Animal Sciences and Agricultural Education
Ivalinn Palmer
Student Teacher
Area of Emphasis: Animal Science
Fall 2024 Final Student Teaching Placement: Central High School
Ivy has deep roots in agriculture, inspired by a grandfather who taught for 20 years at Shandon High School. Heavily involved in 4-H and FFA, Ivy developed a lifelong passion for the field and a commitment to helping others achieve their goals. She earned a degree in Agricultural Education from CSU Fresno and gained teaching experience at Minarets High School and Central High School.
Ivy has taught a variety of subjects, including Ag Biology, Ag Chemistry, Ag Mechanics, Floral Design, and Farm Management. She has also coached a Floral CDE team and worked with various Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects, including swine, goats, greenhouse management, orchards, and mechanics. Ivy focuses on building positive relationships with students and the community, striving to create a supportive learning environment. With aspirations to work within the San Joaquin region in agriscience, she is dedicated to fostering student success. Outside of teaching, Ivy enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, going on road trips, and watching football.