Where does your food come from, and how does the food supply chain work? Explore the answers to these questions and more as we dive into our STEM Challenge- Food for Thought! We will work through our STEM challenge, and also enjoy a Thanksgiving-themed snack. *Due to space in our classroom, there is a limit of 24 students for this activity*
What: Thanksgiving STEM Challenge
Who: Students who are currently in the 4th-5th grade for the 25-26 school year who live or attend school in Columbia County.
When: Tuesday, November 11, 2025 from 9am-noon. CCBOE schools are out this day.
Cost: $5 per student
What does it include? STEM Challenge materials and snack
How do I pay? Credit card payments can be made online, in full, via an emailed invoice.
Payments can also be made either by check via mail or in-person at the Extension Office. We accept checks, cash, card, and money orders. We do not take American Express or accept payments over the phone. Our address is 6420 Pollards Pond Rd. Appling, GA 30802. We are open M-F from 8:30-4:30, closed 12-1 for lunch. Our phone number is 706-541-4011.
Forms: All students are required to have a signed Code of Conduct (electronic), and a Medical Release Form on file. These will be emailed.
University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Veteran, Disability Institution. If you need a reasonable accommodation or language access service, please contact the Columbia County Extension Office at least three weeks prior to the program date.
