11th & 12th Graders
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Advanced MODULES
11TH AND 12TH GRADE
The purpose of the Advanced Modules is to allow students to perfect their craft within agriculture as they finalize their high school career. These modules prepare students to be immersed in the workplace by providing hands-on experiences, job shadowing experiences, and Socratic Seminars to develop conversational skills in an area of agriculture that students choose to focus on.
Veterinary Science 1 - Session 2
Prerequisites: Must be in 11th or 12th grade and have taken the following courses: Introduction to Agriculture 1, 2, and 3 and two animal-focused intermediate modules.
Description: This module introduces students to the basics of veterinary care and is to be taken in conjunction with Veterinary Science 2. The central focus of the curriculum is to cultivate technical skills crucial for effective animal health care with an emphasis on prevention, diagnosis, and treatment techniques.
Veterinary Science 2 - Session 3
Prerequisites: Must be in 11th or 12th grade and have taken the following courses: Introduction to Agriculture 1, 2, and 3, two animal-focused intermediate modules,
Veterinary Science 1.
Description: This module introduces students to the basics of veterinary care and is to be taken in conjunction with Veterinary Science 1. Proficiency in prevention, diagnosis, and treatment techniques will be achieved through hands-on skill practice. Integrating knowledge into CASE Study Problems will further develop problem-solving abilities and provide insight into the practical implications of veterinary science across diverse contexts.
*NEW* Livestock Reproduction - Session 4
Prerequisites: Must be in 11th or 12th grade and have taken the following courses: Introduction to Agriculture 1, 2, and 3, Intro to Large Animals, Intro to Poultry, and Equine Science
Description: This advanced module provides an in-depth exploration of reproductive systems, breeding practices, and reproductive technologies in poultry, equine, beef cattle, dairy cattle, and sheep. Students will examine anatomy and physiology, reproductive cycles, and management techniques specific to each species. Topics include artificial insemination, embryo transfer, fertility evaluation, and reproductive health. Through case studies, lab investigations, and industry-based scenarios, students will build the knowledge and technical skills needed to support reproductive success in a variety of large animal production systems.
Horticulture & Floriculture - Session 4
Prerequisites: Must be in 11th or 12th grade and have taken the following courses: Introduction to Agriculture 1, 2, and 3, and two plant-focused standard modules.
Description: This course will provide students with the necessary knowledge to apply design principles in the floral industry. Topics include history of the floral industry, processing techniques and tools, trends, and flower and foliage identification important in the design of quality floral arrangements.
Crop Management & Agronomy - Session 6
Prerequisites: Must be in 11th or 12th grade and have taken the following courses: Introduction to Agriculture 1, 2, and 3, and two plant-focused standard modules.
Description: This course investigates advanced crop management and production management topics. Students develop an understanding of nutrition and fertilization methods, resource management, pest management, technology use, marketing, and sustainable systems.
Foundations in Personal Finance - Session 5
Prerequisites: Must be in 11th or 12th grade and have taken the following courses: Introduction to Agriculture 1, 2, and 3, and three intermediate modules in any pathway.
Description: This module is meant to be taken in conjunction with Agribusiness Entrepreneurship. Ramsey solutions will be leading the course content,t with each week focusing on a certain area of personal finance: budgeting basics, credit and debt, income and taxes, and investing and retirement.
Agribusiness Entrepreneurship - Session 6
Prerequisites: Must be in 11th or 12th grade and have taken the following courses: Introduction to Agriculture 1, 2, and 3, and three intermediate modules in any pathway, and Foundations in Personal Finance.
Description: This module is meant to be taken in conjunction with Foundations in Personal Finance. Through this module, students will follow and compare the two sample agribusinesses. They will also build financial statements for the two businesses. After learning how to build financial statements for the example businesses, they will build them for their businesses. As a final project, students will pitch their business to potential investors.
Agricultural Work-Based Learning - Session 6
Prerequisites: Must be in 11th or 12th grade and have taken the following courses: Introduction to Agriculture 1, 2, and 3, and three intermediate modules in any pathway.
Description: This immersive, hands-on course offers students the opportunity to explore careers in agriculture through a structured apprenticeship experience. Over three weeks, students will work alongside professionals in an agricultural field of their choice, applying classroom knowledge in real-world settings. Through active participation, reflection, and skill-building, students will gain valuable industry insight, develop professional competencies, and take meaningful steps toward future career goals in agriculture.
FFA +
FFA+ Modules are free, optional, and limited-time learning experiences designed to enhance and extend students’ time in the ag program. These modules offer bonus content beyond the required 15 weeks of core classes, giving students the chance to dive deeper into niche topics, develop new skills, or explore personal interests in agriculture.
*NEW* School-Based Enterprise - LAUNCH! - Session 1-6
Prerequisites: Must be at least a 9th Grader
Description: Launch! is a year-long program that takes high school students through
The entrepreneurial process is from no idea or plans to the creation of a valuable,
sustainable business that solves a real-world problem for real-world customers.
Students will receive in-person training focused on planning, launching, and running School-Based Enterprises within their school environment. This program does not guarantee funding, but it does provide the opportunity to compete for funding in a pitch competition. This funding is used to assist in launching and running the School-Based
Enterprise. Participating programs will send a teacher and a team of 4-6 students to the in-person training to make plans and execute the business. The teacher will select specific students who will serve as leaders of the School-Based Enterprise and participate in the Launch! Program events.
Training topics include:
Business ideation
Testing and validating businesses
Business model planning
Business financials
Creating a student management team
Building a business advisor team
Learning to pitch a business
Business planning and turnover
How to navigate a school board
Program Overview:
This training occurs at five training sessions held across the state and seven monthly sessions of Zoom calls with an Engler mentor.
Teacher’s Assistant - Remote
Prerequisites: Must be in 11th or 12th grade and have taken the module they plan to assist with.
Description: This module provides upperclassmen with the opportunity to collaborate with an agriculture teacher, gaining insights into the intricacies of developing an online module, creating curriculum, and implementing grading techniques. It is highly recommended for students considering a career in education.