Dairy in the Classroom

Dairy in the Classroom Program  

A hands-on journey from cow to cup right in your classroom!!

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Nassau County, in partnership with New York Agriculture in the Classroom, is excited to offer Dairy in the Classroom , a free, 6-week educational program for Nassau County elementary schools. Through engaging lessons, students will explore how milk travels from local farms to their table while discovering careers in agriculture, sustainable farming practices, and the science behind dairy foods.

We encourage schools to reserve their preferred session block now. While we understand you may not yet know your exact classroom sizes or times, submitting a request now ensures we can plan ahead. Final scheduling details will be confirmed in September once the new school year begins.

School Participation Guidelines

To help us accommodate all interested schools:

• Please select a full 6-week session block
• Final times and classroom lists will be arranged in September
• We kindly ask schools to schedule by grade level for the day or provide access to an all-purpose room to combine classrooms if needed. 

What We Offer:

• Monthly Themed Lessons
• 6-Week Program: For a more in-depth exploration, our 6-week program provides continuity and enriched learning experiences. Each week’s lesson introduces a new theme, reinforcing key concepts covered in previous lessons and building upon them.

Available 2025-2026 School Year

Session 1: 
Thursdays
9/25, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6

Fridays
9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31

Session 2:
Thursdays
11/13, 11/20, 12/4, 12/11, 12/18, 1/8

Fridays
11/14, 11/21, 12/5, 12/12, 12/19, 1/9

Session 3:
Thursdays
1/15,1/22,1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/26

Fridays
1/16,1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/27

Session 4:
Thursdays
3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/16

Fridays
3/6, 3/13, 3/20, 3/27, 4/17, 4/24

Session 5:
Thursdays
4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4

Fridays
5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22,5/29, 6/5

What to Expect:

Each 45-minute session brings agriculture to life through fun, interactive lessons tied to science, nutrition, and sustainability. Students will:

• Taste-test local dairy products like milk, cheese, yogurt, and even butter they make themselves

• Participate in hands-on activities such as DIY butter-making, parfait building, and creating mini greenhouses

• Learn about New York’s dairy industry, including modern technology and environmental care

• Explore exciting careers in the dairy and agriculture sectors

Register and Reserve Your Spot

Spots are limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis! REGISTER HERE

Let your students explore the science, taste, and impact of New York dairy with this unforgettable in-class experience!

Last updated April 24, 2025