USDA Future Scientists Program

Normal Theater 209 West North Street, Normal, IL, United States

Free after-school program at the Normal Theater featuring Dr. Craig Wilson, the Director of the USDA Future Scientists Program. This interactive presentation about the exciting world of science and agriculture is sure to inspire students to want to learn more about how science and agriculture intersect in amazing ways every day. The presentation is free to attend, but reservations are

Ag Science Grant Deadline

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! Check out the kit list! Application deadline is Feb. 15, 2023. Apply Now.

Summer AITC Workshop

Join us May 30 - June 2 for for days of field trips, hands-on activities & FREE STEM resources for your classroom at our 2023 Summer Ag in the Classroom Workshop! Cost is $50/teacher & includes snacks, some lunches & 30 PDCHs. 2 Graduate Credit hours available through University of St. Francis (optional/additional $200 fee) Course #REAL 694 Agriscience Educator

Ag History Bus Tour

Explore McLean County’s agricultural roots with a morning bus tour lead by local ag historian, Don Meyer, Sat., June 24. Teachers can earn 4 PDCHs courtesy of University of Illinois Extension Livingston-McLean-Woodford Unit. Tour participants should meet at the McLean County Farm Bureau building at 8 a.m. and the trip will conclude at about 12:30 p.m. The cost for McLean

Maitland & Holder Grant Application Deadlines

Check out 2 grant opportunities available through University of Illinois Extension McLean County: John Maitland Agriculture Awareness Grant - Up to $1,000 for agriculture-related lesson resources & materials - Get details & apply George E. Holder Agriculture Awareness Grant - UP to $1,000 for garden related school projects - Get details & apply Deadline for both applications is Oct. 15,