Avian Academy
Avian Academy is an annual two-day program hosted during the summer by the Department of Poultry Science for middle and high school STEM teachers, Vo-Ag teachers, and Extension Agents. Its purpose is to "educate the educators" about the importance, impact, and immense job demand our state’s number one industry has by providing hands-on labs and curriculum for participants to take straight back to their classrooms. All of these learning modules are created and taught by world-renowned UGA Poultry Science faculty!
When is it?
June 22-23, 2026
What are the modules?
- Review of Modern Georgia Poultry Industry & Careers
- Breed Identification, Selection, & Antiquities
- External/Internal Avian Anatomy
- Nutrition
- Alternative Poultry Production Systems (such as backyard flocks, etc.)
- Poultry Health
- Embryology & Incubation
- Curriculum Resource Opportunities
- Processing & Further Processing
- Food Safety & Microbiology
What does it include?
Avian Academy requires a $25 registration fee that covers lunch and materials. Lodging, travel expenses, and meals outside of the program are the responsibility of the participant.
It is required to have completed Avian Academy prior to registering for Avian Academy 2.0. Participants may not sign up for both Avian Academy and Avian Academy 2.0 in the same year.
Registration is currently open for Avian Academy 2026. To register or for more information
