Info on Space Ag In The Classroom

Info on SAITC
Space Agriculture in the Classroom is a joint project of USDA, NASA, and the University of Florida that is designed to boost student awareness of the space program and the role of agriculture in our economy and society. Our project will help students see the connection between agricultural practices on Earth that relate to space-based research, particularly in the plant sciences. By December 2004, project materials will have been disseminated through the Agriculture in the Classroom network in 10 target states. Currently, Growing Space Vol. 1-3 is out in classrooms in all of our partner states. The Goals of the SAITC program are to: Increase awareness of the role and scope of local and national agriculture in the economy and society. Increase awareness and excitement in the space program Excite students to learn with an academically sound program Produce better citizens who support wise agricultural and scientific policies Reach a population of students who may not otherwise get this material namely, urban, suburban, and underserved populations. Train tomorrow's scientists, researchers, agriculturists, educators, engineers, and explorers Inspire students to Stay close to the earth, and reach for the stars