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Texas teachers who help students make connections to agriculture through classroom learning can be recognized through Texas Farm Bureau’s Ag in the Classroom Outstanding Teacher Award.
This award is presented each year to an educator for their creative efforts to teach students about the importance of agriculture.
“Agriculture is part of our daily lives, and this award recognizes teachers who go above and beyond to help students make those connections,” said Jordan Bartels, TFB associate director of organization division, education and outreach.
“Whether it’s through science, history, reading or hands-on activities, these teachers are finding engaging and impactful ways to bring agriculture into the classroom.”
A county Farm Bureau must nominate the teacher. Certified teachers who actively teach agriculture in PK-12 grade classrooms are eligible for the award. They can teach any subject or content area, except for vocational agriculture.
Learning activities may include, but are not limited to, an understanding of agriculture’s impact on personal lives, national heritage, the environment, national security and the economy.
Teachers who have been previously nominated but weren’t selected may be nominated again. Previous winners of the award are not eligible.
Interested teachers who qualify can contact their county Farm Bureau office to learn more about being nominated. Applications are due Sept. 14 and must be submitted by email to edoutreach@txfb.org.