Agricultural Education and Activities

Christie Puckett, a dedicated science teacher at Maysville Public School, integrates agriculture into her curriculum through garden-based learning and global agriculture lessons. She organizes the annual Maysville Ag Day and employs innovative teaching methods, such as robotics and the G.L.A.M.S. Club, to engage students. Puckett's commitment to agricultural education has earned her the 2020 National Excellence in Teaching About Agriculture Award.

What inspired Christie Puckett to become involved in Ag in the Classroom workshops?

• Her love for gardening

• Her early career experiences

• Her parents' influence

• Her students' interest in agriculture

How do students participate in the garden-based learning program?

• By writing reports on plant species

• By selling vegetables at a market

• By planting seeds and tracking growth

• By designing the garden layout

What is one of the future plans for the garden mentioned by Puckett?

• Building a garden shed

• Adding a greenhouse

• Introducing a flower garden for butterflies

• Starting a composting program

In Puckett's global agriculture lessons, what do students create to enhance their learning experience?

• Cultural maps

• Agricultural reports

• Passports

• Gardening tools

What is the purpose of the Maysville Ag Day organized by Puckett?

• To sell local produce

• To celebrate harvest season

• To educate students about agriculture

• To host a community fair

What unique activity do students participate in during Ag Day?

• Creating farm-themed art

• Building a barn

• Planting a community garden

• Exhibiting balloon pigs

What is one of the activities Puckett leads to promote agricultural literacy?

• Organizing field trips to farms

• Reading agricultural-themed books

• Hosting cooking classes

• Conducting soil testing workshops

What is the focus of the G.L.A.M.S. Club led by Puckett?

• Promoting environmental conservation

• Encouraging girls to explore agriculture

• Teaching girls about robotics

• Developing leadership skills in young women

How does Puckett incorporate technology into her teaching?

• By integrating online courses

• By developing educational apps

• By coaching a robotics team

• By using virtual reality in lessons

What recognition did Christie Puckett receive for her contributions to agricultural education?

• State Teacher of the Year

• National Excellence in Teaching About Agriculture Award

• Local Community Service Award

• Innovative Educator Prize