2025/2026 Middle School FFA Program

Critter Barn is excited to introduce a brand-new opportunity for middle school students — Middle School FFA!

This program is hosted at Critter Barn in partnership with Hamilton Public Schools (virtual enrollment) and is open to 7th and 8th graders, Eligible students must be Hamilton Community School students, non-public, or homeschooled.

Middle School FFA is a project-based, exploratory class that combines classroom learning with real-life agricultural experiences. Students will take their foundational knowledge and design creative projects that raise awareness, educate others, and advocate for agriculture in our modern world.

Throughout the course, participants will:

• Engage in hands-on learning at the farm

• Explore topics in animal care, agriculture, and sustainability

• Develop leadership and communication skills through student-led projects

• Join a community of peers who are passionate about farming and nature

  
  

Upon completing the course, students will be invited to join Critter Crew and participate in year-round farm shifts, continuing their growth as leaders and contributors beyond the classroom.

📅 Students will attend 27 sessions throughout the 2025–2026 school year.

Tuesday Evenings from 6:00 - 8:00 pm

Friday Mornings from 8:00 - 10:00 am ( Sign up for Animal Academy)

Project-based learning meets the farm—growing the next generation of agriculture and nature-minded youth!