“Participating classes receive physical learning materials such as ear tags and feed samples, as well as monthly updates on the life of their calf,” explains Mortenson. “One fieldtrip per class per school year to the farm is also included: although, due to current pandemic restrictions, this year’s field trips are all being conducted virtually through Zoom which still allows the ability to interact in real time and answer questions from the students.” Virtual farm tours will remain an option for any class unable to make the journey to the farm in person. Sign-up for Classroom Cattle opens to Canadian teachers in September each year and the program runs from October to May. Mortenson intends to have the program remain free to classrooms through industry sponsorship and fundraising.