From studying soil to exploring animals – the possibilities are almost endless! Apply for an Ag Science Grant from McLean County Farm Bureau Foundation to add hands-on learning to your classroom. Pick one of the recommended kits or submit your own idea! Need ideas? Check out the kit list or see last year’s winners here! Application deadline is Aug. 20, 2021 Click here to
Illinois Ag in the Classroom has two grant opportunities for teachers. IL classroom teachers can apply for $250 book grants or $300 project grants. Applications due October 15. Click to learn more about book grants and project grants. Apply for the book grant here and the project grant here
Join IL Ag in the Classroom for their second professional development training of the 2021-22 school year. In the After School S.N.A.C.K. (Sharing New Ag Content & Knowledge), participants will learn more about Dairy and Pork production in Illinois. Participants can request PDCH from their school district using the completion certificate. Register here
Join IL Ag in the Classroom for a virtual teacher training! In this After School S.N.A.C.K. (Sharing New Ag Content & Knowledge) webinar, participants will learn more about Illinois History and connections to Ag. Participants can request PDCH from their school district using the completion certificate. Register here
McLean County teachers can apply for a grant up to $1,000 to incorporate agriculture in their classroom. Applications are accepted October 4 - November 19, 2021. Since 2002, University of Illinois Extension and the family of retired Illinois Senator John Maitland have sponsored this grant in his honor. Click here for details & to apply.
