundraising techniques used by their FFA chapters and ag programs to support their activities and initiatives. From the more traditional fundraising methods to unique approaches, our guests share their success stories and tips for building strong fundraisers. Whether you're looking to boost your chapter's funds or just get some new ideas, this episode is full of practical fundraising advice to help your program grow. More Questions? Email bbabcock@maustonschools.org or goplinm@whitehallsd.k12.wi.us

    33 min

  2. 23 SEPT

    Teaching with Limited Resources with Kristi Puntney & Brenna Babcock

    In this episode of Cultivating Classrooms, we sit down with two innovative ag teachers, Kristi Puntney and Brenna Babcock, who share their experiences and strategies for teaching agriculture with limited resources and lab space. Discover how they creatively adapt lessons, engage students, and foster hands-on learning despite the challenges. Join us for a conversation packed with insight and inspiration for cultivating learning in any environment! More Questions? Email babcockb@portage.k12.wi.us or kristinapuntney@waunakee.k12.wi.us

    25 min

  3. 9 SEPT

    WAAE Workshops - So You’re New to Biotech… with Amelia Hayden

    Join us as we chat with Amelia Hayden, Ag teacher and FFA advisor at Osseo-Fairchild about the workshop she presented at the Wisconsin Association of Agricultural Educators (WAAE) Professional Development Conference this past summer. “So You’re New to Biotech” is a must listen for any teachers who may be teaching a new biotechnology class or any teacher looking to spruce up their already existing biotech course. Amelia provides an overview of her workshop and shares many awesome ideas, resources and activities.   Resource Links:  Workshop Slidedeck Workshop outline / links Weekly Plan Syllabus Amelia’s Biotechnology Curriculum folder More Questions for Amelia? Email ahayden@ofsd.k12.wi.us

    15 min

  4. 26 AGO

    What is SAE for All?

    In this episode, Emma is joined by Julie Ketterling, professor at UW-River Falls and Nathaniel Nolden, agriculture teacher and FFA advisor at Wisconsin Dells High School as they discuss Wisconsin's plan to implement SAE for All across the state. Many agriculture teachers are familiar with Supervised Agricultural Experiences, but don’t necessarily know what SAE for All entails. These three teachers are a part of Wisconsin’s SAE for All Implementation Team and have been working with National FFA and The Council since January to determine best practices for improving how Wisconsin Ag Teachers can implement SAEs into their programs. They’re sharing lesson ideas, resources, Wisconsin’s plan of action and how you can become an SAE for All Certified Teacher.  Resource Links: SAE - Shared Folder SAE for All - September Newsletter Wisconsin FFA - SAE Website More Questions for Julie, Emma or Nathaniel? Email julie.ketterling@uwrf.edu, hubere@portage.k12.wi.us, or nnolden@sdwd.k12.wi.us

    25 min

  5. 12 AGO

    First Year Highs & Lows with Carisa & Jackie

    In this episode of cultivating classrooms, Emma and Sammy are joined by Carisa Cleven and Jackie Rosenbush, Wisconsin ag teachers that just finished up their first year of teaching. Join us for this fun and upbeat conversation of first year ag teaching highs and lows, as well as hear Carisa and Jackie share what has helped them the most and some advice they have for new teachers. If you are a new teacher and looking for some guidance, or just interested in hearing a first year teacher's perspective, this is an episode you don't want to miss!  More Questions or Want to Chat with Carisa or Jackie? Email carisa_cleven@achm.k12.wi.us or jarosenbush@gapps.stratford.k12.wi.us

    36 min

  6. 22 JUL

    WAAE Workshops - Working with Wool & Appraising Timber with Kally Koch

    Join us for today's episode of Cultivating Classrooms as we are joined by Kally Koch, Ag Teacher in Riverdale WI, as she shares a recap of two workshops that she presented at the Wisconsin Association of Ag Educators (WAAE) Professional Development Conference. Kally gives an overview and shares resources from her workshops: Working with Wool and Appraising Timber. WAAE Workshop Descriptions: Working with Wool By Kally Koch Looking for something hands-on to do for your sheep unit? This workshop will show you how to take wool from the sheep and turn it into yarn using items you can pick up at the hardware store. It is a fun way for students to go through the yarn-making process without investing in much equipment. Appraising Timber By Kally Koch and Dakota Bockenhauer This hands-on forestry lesson will include making Biltmore sticks and lumber rules. We will also teach you how to use them and provide ideas for use in a school forest or in the classroom. Check out the resources Kally shared with us here! Resources Shared Folder More Questions? Email kkoch@riverdale.k12.wi.us

    37 min

  7. 9 JUL

    Time Management with Sammy & Emma

    In today’s episode, your Cultivating Classrooms hosts, Emma and Sammy take some time to share their own advice about different time management techniques that work for them at home and in the classroom. We dive into prioritizing tasks, different tools that make our lives easier, and bring in some fantastic ideas from the Lazy Genius Way by Kendra Adachi.  More Questions? Email hubere@portage.k12.wi.us or svandeurzen@wdpsd.com

    32 min

  8. 24 JUN

    Advocating for Your Program with Linda Sattler & Troy Talford

    In today's episode, we dive into the vital topic of advocating for our agricultural education programs. Our guests, Troy Talford and Linda Sattler, leaders of the WAAE Advocacy Committee and experienced educators, share their insights and strategies for championing agricultural programs in schools and communities. This episode will provide valuable tools and motivation to help you become a more effective advocate for your program. Looking for Resources? Visit https://wisconsinaged.org/page.aspx?ID=2878  More Questions? Email troy.talford@saukprairieschools.org or sattlin@rbsd.k12.wi.us

    33 min
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Welcome to "Cultivating Classrooms: Insights from Ag Educators," with Emma Huber and Sammy Jurczykowski. The podcast where we delve into the rich and diverse world of agricultural education. In each episode, we'll be joined by experienced educators, industry experts, and thought leaders who are sowing the seeds of knowledge in classrooms across America.

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