HORTICULTURE

Horticulture is a one-credit course in which students receive instructions about this multi-faceted industry and participate in hands on activities in the areas of careers ,technological advancements employability skills, SAEPs, computer applications , basic plant science, plant propagation, soil and media mixture, plant nutrition, greenhouse design and structures, nursery crops, hydroponics, and vegetable gardening.

The content standards are not intended to serve as the entire curriculum.  Teachers are encouraged to expand the curriculum beyond the limits of these contents standards  to accommodate specific community interests and utilize local resources.. This course encourages critical thinking , use of the specific method, integration of technology , development of student leadership skills, and application of should of knowledge and skills related to particular questions /problems. safe field and laboratory investigations should be used in instructions to the maximum extent possible to illustrate scientific concepts and principle and to support inquiry instructions.

This course emphasizes SAEP and FFA  opportunities that develop students ' potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success.