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2026

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Communities of Practice | MiniOne - Determining the Genetics of a Cash Cow

Wednesday, March 4, 2026
4:30 pm6:00 pm

FREE workshop for high school teachers!

Discover how DNA evidence plays a pivotal role in optimizing agricultural practices and selective breeding to benefit both farmers and consumers. By determining the genetic profiles of individual cattle available for sale, you'll assist a farmer in identifying the most promising candidates for creating the ultimate Ca$H Cow.

Communities of Practice | MiniOne - PTC Inheritance Genetics

Thursday, March 5, 2026
4:30 pm6:00 pm

FREE workshop for high school teachers!

Use hands-on experience to solidify the theoretical teaching of Mendelian genetics and learn the basics of genotyping by doing electrophoresis. You will pour, load, and run a gel, capture gel image, analyze the results, and determine PTC taster genotypes for a family.

Communities of Practice | How to Start a School Garden for Less

Wednesday, April 8, 2026
4:30 pm6:00 pm

Whether you’re looking to transform a corner of your school campus or start a "home-grown" learning project with your students, our April CoP is designed to help you grow—without breaking the bank.

Join local gardening expert Rahn Broady for a hands-on session where we’ll ditch the desks and head outside to our pollinator garden.

You’ll learn the "dirt" on:
-Site Selection: Finding the perfect sun-soaked spot.
-Budget Prep: Setting up a thriving garden inexpensively.
-Smart Planting: Choosing the right greenery for your space and goals.

Plus, we’re sending you home with seeds, cuttings, and garden goodies to jumpstart your journey!

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