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Gibson County: Farm to School Planning
Teacher Questionnaire
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1.
Please complete the following:
(Required.)
Complete Name
School Name
School District
Grade
Subject
# of in-class students 2020-2021 school year
# of MDE students 2020-2021 school year
Average Class Size (indicate #)
Email Address
Phone Number
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2.
I have heard the phrase "Farm to School."
(Required.)
Yes
No
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3.
I understand what the phrase "Farm to School" means.
(Required.)
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
4.
I am familiar with Farm to School programming currently occurring in Gibson County Schools.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
5.
I am currently using Farm to School concepts in my curriculum.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
6.
I would like to incorporate Farm to School concepts into my teaching.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
7.
My students would benefit from learning about Farm to School concepts during the school day.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
8.
I am familiar with Farm to School resources available.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
9.
Teaching Farm to School concepts in school can positively impact children's lives outside of school.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
10.
Farm to School programming can positively impact local businesses.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
11.
Farm to School programming can positively impact local farmers.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
12.
Farm to School programming can influence children's preferences for fresh fruit and vegetables.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
13.
Farm to School programming can increase students willingness to try new foods and make healthier food choices.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
14.
School meals can impact the academic performance of students.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
15.
Nutritious school meals are an important part of the school day.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
16.
Farm to School activities can be integrated into existing curriculum and meet educational standards established by the state.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
17.
My students make healthy food choices.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
18.
My students understand where their food comes from.
Strongly agree
Agree
Neither agree nor disagree
Disagree
Strongly disagree
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19.
I think Farm to School programming includes the following (check all that apply):
(Required.)
School gardens
School farms
Growing edible trees/shrubs on school grounds
Taste tests of fruits and vegetables
Nutrition education
Cooking classes/demonstrations
Teaching students about growing/raising their own food in the classroom
Incorporating school garden produce and school farm products in cafeteria food and classroom snacks
Purchasing food from local/regional farms
Farmers visiting schools to share about their occupation and farm
Field trips to local gardens and farms
Environmental education (ex: composting, recycling, ecology, etc.)
Other (please specify)
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20.
My school currently engages in....(check all that apply):
(Required.)
School gardens
School farms
Growing edible trees/shrubs on school grounds
Taste tests of fruits and vegetables
Nutrition education
Cooking classes/demonstrations
Teaching students about growing/raising their own food in the classroom
Incorporating school garden produce and school farm products in cafeteria food and classroom snacks
Purchasing food from local/regional farms
Farmers visiting schools to share about their occupation and farm
Field trips to local gardens and farms
Environmental education (ex: composting, recycling, ecology, etc.)
Other (please specify)
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21.
I would like to see the following programming implemented at my school (check all that apply):
(Required.)
School gardens
School farms
Growing edible trees/shrubs on school grounds
Taste tests of fruits and vegetables
Nutrition education
Cooking classes/demonstrations
Teaching students about growing/raising their own food in the classroom
Incorporating school garden produce and school farm products in cafeteria food and classroom snacks
Purchasing food from local/regional farms
Farmers visiting schools to share about their occupation and farm
Field trips to local gardens and farms
Environmental education (ex: composting, recycling, ecology, etc.)
Other (please specify)
22.
Which of the following do you perceive as barriers to initiating Farm to School programming?
Lack of funds: unable to afford and sustain
Lack of time: Class time, teacher training, etc.
Lack of Support: Community, Parental, Teacher and/or School
Lack of Interest: Students don't want to participate
Other (please specify)
23.
What needs (if any) do you have in order to implement Farm to School programming in your classroom?
24.
Would you be interested in attending a training on implementing Farm to School activities in the classroom prior to the 2021-2022 school year?
Yes
No
Current Progress,
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