Professional Development

The Yellow Farmhouse offers hands-on professional development opportunities for educators of all grade levels and content areas. Programs include concepts such as sustainable agriculture, including soil health, crop rotation, and composting. Teachers participate in experiential activities designed to spark dialogue around food system issues. In most programs, we work together to prepare and share homemade meals centered around farm-fresh ingredients. In addition, we consider how food and farming can be used as an entry point to various subjects and standards.

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Featured Events

Upcoming Programs and Events

Event

Description

National Partnership for FCS Educators - January PD

January 21, 2026

Virtual at 7PM - Founding Director of Yellow Farmhouse Education Center, Jen Rothman, shares the story behind the Yellow Farmhouse and the evolution of the Farm to Culinary Classroom program, guided by regenerative ecosystem principles that shape both organizational and programmatic growth. Zoom link:

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Spring 2026 Teacher PD - Food Waste in the Culinary Classroom

March 6, 2026

You’ll leave with fresh ideas, new skills, and a stronger network of fellow educators! Breakfast and lunch are included. 830AM - 2PM at Stone Acres Farm

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2026 FCS Educators Virtual Conference

March 7, 2026

SAVE THE DATE - Hosted by Northeast Network of the National Partnership for FCS Educators; Virtual from 9AM - 12PM

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Virtual PD Library

Find links to readings, videos, book lists, podcasts, and more.

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Funding Partners

CT Grown for CT Kids Grant
USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture
USDA Patrick Leahy Farm to School Program

Contact Us

Street Address:

389 N. Main Street, Stonington, CT 06378

Mailing address:

P.O. Box 202, Stonington, CT 06378

Phone number:

(860) 245-5119

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