FAQ - Ledyard Agri-Science & Technology

Agri-Science & Technology Program FAQ

How can I become a Colonel?

Have a sincere interest in agriculture
Complete an application and submit by December 31st (See your school counselor)
Schedule an interview with one of the Agri-Science staff

Who do I contact if I have questions about the application process, scheduling an interview, receiving a tour or information about the program?

Mrs. Hepburn at 860-464-9600 ext. 2100 or by fax at 860-464-1990

Is it required that I be an FFA member?

All Agri-Science students are highly encouraged to be an active FFA member so they can become leaders within their community, their state and nation. Go to www.ffa.org for more information.

Is it required that I have an Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) project?

Yes, all Agri-Science students are required to develop an acceptable agriculturally related project that takes place either before school, after school, weekends, vacations, etc. Refer to the SAE tab for more detailed information.
SAE is worth 20% of the students Agri-Science grade.

How many credits is the Agri-Science & Technology class?

1 credit for Ag I (meets every other day for the whole year)
2 credits for Ag II, III & IV (meets every day for the whole year)
Agri-Science class are considered elective course for all students

How am I transported to Ledyard High School?

If you are a Ledyard resident, you will take the bus that you would normally take to LHS
If you are an out of district student, you will contact your local bus company and ask them where and when drop off and pick up is located

What is the attendance policy?

No student may receive credit for a full credit course after being absent from that course fourteen (14) class periods.
No student may receive credit for a half credit course after being absent from that course seven (7) class periods.

What is the regular bell schedule?

Block 1 7:42-9:06
Block 2 9:11-10:37
Lunch 1 10:42-11:07
Block 3-1 11:12-12:36
Block 3-2 10:42-12:06
Lunch 2 12:11-12:36
Block 4 12:41-2:05

Can I participate in the Music Program or Athletics if I am an out of district student?

Yes! When you become a student in the Agri-Science Program, you are fully enrolled as a Ledyard High School student and can participate in all the extracurricular and intracurricular activities that we offer.

Can I shadow a current Ag I student during the school year?

Yes! After you have submitted your completed application, contact Mrs. Hepburn to set up the experience and provide you with the necessary paperwork to do so

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Where is Ledyard High School?

24 Gallup Hill Road, Ledyard, CT 06339