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Amanda Stoll
AG Teacher
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My name is Amanda Stoll. I have three children, two boys and one girl: Raylan, Evelyn, and Tristan. I grew up in Byers, CO in a large family of seven siblings. My parents had a few animals, and my grandfather owned a large farm, which was family operated, raising wheat and buffalo. I spent a lot of time on the farm and developed a passion for agriculture. I spent every summer as a combine operator for wheat harvest in my younger years and still try to get out to the farm as much as possible.
I graduated Byers High School in 2007 with both my high school diploma and an associate degree from Morgan Community College. I continued my education at Colorado State University where I dabbled in several majors before I found my interest in Agriculture Education. I graduated from CSU in 2011. In 2018, I received my endorsement for elementary education. I received my master's degree from CSU Global in Teaching Leadership in 2022. I began teaching in 2018. I spent two years teaching 6th Grade, then moved into my current position as the agriculture teacher and FFA advisor. Deer Trail offers three different pathways in Agriculture Education: animal systems, plant systems, and power, structure, and technical systems. I love all of the pathways but my favorite pathway to teach is animal systems, which, like many of the pathways, is relevant to all students because we all have pets. Other pathways are relevant as well; plant systems include landscape design and greenhouse and PSTS includes basic skills in electrical, engines, plumbing, and metals.
Class Description
Principles of Animal and Veterinary Science – Students will develop knowledge, skills and understanding in the biological processes and physiological systems found in livestock and companion animal species including anatomy and physiology, growth and development, muscular and skeletal systems, integumentary system, respiratory and circulatory systems, nervous system, lymphatic and endocrine systems and excretory system. The scientific processes of observation, hypothesizing, data gathering, interpretation, analysis and application will be included. Career opportunities and educational preparation will be examined. Learning activities are varied with classroom, laboratory and field experiences will be included.
Animal Production – Students will gain knowledge, skill and understanding in a variety of systems of production as well as the care, management and handling of livestock and companion animal species. Nutrients and nutrition, types of feeds, balancing rations, herd health management, common diseases, parasites, disease treatment and prevention, reproductive management, routine administration techniques and basic animal handling will be the topics covered in this course. Current animal agricultural issues will be researched and addressed. The scientific processes of observation, hypothesizing, data gathering, interpretation, analysis and application will be included. Career opportunities and educational preparation will be examined. Learning activities are varied with classroom, laboratory and field experiences will be included.
Landscape Design/Greenhouse Production – Landscape Construction and Maintenance provides instruction that incorporates plant science, soil and media mixtures, plant identification and optimal environments, and landscape design, installation, and maintenance of new and existing landscapes: Participation in FFA activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience(SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration, and reinforcement of academic experiences. Greenhouse Production units of study include plant identification, greenhouse management, integrated pest management, propagation, growing media, growing greenhouse crops, horticulture mechanics, Agribusiness units will cover operating a horticultural business, pricing work, advertising, and sales. Participation in FFA student organization activities and Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects is an integral course component for leadership development, career exploration and reinforcement of academic concepts.
Principles of Ag Power, Structure, and Technical Systems – Principles of Ag Power, Structure, and Technical System is an introductory course educating students to the basic skills and knowledge in construction and land management. This course covers topics including safety, project management, land site management, irrigation and drainage and agriculture structures and components. Students gain the basic skills and knowledge in metal fabrication and agriculture systems. This course covers topics including safety, project management, basic engine and motor mechanics, and basic metal fabrication techniques and processes. Upon completion of this course, proficient students will be prepared for more advanced coursework in agricultural mechanics.
Ag Capstone – This course allows for individualized advanced or culminating work in any Program of Study. This advanced work can be individualized to the specific program of study to allow for specialized study for the student. It may include project based or problem-based learning or preparation for end of program industry certification. The instructor, in collaboration with the individual student, will determine the specific content and course design.
Middle School Ag (Introduction to Agriculture) – An introductory course for first year agriculture education students. This course introduces students to the foundational principles of agriculture, food and natural resources. Students will gain knowledge in career development, leadership, personal development, communications, animal science, plant science, natural resources, food science, power/structure and agribusiness.