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Join Colorado Agriculture in the Classroom and Make a Difference as a Board Member
Applications for 2023-2024 voting directors and non-voting advisors due July 24.
WESTMINSTER (June 12, 2023) — Colorado Agriculture in the Classroom (CoAITC) is excited to announce an incredible opportunity to contribute to the development of agricultural literacy education across the state. CoAITC is currently seeking passionate individuals to join the organization as volunteer members to serve on the board of directors and the advisory board. This is a chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of students and teachers by promoting the importance of agriculture in Colorado’s classrooms.
As a nonprofit organization established in 1991, CoAITC aims to advance agricultural literacy by providing authentic, standards-aligned programs and resources for prekindergarten through 12th grade formal and informal instruction. This is accomplished through a combination of printed and electronic resources, in-person and virtual student presentations, teacher professional development, educational activities at public events, and multiple communications and outreach efforts. CoAITC annually reaches 325,000 students, teachers, families, and individuals in urban, suburban, and rural communities across Colorado.
“Those who serve as directors and advisors play a crucial role in shaping the strategic direction of Colorado Agriculture in the Classroom and driving our mission forward. Our board is built of individuals with diverse backgrounds, expertise, and a strong commitment to agriculture and education,” said Ashley Wilcox, CoAITC president. “This is an opportunity to collaborate with like-minded professionals and contribute to a cause that positively impacts Colorado.”
Members of the board of directors and advisory board attend joint quarterly meetings, serve on the organization’s seven committees, assist in the planning and implementation of Agriculture in the Classroom programs and activities, and participate in fundraising. Director and advisory board members serve voluntarily.
If you are enthusiastic about agriculture, education, and want to be part of an organization dedicated to cultivating the next generation of consumers, citizens, and professionals, you are encouraged to apply. To learn more and apply, please visit GrowingYourFuture.com or use this link: bit.ly/3X2x5xh. The application deadline is July 24, 2023.
ABOUT COLORADO AGRICULTURE IN THE CLASSROOM (CoAITC)
Colorado Agriculture in the Classroom (also known as Colorado Foundation for Agriculture) is a nonprofit educational corporation that is the lead agricultural literacy organization, serving the full spectrum of prekindergarten through 12th grade formal and informal education in Colorado. Its mission is connecting Colorado educators and students to their food, fiber, fuel, and natural resources. CoAITC provides resources and programs to educators and students across the state, many of which are free or at minimal cost. To learn more or to make a tax-deductible gift, visit GrowingYourFuture.com.
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