Agricultural education prepares students for successful careers and a lifetime of informed choices in the global agriculture, food, fiber and natural resources systems. Start an agricultural education program in your community.

Courses Offered

1. Animal Science*

2. Plant Science*

3. Wildlife Ecology*

4. Power and Technology

5. Agricultural Engineering

6. AgriBusiness and Communications

7. Greenhouse and Landscape Management

   * Denotes classes that count as a 1/2 of Science elective credit

The Mission of the AgriScience Department:

The mission of the Agricultural Education Department at New Lisbon High School is to challenge students to explore and prepare for the diversity of the agricultural industry and related careers.

All classes have multiple year long projects completed by students that relate to the content. An additional project includes an SAE (Supervised Agricultural Experience) Project that will be completed by students. 
FFA is discussed in all classes, as the New Lisbon FFA is an affiliated chapter. This means that all students are FFA members, have the opportunity to participate in the many FFA events held each year, and are expected to help with fundraising efforts for the FFA chapter. 

Courses Available

Plant Science #105

Plant Science teaches students the form and function of plant systems. Student experiences include the study of plant anatomy and physiology, classification, and the fundamentals of production and harvesting. Students learn how to apply scientific knowledge and skills to use plants effectively for agricultural and horticultural production. Students discover the value of plant production and its impact on the individual, the local, and the global economy. 1/2 Science elective will be available. This course qualifies for transcript credit at Western Technical College.

1 Credit Grades 9-12

Animal Science #106

Students will gain knowledge about the animal industry. This class will deal with companion animals (dogs, cats), exotic pets, and large animals (horses, dairy, beef, swine and sheep). Emphasis will be placed on breeds, training and grooming anatomy and physiology, animal health, animal environments, animal feedstuffs, genetics and reproduction, showing and judging and job related safety. This course qualifies for transcripted credit at Western Technical College.

1 Credit Grades 9-12

Wildlife Ecology #110

Wildlife Ecology provides students a variety of experiences that in the fields of natural resources and ecology. Students will explore hands-on projects and activities while studying topics such as land use, water quality, stewardship, and environmental agencies. Study of the natural world including biomes, land, air, water, energy, use and care as well as a focus on issues surrounding man's interaction with the Earth is addressed in this course.

1 Credit Grades 10-12

Greenhouse and Landscape Management #115

Interested in plants? Like working outdoors? Enjoy flowers and flower arrangements? Appreciate a nice landscaped and well-kept yard? Maybe Horticulture is the place for you. Horticulture is defined as the science and art of growing fruits, vegetables and ornamental plants. The purpose of this class is two-fold you will develop and understand how plants grow and propagate, and you will learn how to select, plant and care for all types of plants in and around your home. Major units covered include plant growth, pruning, identification, landscaping, gardening, lawn care, fruit production and career opportunities. This course qualifies for transcript credit at Western Technical College.

1 Credit Grades 9-12

Agricultural Engineering #120

Agricultural Engineering is a course designed to provide rigorous applications in the agricultural engineering field. Throughout the course, students apply technical and engineering skills while becoming competent in the processes used to operate, repair, engineer, and design agricultural structures, engines, and equipment. Students practice technical skills including reading prints, troubleshooting machines, documenting an engine teardown and assembly, reading schematics, researching machine replacement parts, and calculating production efficiencies. The engineering portion of the course includes prototype development, computer aided design (CAD), 3D printing documentation of machine processes, machine automation programming, testing designs - 8 - for structural integrity, and calculating machine speed and power. Prerequisite: Power and Technology. 1/2 Science elective will be available.

1 Credit Grades 9-12

AgriBusiness and Communications #130

Economics and marketing of agribusiness are the topics of this class. This course involves agribusiness records and accounts, analyzing agricultural business, tax management, insurance, budgeting and marketing, and agricultural law. We will also look at types of communications within the agricultural industry. This course is recommended for students planning to enter agricultural business. Some aspects of personal finance will also be discussed.

1 credit Grades 9-12

Power and Technology #135

The focus of Power and Technology is to expose students to mechanics, power, technology, and career options in the world of agriculture. This course will have experiences in various mechanical and engineering concepts with exciting hands-on activities, projects, and problems. Students will involve the study of energy, tool operation and safety, material properties, machine operation, and structural components. They will acquire the basic skills to operate, repair, engineer, and design agricultural tools and equipment. Throughout the course, students will apply the engineering principles to the construction of machines and structures. Students will explore projects and problems similar to those that a mechanic, technician, or engineer may face in their respective careers. In addition, students will understand specific connections between science, math, and technical skills applied to Supervised Agricultural Experiences and FFA components that play an important role developing an informed agricultural education student. Students will investigate, experiment, and learn about documenting a project, solving problems, and communicating their solutions to peers and members of the professional community.

1 Credit Grades 9-12

Advanced Agriculture Study #140 Advanced instruction in several major areas of agriculture can be achieved through a number of independent agricultural classes. The courses are offered on an individual basis and are set up for students interested in developing additional skills in the highly technical fields of agriculture. The student will have to meet specific criteria or demonstrate mastery of skills to pass the class. Areas of study include blueprint reading for welding, welding for the machinist, auto body welding, welding for wood techniques and oxy-fuel welding, management and leadership concepts, advance horticulture, landscape design and advanced engines and power. REQUIRES INSTRUCTOR’S APPROVAL.

1 Credit Grade 11-12