Teens as Teachers​​

Teens as Teachers is a hands-on opportunity for teams of youth to learn how to do, implement and create hands-on learning experiences for youth in their communities. This weekend training targets youth in grades 9th-12th grade and teaches them not only subject matter, but also how to teach, hands-on learning, ages of youth development, public speaking, and lesson planning!

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The program is broken down into three different tracks:

BioLearning

Enjoy Science? Like to see how things work? Thinking about a career in teaching? Then this track is for you! During this training, teens in grades 9-12 will learn how to train, create, and implement a “Science Behind Agriculture” program in their community.  

Biosecurity

Ever wondered why people and pigs can develop the same sickness? Did you give your pig a flu shot and wonder why? Do you just enjoy learning about science and animals? If yes, then this track is for you! During this workshop, teams will learn how to train, create, and implement an influenza prevention program in their community.  

Healthy Living

Do you lead a healthy lifestyle – eat healthy, incorporate physical activity, find ways to manage stress? Do you like teaching others about a healthy lifestyle? If so, then this session is for you! During the training, teens in grades 9-12 will learn how to train, create, and implement healthy living programs in their community.