On this episode of Cultivating Classrooms, we sit down with retired ag teachers Sandy Dykes and Dan Ziegler to talk honestly about the dos and don’ts of retirement. From lessons learned to things they wish they’d done sooner, this conversation is full of practical advice, reflection, and wisdom for educators at any stage of their career.

More Questions? Email sandra.dykes222@gmail.com or danziegler61@gmail.com

In this episode of Cultivating Classrooms, we sit down with Glenda Crook & Cheryl Zimmerman of Wisconsin FFA to share important FFA updates for advisors and members. They cover upcoming conference information, contest and award updates, some common FFA questions they are getting, and key deadlines to keep on your radar. This episode is a helpful resource for staying informed and prepared as you plan for the busy FFA season ahead.

2025-2026 Wisconsin Association of FFA Calendar

More Questions? Email czimmerman@wisconsinffa.org or gcrook@wisconsinffa.org

In this episode of Cultivating Classrooms, Emma and I talk through some familiar, free resources that many ag teachers already know and use from time to time. We share our personal favorites, how we use them in our classrooms and FFA programs, and ideas for getting even more value out of these go to tools. If you’re looking for practical ways to make the most of resources you already have, this episode is full of helpful insights.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Facebook - Wisconsin Ag Ed Discussion

• WAAE Google Drive Folder - Request to be a “Viewer”

• One Less Thing

• WI Ag in the Classroom

• National FFA Teacher Resources

• Wisconsin Team Ag Ed Directory

More Questions? Email sjurczykowski@wdpsd.com or hubere@portage.k12.wi.us