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Thanksgiving: Our Daily Practice at The Drop Collaborative
At The Drop Collaborative, we believe Thanksgiving isn’t a date on the calendar — it’s a way of life. Our mission of educating, providing, growing, giving back, and mentoring was built on trust — trust from our supporters, sponsors, teachers, students, and community.
Isn’t that what Thanksgiving truly is? A shared state of grace.

Executive Director
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Honoring a Life Rooted in Joy and Giving
Honoring Margaret Meyer, a Life Rooted in Joy and Giving with “Margaret’s Garden” at The Drop Collaborative

Executive Director
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Welcome, Little One!
Meet Rose, the newest heifer born at The Drop Collaborative during our 10th Anniversary year. Her arrival is part of the hands-on animal care that fuels our award-winning CTE program. As a Tennessee Department of Education Best Practice CTE Model, we believe real-world experience is more important than ever in preparing students for success beyond the classroom.

Executive Director
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Nourishing Hands. Growing Futures.
SunnyJoy and The Drop Collaborative team up to launch Farm Hand Balm — a nourishing tallow and botanical blend for dry, hardworking hands. 100% of proceeds support youth farming education during Drop Collaborative’s 10th Anniversary season.

Executive Director
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10 Years of Growing What We Have
Celebrating 10 years of the Drop Collaborative, this reflection from our Co-Founder shares how a simple idea — growing with what we have — became a thriving youth-led farming initiative. Rooted in resilience, gratitude, and community support, the Drop Collaborative continues to empower the next generation through hands-on agriculture and leadership.

Executive Director
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Winter Challenges & Progress at the Drop Collaborative! ❄️
Our students pushed through the cold, and now that the warmer temps are back, they’re making great progress on the chicken coop.

Executive Director
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MEET THE FALL 2024 STUDENTS
We are thrilled to introduce the incredible students selected for the Fall 2024 DC/Unaka High SAE Agriculture Program!

Executive Director
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The Power of Purpose
In the wake of Hurricane Helene's impact on Northeast Tennessee, our community’s response has been nothing short of remarkable.

Executive Director
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Building Together
This week brings exciting developments from the Drop Collaborative and Unaka High School SAE Program at Stoney Creek, Elizabethton!

Executive Director
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Exciting News!
The Drop Collaborative/Unaka High SAE program re-launches Aug 8 at Stoney Creek. Stay tuned for updates! #SAEProgram #AgEducation

Executive Director
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The Remarkably Inspiring Story of Mary Sue
Lessons in Love, Self Care and Community from an Unlikely Friend

Executive Director
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Coloring Book Contest
#StoneyCreek #DropCollaborative #HighSchoolStudents #CarterCounty #WashingtonCounty #JohnsonCity #ElizabethtonCity #Tennessee...

Executive Director
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Planting Seeds of Change
A Drop Collaborative (DC) Initiative Developed by Dr. Melissa Loveless with Recovery Soldiers Ministries. With our new Summer Program,...
Pattie Meyer, Executive Director, DC
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