CENTENNIAL, Colo. — From April 11 – 18, Twenty-nine seniors from Bear Creek High School learned what farm and ranch life is all about while they stayed with farmers and ranchers throughout Colorado through the Senior Field Studies Program. During their visit, students help with the daily chores of the farm or ranch, attend any meetings the family might go to and participate in social activities. By participating in the daily operations of a farm or ranch, the students gained firsthand knowledge in production agriculture practices and activities. Through these activities, the students learn about the family values, business aspects, political issues and community activities that make up rural life in Colorado.
“I want to take a moment to say THANK YOU to everyone who opened their homes for a Senior Field Studies student this year,” said Steve Porentas, Bear Creek High School Senior Field Studies Program Director in a thank you letter to the host families and Colorado Farm Bureau. “Your kindness and willingness to work with these young people is greatly appreciated. After reconnecting with the students this week, I’ve found that they have learned a lot, far more than I could ever teach them. I want you all to know that the students are better for what you taught them. Some of the lessons may take years to sink in, but I guarantee that they will not forget their time with you and that they will always have a deeper understanding of agriculture than the average consumer.”
The Senior Field Studies program is sponsored by the Colorado Farm Bureau Women’s Leadership Committee. Students stayed with host families on Colorado farms and ranches in Yuma, Crook, Amherst, Monte Vista, Mosca, Slater, Lindon, Norwood, Limon, Salida, Redvale, Stratton, Palisade, Simla, Gunnison and Parlin.
— Colorado Farm Bureau
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