Chesterfield and Cheraw High School Students Tour Sandhills Community College Horticultural Program
Agricultural education students from Chesterfield High School and Cheraw High School had a unique learning experience as they toured the Horticultural Program at Sandhills Community College in Pinehurst, North Carolina on April 10th.
Over 30 students, accompanied by their agricultural education instructors spent the day exploring the college’s expansive 32 acre gardens, greenhouses, and state-of-the-art horticultural facilities. The visit offered students an in-depth look at career pathways in horticulture, landscaping, greenhouse management, and plant science.
Agriculture teachers Rand Thomas and Jesse McGee agreed that the tour was a tremendous opportunity for students to see what’s possible beyond high school.
The Horticultural Program at Sandhills Community College is widely recognized for its focus on real-world training, preparing students for successful careers in the green industry. With specialized programs and certifications available, it continues to attract aspiring horticulturists from across the region.
The visit is part of a broader effort by both Chesterfield and Cheraw High Schools to expose students to post-secondary education options and to help build a strong foundation in agricultural sciences — a field critical to the economy and the environment.
Over 30 students, accompanied by their agricultural education instructors spent the day exploring the college’s expansive 32 acre gardens, greenhouses, and state-of-the-art horticultural facilities. The visit offered students an in-depth look at career pathways in horticulture, landscaping, greenhouse management, and plant science.
Agriculture teachers Rand Thomas and Jesse McGee agreed that the tour was a tremendous opportunity for students to see what’s possible beyond high school.
The Horticultural Program at Sandhills Community College is widely recognized for its focus on real-world training, preparing students for successful careers in the green industry. With specialized programs and certifications available, it continues to attract aspiring horticulturists from across the region.
The visit is part of a broader effort by both Chesterfield and Cheraw High Schools to expose students to post-secondary education options and to help build a strong foundation in agricultural sciences — a field critical to the economy and the environment.
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