Empower Your Classroom: Hands-On Hydroponics
Professional Development Day
Brought to you by 4-H
Join Allegheny County 4-H and The Forge of Creation for an exclusive Professional Development day. Attend the training, take home a complete vertical growing system, and launch your school's living STEM lab at no cost.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Join us for this professional development opportunity and transform your classroom.
Our education partners
4-H Penn State Extension
Slippery Rock University
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Join us for this professional development opportunity and transform your classroom.
Event Highlights
Get Your Own Growing System
Every attendee (or organization) will receive a The Forge of Creation vertical hydroponic system. Our team of experts will walk you through the entire process of:
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Set-up & Installation
Move from unboxing to planting in under an hour.
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System Management
Learn how to use Smithy, your personal Plant Coach AI, to automate hydration, lighting, and nutrient cycles.
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Easy Maintenance
We'll show you how to keep your system thriving with just 10-15 minutes of monthly upkeep.
Turnkey STEM Curriculum
Stop worrying about lesson plans and start growing. We provide sample lesson guides specifically designed for Grades 4-12. These lessons integrate:
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Biology & Horticulture
From seed starting and plant life cycles to chemistry and nutrient density.
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Data Science
Teach students to track water pH, calculate Electrical Conductivity (EC), and analyze plant health diagnostics in real-time.
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Artificial Intelligence
Introduce students to the real-world application of AI through the Smithy management platform.
Join the Forge Curriculum Team
Craft the Future of STEM Education
We are looking for passionate and dedicated educators who want to help shape a better future for STEM curriculums to join our Curriculum Team. If selected, you will work directly with The Forge of Creation team and other local educators to:
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Help develop new, high-impact lessons for various grade levels.
Peer Review
Assist in validating and refining lesson plans for a national rollout.
Get 2-Years Free Access
Selected members will receive 2 years of complimentary access to our Hands-on Hydroponics platform for their entire class.
Are you ready to lead the charge in modern agricultural education? Apply during the event or by contacting us below!
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Join us for this professional development opportunity and transform your classroom.