Bee education in Scioto County

Scioto County Farm Bureau is proud to collaborate with several community partners to support an exciting new educational initiative. Working alongside South Central Ohio ESC, OSU Extension–Scioto County, the Scioto County Beekeepers Association, Fuhrmann’s Orchard, Scioto County Soil & Water Conservation District, and KB Flower Farm, we’ve helped develop a comprehensive curriculum designed to bring the world of bees and pollination into local classrooms.

“What’s All the Buzz About” is a specialized training program created by Adam Michael of the South Central Ohio ESC. The program equips teachers with the knowledge and resources to teach students about the vital role bees play in agriculture and the environment. By blending literacy, science standards, and local agricultural connections, the initiative supports hands‑on, relevant learning experiences across Scioto County.

A key goal of the program is collaboration—educators are encouraged to share ideas, build meaningful connections with local experts, and create a lasting curriculum resource for future classrooms.

Thanks to a generous grant from the Ohio Farm Bureau Foundation, every district in Scioto County has received a resource kit filled with books, materials, and teacher guides to support implementation.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all partnering organizations and to the dedicated teachers who participated in today’s training. Together, we’re helping students understand—and appreciate—the importance of bees in our community.

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Greg McGlinch

Darke County Farm Bureau

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Clermont County Farm Bureau

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Trumbull County Farm Bureau

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Clinton County Farm Bureau

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Matt Aultman

Darke County Farm Bureau

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Trumbull County Farm Bureau

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