While DC AG SAE students and their teacher, Cody Ayers, expand the raised bed garden dedicated to Margaret Meyer, they are also learning how to prepare land, livestock, and structures for severe winter weather. These hands-on lessons build responsibility, resilience, and real-world life skills that extend far beyond the farm and into everyday life and community preparedness.

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.

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

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.