National Teach Ag Ambassador Training Session #2 TUESDAY, August 7, 2018 6-7PM EDT For audio call 1-800-434-5932 Participant Code: 8342475#

Introductions Name What is your favorite agricultural subject to teach? Why?

By the end of the training you will: Describe the mission of the National Teach Ag Campaign Define the agriculture teacher shortage Explain the effects of the agriculture teacher shortage Identify local, state and national solutions Locate and organize ready to use resources Participate in meaningful discussion Ask timely and relevant questions

Quick Recall!! Name the FOUR Teach Ag Sponsors! List THREE reasons that contribute to the national agriculture teacher shortage. When is National Teach Ag Day? How many Teach Ag workshops can you complete for reimbursement after National FFA Convention? How long do you have to complete those workshops? When is National FFA Convention? List THREE ways the National Teach Ag Campaign is addressing the national demand for agriculture teachers.

The Teach Ag Website http://www.naae.org/teachag

Teach Ag Website True or False #1 There is a Branding Center page on the Teach Ag website.

Teach Ag Website True or False #1 Logos Colors Fonts Downloadable Templates Sponsor bar

Teach Ag Website True or False #2 The Teach Ag website has links to Teacher Certification requirements by state.

Teach Ag Website True or False #2

Teach Ag Website True or False #3 The Teach Ag website does not have resources to find an ag ed degree program near you.

Teach Ag Website True or False #3

Teach Ag Website True or False #4 There are Teach Ag Day planning resources on the Teach Ag website.

Teach Ag Website True or False #4

Teach Ag Website True or False #5 You can nominate someone to be an agriculture teacher on the Teach Ag website.

Teach Ag Website True or False #5

Teach Ag Website True or False #6 Teach Ag interactive games can be downloaded from the Teach Ag website.

Teach Ag Website True or False #6 Cash Bus Are You Smarter than Your Ag Teacher? Teach Ag Feud Think Like Your Ag Teacher

Teach Ag Website True or False #7 There is a new Recruitment & Retention webpage on the Teach Ag website.

Teach Ag Website True or False #7

Teach Ag Website True or False #8 The Teach Ag Campaign DOES NOT provide monthly e-newsletters for its members.

Teach Ag Website True or False #8 New Teacher News Teach Ag Times

Teach Ag Website True or False #9 There are links to current data about the demand for agriculture teachers on the Teach Ag website.

Teach Ag Website True or False #9 Nationwide Profile NAAE Regional Profiles AAAE Regional Breakdown National FFA Regional Breakdown State Ag Ed Profiles

Teach Ag Website True or False #10 There are resources for future agriculture teachers on the Teach Ag website.

Teach Ag Website True or False #10

National Teach Ag Campaign Website Resources www.naae.org/teachag Sign Up for the National Teach Ag Campaign Search by state for institutions that offer an Ag Ed degree State teacher licensure requirements Ag Ed FAQ Section Job Openings by State Teach Ag Lesson Plans, Activities, Games Promising practices section Branding Center Parent Resources Teach Ag Ambassador Profiles Access the latest versions of the Teach Ag Annual Report Advisory Board members Teach Ag Merchandise and Promotional Materials Teach Ag Workshop Materials Supply/Demand Profiles Grow Your Own Ag Teacher Tool Kit E-Newsletters Teach Ag Kits – Order Yours TODAY! Future Teacher Resources Flyers, Brochures, Posters

Questions???

Additional Teach Ag Resources

Supply and Demand Profiles http://www.naae.org/teachag/tools.cfm

State Teach Ag Results (STAR) Program Data-based recruitment and retention plans Implement effective and sustainable strategies Tracking and Communication Grant dollars associated with states in the program Two-year agreements State-led Currently there are 38 STAR states in the program

National Teach Ag Day http://www.naae.org/teachag/teachag_day.cfm Started in 2010 Nationwide day to celebrate agriculture teachers and encourage others to consider becoming an agriculture teacher. Resources, ideas, and tools available on the Teach Ag website. September 19, 2019 Hosted by BASF Research Triangle Park, NC

National Teach Ag Day 2018 http://www.naae.org/teachag/teachag_day.cfm 9 Colleges participated in Commercial Contests Winner: Kansas State Universty 5,427 website views 49 states joined the webcast 89 on-site attendees

National Teach Ag Campaign Advisory Board http://www. naae Volunteer board representing all six NAAE regions Two-year term commitment Sub-committees provide feedback on R&R initiatives Discuss R&R trends and best practices

Teach Ag Promotional Items http://www.naae.org/teachag/tag-promo.cfm Stickers Pens Buttons Magnets Lapel Pins Screen Cleaners Luggage Tags Lanyards T-shirts Hootie Owls Electronics Cases Posters Logos Teach Ag Videos

Teach Ag Kits http://www.naae.org/teachag/index.cfm#kits

Branding Center http://www.naae.org/teachag/brandingcenter.cfm Teach Ag Logos Teach Ag Specialty and Event Logos Teach Ag Mission Teach Ag Goal Boilerplate Sponsor Bar Teach Ag Colors Teach Ag Fonts Teach Ag Branding Swoop (header, footer, center)

Handouts http://www.naae.org/teachag/tag-promo.cfm#brochure

Posters http://www.naae.org/teachag/tag-promo.cfm#poster

Additional Useful Resources- Internal Talking Points Guides Specific Audiences Monthly Updates Annual Report Events across the country MANRRS Cultivating Change Foundation Summit Latinos in Ag Agriculture Future of America State/Regional Meetings Ag Day AAAE FFA Alumni FFA Convention NAAE Convention Teach Ag Ambassador Program Data Collection Teach Ag Intern Social Media Facebook Twitter Instagram YouTube Job Postings AgCareers.com Website CoP

Questions???

Due by August 30th Travel information Driving or flying Flight information if applicable (airline, flight #, arrival & departure times) Cell phone number Scheduling issues during NFFA Convention Dropbox account for use after convention

Important Dates to Remember NATIONAL TEACH AG DAY THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 NATIONAL FFA CONVENTION OCTOBER 27- NOVEMBER 1

Questions, Comments, Concerns…..

Contact Teach Ag www.naae.org/teachag @teach_ag #teachag Ellen Thompson Victoria Hamilton ethompson.naae@uky.edu vhamilton.naae@uky.edu 605.350.3842 Andrea Fristoe Aileen Ehn aileen.ehn@naae.org afristoe.naae@uky.edu 859-257-2224 www.naae.org/teachag @teach_ag #teachag Teach Ag is here to help. I’m looking for states to work with who are interested in planning and implementing successful R&R models. Stop by the booth and pick up your regional S/D profile. 2013/2008 Ag Ed Summit R/R ideas. Teach Ag owl. List of resources and more. If we are out of anything go to the Teach Ag website and print your own copy.