SC Farm to School Summit

Fri Feb 21 2025 at 08:30 am to 03:00 pm UTC-05:00

Pastides Alumni Center | Columbia

Amy Dabbs, Clemson Extension Statewide School & Community Gardening Coordinator
Publisher/HostAmy Dabbs, Clemson Extension Statewide School & Community Gardening Coordinator
SC Farm to School Summit
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Come join us at the SC Farm to School Summit for a day of learning, networking, and bridging the gap between schools and farms in SC!
About this Event

Welcome to the SC Farm to School Summit!

Join us at the Pastides Alumni Center for a day filled with learning, networking, and fun. This event is the perfect opportunity for farmers, educators, food service professionals, and community organizations to come together and discuss ways to bring fresh, local produce into our schools. From interactive speakers to action oriented workshops, you'll leave feeling inspired, confident and ready to make a difference in your community. Don't miss out on this chance to be a part of the farm to school movement in South Carolina!

Why Attend:

The theme for the SC Farm to School Summit this year is "Bridging the Gap from Farm to School." The focus will be on facilitating connections, providing support and resources, and empowering both educators and farmers in our state to continue the Farm to School movement. The activities throughout the conference will provide all attendees with actionable takeaways, partnerships, and confidence to make a change in their schools and communities.

Who Should Attend:

  • Educators and School Administrators- Discover creative ways to integrate local foods into your classrooms and curriculum.
  • Nutrition service professionals, Farmers and Agricultural producers- Create a network of action items and resources to bring local foods to cafeterias and support local agriculture practices.
  • Wellness & public health professionals, Community Organizers, and Policymakers- Connect with educators and producers and learn how you can support farm-to-school initiatives in your area.


What to Expect:

8:30- 9:00am Registration and Breakfast

9:00-9:30am Welcome

9:30-11:30am Morning Breakout Sessions

Lunch and Networking

12:30-2:30pm Afternoon Breakout Sessions

2:30-3:00pm Closing Session


Please visit for additional information about this event and ways to get involved. You can also reach out to [email protected].

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Pastides Alumni Center, 900 Senate Street, Columbia, United States

Tickets

USD 32.64

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