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Keywords:

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Veterinary Science Education
STEM Outreach

Background:

Developing scalable and sustainable science curricula for elementary students presents challenges.
Traditional methods often rely on costly resources, limiting accessibility.

Purpose of the Study:

To design and evaluate a minimal-cost, scalable career development curriculum for elementary students.
To expose young learners to scientific knowledge and careers in veterinary medicine.

Main Methods:

A collaborative team developed low-cost, culturally responsive lessons.
The curriculum was piloted and evaluated by a home team and teams in eight other states.
Success was measured by child engagement and program adaptability.

Main Results:

Seven of the eight external pilot teams successfully implemented the curriculum.
Evidence of significant child engagement was documented.
The low-cost model proved effective for scaling and sustainability.

Conclusions:

A minimal-cost approach is a viable strategy for creating engaging and scalable veterinary science curricula.
Accessible resources can facilitate the widespread adoption of STEM education programs.
This model supports the long-term sustainability of science outreach initiatives.