Plant the Seeds of Career Exploration with Foundations in AFNR & STEM Careers
Bring the world of agriculture, food, and natural resources to life with this engaging, project-based course that builds STEM skills and career awareness in students.
Foundations in AFNR & STEM Careers is an introductory digital course that connects students to the exciting and essential world of agriculture, food, and natural resources (AFNR)—a vital sector packed with real-world opportunities. This hands-on, project-based curriculum helps learners explore a wide range of AFNR careers while developing STEM and employability skills through engaging, standards-aligned activities.
Perfect for middle and early high school programs, this course introduces students to sustainable agriculture, food systems, environmental stewardship, and natural resource management. Students will investigate real challenges facing our world today, like food insecurity and environmental impact, while using the engineering design process and critical thinking to create solutions.
Designed with flexibility in mind, this curriculum supports CTE pathways, STEM classes, or enrichment programs, and empowers educators with ready-to-use lessons, rubrics, and assessments. No previous agriculture or STEM background is needed—just a desire to prepare students for future success.
✔ Yearlong course designed for middle school and early high school
✔ 6 core units with over 80+ engaging digital lessons
✔ Hands-on, real-world projects using the engineering design process
✔ Career exploration across Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources industries
✔ Embedded STEM skill development in each module
✔ NGSS and CTE-aligned content
✔ Cross-curricular connections to science, math, and ELA
✔ Formative and summative assessments
✔ Teacher resources including pacing guides and rubrics
✔ Downloadable student worksheets and project templates
✔ No prior agriculture or STEM knowledge required
This course is typically bundled with the Technical Skills in Agribusiness & AFNR and Capstone Course: Applications of AFNR courses.
