Please see the counseling office or contact Ms. Kerr at Poway High School for information on changing into the Ag Classes. Click here for a change letter to submit to your counselor.
6.5 period courses (Ag Leadership and Fair Projects) are available during any year of enrollment.
2007-08 Course Offering
Fall Spring
2 Ag Science I/II /1 Ag Science I/II3 Ag Science 3/4
4 Floral Design 3 Floral Design
5 ROP Vet Science
6 Ag Science I/II 2 Ag Science I/II
6.5 Ag Leadership 6.5 Ag Leadership
6.5 Fair Projects
Proposed 2007-08 Course Offerings
Ag Science I/IIAg Science III/IV
Ag Science III/IV
and/or Floral Design and/or Animal Health (Equine Science emphasis)/Equine Science
Floral Design and/or Animal Health (Equine Science emphasis)/Equine Science
Class Description
Ag Science I/II
This course is designed to introduce first-year students to the agriculture industry and covers a basic view of AG related topics such as: Animal Science, Plant Science, leadership skills, and the National FFA Organization.
Ag Science III/IV
This is a second-year course which explores the topics covered in Ag Science I/II further. This course covers these topics more in depth and will better prepare the students to continue agriculture course work.
Floral Design
This course also has leadership skills element and will prepare students for entry level positions in the floral industry.
Veterinary Science/Equine Science
This is an advanced animal science course. Students enrolling in this course should have a strong science background. Completion of Ag Science I/II and/or Ag Science III/IV is recommended. The course covers animal health related topics with an equine emphasis. This course also has leadership skills element and will prepare students for entry level positions in the vet science and/or equine industries.
Ag Leadership
This course is a 6.5 period class offered after school two days per week and carries 2.5 elective units. Topics covered in this course include, but are not limited to: team building, time management, event planning, and public speaking. This course is an excellent choice for any student interested in holding a student office.
Fair Projects
This course is 6.5 period class offered after school two days per week and carries 2.5 elective units. Students enrolled in this course will gain skills pertaining to raising livestock for the San Diego County Fair. Topics include, but are not limited to: nutrition, livestock evaluation and selection, marketing, and financial planning.
