INTRODUCTION:
4-H Embryology Program gives students the opportunity to learn the life cycle of chicks by hatching them in the classroom. Students will care for pre-incubated chicks by monitoring an incubator, maintaining optimal incubation stages and caring for the chicks after incubation— all during a two-week period. Partner with MU Extension to provide an optimal hands-on learning experience. Each educator will receive a kit of educational resources, pre-incubated eggs (chicks are accepted back at conclusion of the program), and incubator. This program is a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to register early to secure your spot in the program.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
The learning objectives for students enrolled in this program are as follows:
1. Provide educational information regarding embryology
2. Supplement and enrich ongoing studies
3. Provide an opportunity to experience the birth and possible death process
4. Provide an opportunity to relate the development of the chick to the development of other living creatures
SESSIONS & REGISTRATION DEADLINES:
Session 1: March 24- April 4, 2025
Registration Deadline: February 24
Pick up: March 24 5pm or 5:30pm
Drop off: April 4 3:30pm- 5pm
Location: MU Extension Buchanan County Office, 4125 Mitchell Ave, St. Joseph, MO 64507
Session 2: April 7- April 18, 2025
Registration Deadline: March 17
Pick up: April 7 5pm or 5:30pm Drop off: April 18 3:30pm- 5pm (There is some flexibility due to the holiday, please identify need in registration)
Location: MU Extension Buchanan County Office, 4125 Mitchell Ave, St. Joseph, MO 64507
HOW TO REGISTER:
Register at v2.4HOnline.com. New participants will need to create a free profile, then register for event.
COST & MATERIALS:
We are graciously grateful to have a new partner that is providing Cornish Cross (meat) eggs this year that has drastically reduced the cost. We have reduced our program cost to reflect this change. Registration fee is $35.00. Includes a classroom kit that consists of curriculum, one dozen eggs, and one incubator. A small bag of feed is also provided.
Reservations without payment will be placed at the bottom of the list. Please check your school calendar before enrolling for any conflicts. A confirmation email will be sent to registrants two (2) weeks prior to the session's start date.
REQUIRED TRAINING:
A short informational session is required for each individual educator/teacher when picking up the eggs. If the educator is not able to attend the session, please contact us at least 1-week prior so we can provide the information to you via phone or email.
FOR ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS AND/ OR CONCERNS:
Laura Evans 4-H Youth Specialist evansla@missouri.edu
