Registration for 2008-2009 School Programs will begin on Monday, April 14.

Our K-12 school programs are up and running. All programs include a farm visit and an experiential activity to engage students in learning about the importance of ecological, community-based farming. Programs are linked to the New York State Learning Standards. We also offer customized programs for college groups. We are open for school groups Monday through Friday.

For the safety of our visiting children and to maximize farm production, we require that all school groups pre-register for programs led by Stone Barns staff. To schedule a school program, please download the School Programs brochure and complete the application. For additional information, please contact Judy Fink, Education Programs Director at 914 366 6200 x113. You can view the programs by clicking below.
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Fifth graders at Columbus Elementary School in Mt. Pleasant participated in a program at Stone Barns in September. Click below to read all about it.
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AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
This spring Stone Barns will again offer two after school programs for students in grades K-6. The After School Explorers program caters to our younger farmers in grades K-2 and the Farmers in Training program is perfect for our older students in grades 3-6.

REGISTRATION BEGINS JANUARY 9, 2008 Download the pdf below or contact Shelby MacLeish at 914.366.6200 x111 or shelbym@stonebarnscenter.org for more information!
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Farm Explorers- K-2 $125.00/session or $150/session for Farm to Table

Session One: Farm to Table and Farm Crafts at Stone Barns-March 5,12,19 and 26 2008
COST $150/session
Explorers will learn how to prepare a seasonal farm fresh snack. We will explore the farm for our ingredients and make the preparations in the classroom. Explorers will go home with recipes and farm crafts.

Session Two: Animals at Stone Barns-April 2,9,16, and 30 2008 3:30-5:00 pm
During their four weeks on the farm, explorers learn about all of our animals and help our farmers with the afternoon farm chores. Explorers will collect eggs, feed pigs and observe animal behavior.

Session Three: Gardening at Stone Barns-May 7,14, 21,28 2008 3:30-5:00 pm
During May explorers will learn about plants and what they need to survive. We will work alongside our farmers and gardeners to save seeds, harvest vegetables, and prepare beds for the winter months.

Farmers-in Training (FIT)- Grades 3-6 $300.00/session 1 or $250.00 for session 2
Farmers in training are hard at work at Stone Barns. When they arrive at the farm, FIT will head right to work and help the farmers with evening chores such as collecting eggs or feeding the pigs. After chores are finished, the young farmers will start a structured activity such as building trails, amending beds, or moving animals. The FIT program will run on Tuesdays from 3:30-5:30 PM.

Session one: February 5,12,26,March 4,11 18 25 and April 1
Session two: April 29, May 6, 13,20, 27, and June 3

Explorers and FIT should dress for the weather and wear sturdy, closed toed shoes. As we may be walking in long grass or the woods, pants are recommended.

If you have any questions please contact Shelby MacLeish at 914-366-6200 X111 or shelbym@stonebarnscenter.org.

Calling all Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts! Stone Barns has programs for scouts ages 6-14. Get your hands dirty working in the greenhouse or get up close & personal with our animals. All of Stone Barns’ programs combine fun farm chores & an experience of all the senses that will make for an unforgettable trip. Download the pdf below or contact Shelby MacLeish at 914.366.6200 x111 or shelbym@stonebarnscenter.org for more information!
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Little Farmers Program
Session 1: Thursdays, 3/27 - 4/17: 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
Session 2: Thursdays, 5/1 - 5/22: 1:45 PM - 2:45 PM
The Little Farmers Program is designed to involve parents and their children, ages 2½ to 3½, in exploring the farm, discovering the joy of being outdoors, and connecting to the wonder of nature in our lives. Each of the four classes will focus on a different farm theme, and will include hands-on activities and visits to the animals and gardens to learn about livestock care and growing our own food. Using stories, songs, crafts and games we’ll foster our sense of wonder and learn about the farm right in our backyard.
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Growing Farmers Program
Session 1: Thursdays, 3/27 - 4/17: 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Session 2: Thursdays, 5/1 - 5/22: 12:15 PM - 1:15 PM
Growing Farmers is for children ages 3½ to 4½, and is designed for children to participate without a parent. Together, we’ll learn about how the farm works by exploring how we grow food and raise animals. Along with weaving in crafts, movement, songs and stories, farm activities will help build independence, self-confidence, and encourage children to connect to the natural world.
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