Lyerly Elementary School is the winner of the fourth annual Agricultural Awareness Week Observance award for the state of Georgia.
“Georgia farmers continue to make our state one of the most vital and diversified farm economies in the nation,” said Gov. Sonny Perdue. “Agriculture Awareness Week gives our students the opportunity to learn how this evolving industry impacts the citizens of our state.”
During the National Agriculture Week event, fifth grade classes were encouraged to participate in events and lessons to help students learn about agriculture.
The Lyerly Elementary class was judged as best in the state for using innovative teaching techniques. During the week the students learned about the impact of farming on the economy, the impact of farming in their own lives, the kinds of products produced in Georgia and how Georgia ranks nationally in the production of various agricultural products.
The Lyerly students, led by teacher Jill Pledger, learned about Georgia agriculture through several creative avenues. Aside from learning about plant classification and proper care for dairy cows, the students participated in a mock CSI investigation where they had to analyze and interpret the impact of shared water resources.
Valley Point Elementary in Dalton was also among the finalists.
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