National Association of Agricultural Educators

Don't forget! 2026 NAAE Convention Early Bird Registration closes on July 31!

Join us December 1–5, 2026 in New Orleans, Louisiana for the premier event of the year for agricultural educators. NAAE Convention is designed to help you grow as an agricultural educator through meaningful professional development, hands-on workshops, and connections with colleagues from across the country.

Your registration also gives you access to both the NAAE Convention and ACTE’s CareerTech VISION, expanding your opportunities to learn, network, and bring back ideas that make an impact in your classroom and community.

There is no better investment in your growth, your program, or your career. Secure your spot today and be part of an organization that is leading and learning together. ➡️ www.naae.org/convention

As the school year winds down, we'd love to hear from you! Ag teachers, what was one moment this year that reminded you exactly why you chose this profession?

Congratulations to the following NAAE members who have been selected to attend the 2026 NAAE National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador Academy (NATAA), sponsored by Corteva Agriscience.

For more than 20 years, NATAA has successfully cultivated agriscience and inquiry-based learning in agricultural education. The Academy serves to train agriculture teachers on how to enhance the science that is already present in agriculture, as well as develop students as problem solvers and thinkers through the inquiry-based teaching method.

🚨 Deadline Extended! Sign up for the NAAE Breakout 2.0 Challenge! 🚨

NAAE is excited to announce that the deadline to request a Breakout 2.0 Challenge Kit has been extended to Friday, June 5!

This all new interactive challenge for your students will explore the unique skills needed to be an agricultural educator, discover why they may want to be an ag teacher, and compete with other students and programs from across the United States. If you participated last year, you should have received an email to request a refresh kit in order to compete with this all new challenge this year. The Breakout 2.0 Challenge will take place on National Day which is September 17, 2026.

Don't let your students miss out on this life changing opportunity! ➡️ https://bit.ly/3R39Nc0

NAAE is excited to announce that we will host a Breakout 2.0 Challenge! This all new interactive challenge for your students will explore the unique skills needed to be an agricultural educator, discover why they may want to be an ag teacher, and compete with other students and programs from across the United States. If you participated last year, you should have received an email to request a refresh kit in order to compete with this all new challenge this year.

If you missed out last year, this is your chance! If you are new to the challenge, click the link below for the opportunity to request a Breakout 2.0 Challenge Kit and get your students signed up for this year’s challenge. Only members who plan to have students compete in the challenge should request a kit. Applications close on May 29! ➡️ https://bit.ly/3R39Nc0

The 2026 NAAE Award and Scholarships Applications are due tonight!

NAAE maintains an extensive awards program to recognize the accomplishments of our many talented and dedicated members. We have awards for agricultural educators in every stage of their careers, from scholarships to lifetime achievement. Visit our website to learn more! ➡️ www.naae.org/awards

Interested in learning more about the NAAE Awards process? We're looking for volunteers to serve on the 2026 NAAE Award Judging Committee.

Each committee volunteer must be an NAAE member and will virtually judge up to ten award applications using the required NAAE Award Judging Rubric provided by NAAE. Volunteers who serve on the committee are also eligible to earn up to 8 hours of professional development credit.

Learn more and sign up here! ➡️ https://bit.ly/3QBvOy8

"My students have never been more locked in! The classroom was in almost silence as students raced to be the first to open the box!" - Callahan Lemar, ND

NAAE is excited to announce that we will host a Breakout 2.0 Challenge! This all new interactive challenge for your students will explore the unique skills needed to be an agricultural educator, discover why they may want to be an ag teacher, and compete with other students and programs from across the United States. If you participated last year, you should have received an email to request a refresh kit in order to compete with this all new challenge this year.

If you missed out last year, this is your chance! If you are new to the challenge, click the link below for the opportunity to request a Breakout 2.0 Challenge Kit and get your students signed up for this year’s challenge. Only members who plan to have students compete in the challenge should request a kit. Applications close on May 29! ➡️ https://bit.ly/3R39Nc0