Real-life, hands-on experiences.The average child is now at least three to four generations removed from the farm, yet so many aspects of agriculture are intergral part of their daily lives that they may not even realize! Agricultural education is a vital element of our children’s education and with so many opportunities for students to learn by doing, immerse themselves in new technologies, and to create unique experiences, we have the chance to make a long lasting impact.
The horse is an unparalleled teaching tool that makes it easy to address a wide range of developmental goals ranging from behavorial issues to specific academic goals; including defining a career path. Dutchess County ranks first in New York State for the number and sales value of horses, there is no better place to learn about the industry. At Bit of Heaven Farm, students immerse themselves in a path of learning that utilizes hands-on experiences scaffolded to the individual needs of each group; with programs aligned to educational standards and classroom curricula.
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