Kids on the Farm Program

“Kids on the Farm is one of our favourite outings of the year and I recommend it to all new teachers who come to the territory. The memories and connections are instantaneous for the students. The learning is abundant and students take home such a variety of different information, whichever they feel the most connected to. The farmers are incredibly kind, generous and professional. They’re always well organized… they are really great with the kids!” - Nicole Doré, Grade 2 teacher at Selkirk Elementary School (2019 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“Always a great success! Best field trip of the year!” - Katherine Lacroix-Kent, Kindergarten teacher at Whitehorse Elementary School (2019 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“The highlight was seeing students gravitate to their favourite area during free time (ex. pig pen, cutting grass for the chickens, feeding the chickens, playing with the dogs). They were all engaged and we did not have one behaviour challenge the entire day. It was the perfect balance of hands-on learning, question and answer time, explanations, observations and free time to play and explore. The farmer was ready, students loved it, parents loved it… definitely 10/10.” - Sarah Johnson, Grade 4 teacher at Whitehorse Elementary School (2019 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“I think this program is of high importance in tying core competencies such as “Social responsibility” and “Critical thinking” as well as big ideas to curricular competencies such as “Exploring regional variations in French” and “interact with Francophones and have life experiences in the French-speaking world.” This is a fabulous tour that I recommend to all.” - Annie Pellicano, Grade 11 French immersion and Core French teacher at F.H. Collins Secondary School (2019 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“It’s very well connected to the grade 3 curriculum. The farmer is always super cheery and welcoming. We always learn so much about the animals and what they can offer us. It’s the best outing for my students and I every year!” - Line Pelletier, Grade 3 teacher at Whitehorse Elementary School (2019 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“Student fee is reasonable for the tour. It is very appreciated that there is a transportation subsidy since most of the farms are at least 30 minutes from Whitehorse… Directions were clear; the farm was easy to find. The tour was very well organized and the farmers well prepared. The explanations were well adapted to the age of the students. The tour was interactive which helped the students to be attentive and to participate. … It was a very enjoyable day of outdoor school. Thank you so much!” - Andrée-Ann Verret, Grade 1 teacher at Selkirk Elementary School (2019 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“A fantastic experience. Students learned a lot. Some of the students went to the same farm last year but still found it very engaging, learned something new and stated that they want to go back again.” - Erik Gray, Grade 8/9 teacher at Vanier Secondary School (2019 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“The farmers did a fantastic job engaging all of my students in a variety of interactive activities. Perfect mix!” - Mariah Michaud, Grade 3/4 teacher at Selkirk Elementary School (2019 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“There are so many curriculum connections that it gives us teachers a challenge to choose which ones to focus on! … The farmer did an EXCELLENT job at providing the class with many hands-on activities. From feeding and learning about the animals and plants, playing games and harvesting in the garden, berry picking and walking with the geese to their bathing grounds, her farm tour was extremely well organized and the time was always kept into account.” - Nicole Doré, Grade 2 teacher at Selkirk Elementary School (2019 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“Very unique relationship between farmers and their animals. Not only we learned a lot about farm life, but it was also a great experience for children to spend the day disconnected from electronics and other stimulants. Very positive experience for every student!” - Nicole Schoeneberg, Grade 4 teacher at Christ the King Elementary School (2019 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“We had such a wonderful time! It was the perfect mix of learning, hands on, being with the animals, free time, and structured activities.” - Kristen Johnston, Grades 5-7 teacher at Jack Hulland Elementary (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“Le programme est vraiment super. Cela nous offre de beaux moments avec les fermiers de notre communauté et les élèves apprennent beaucoup. Plusieurs de nos objectifs pédagogiques sont atteints dans cette sortie.” - Nathalie Martel, enseignante de Maternelle à l’École Émilie-Tremblay (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“Kids on the Farm is such great opportunity for the kids to meet and connect with the local farmers, see how hard they work and live some real-life experiences. The transportation subsidy is very helpful and the quality of the tours are always incredible! Working with the farmers is always so easy.” - Nicole Dore, Grades 2/3 teacher at Selkirk Elementary (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“This field trip fits perfectly with our curriculum! It is the PERFECT way to make what we are doing in the classroom (chicks, life cycles, plants) at this time of year that much more hands on.” - Emily Quarton, Kindergarten teacher at Golden Horn Elementary (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“The students raved about the farm when they got back to school. It was a great day. This program is an amazing opportunity for our students to experience hands-on learning of life cycles, 5 senses, exploration of living vs non-living classifications, and how seasonal changes affect all living things.” - Trish Hirsch, Kindergarten teacher at Golden Horn Elementary (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“Kids on the Farm program is the BEST for teachers! I find planning a trip with this program extremely easy to do… My students loved this trip and it exceeded their expectations. It is so important for everyone to know where food comes from, how animals are our helpers and how to respect them.” - Lucille Gauthier, Kindergarten teacher at Whitehorse Elementary School (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“The students loved the farm. No safety concerns. Farmers were very prepared and it was an amazing trip - great quality of program and very well-kept farm.” - Janet Rudzroga, Grades 3-7 teacher at Jack Hulland Elementary (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“The Kids on the Farm tour is a wonderful opportunity to really make solid connections with nature, where our food comes from and local farmers. The transportation subsidy is essential in helping our families access this program.” - Meghan Adamsky, Grade 1 French Immersion teacher at Selkirk Elementary (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“The science objectives were clearly achieved by the hands on activities with both animals and plants. The incredible learning space provided the students a multitude of experiences in a short amount of time, allowing all learners to question, observe and ask questions about familiar objects and events (re: seasons) in their local environment.” - Nicole Dore, Grades 2/3 teacher at Selkirk Elementary (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“I LOVE this program, it is always my most fun day of the year. The kids are outside and engaged, I get a lot of kids who think they don’t want to go and they enjoy it in the end. I love that the farmers are so knowledgeable and I have had amazing experiences so far. I will do this every year! It is an amazing opportunity to link hands on learning with sustainable food talks and to show them food that comes from their town.” - Susie Leaman, Foods and Nutrition/Cafeteria Training Grades 11-12 teacher at F.H. Collins Secondary (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“I really like the farm experience for these young students. What we see fits well within our curriculum, and we can make the connections that we need to both before and after the trip. The farmers have all been well-prepared for our visits, shown us what they can based on the time of year, and adjusted to the group as needed, and for the time we had.” - Judith MacLean, Kindergarten and Grades 1/2 teacher at Khàtinas.àxh Community School (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)

“The highlight for me was the interest and excitement I heard from the children as they learned where their different favourite meats come from, and that their vegetables are grown in the ground.” - Judith MacLean, Kindergarten and Grades 1/2 teacher at Khàtinas.àxh Community School (2018 Farm Tour Evaluation Form)