2027 Embryology Program

Bring science to life in your classroom with the Cabarrus County 4-H Spring Embryology Program! This hands-on educational experience allows students to observe the development of a chicken embryo and experience the excitement of hatching chicks.

We provide embryology kits and supplies to help educators complete this engaging, hands-on learning project with their students.

Registration Information

Registration is open for the 2027 Spring Embryology Program! We will offer three sessions:

Sessions 1 & 2: Intended for public schools, charter schools, and private schools.
Session 3: Intended for homeschool families, summer school educators, and community partners.

Each participating teacher must complete their own individual registration form. This ensures we have accurate contact information for every participating educator.

Registration is available through Eventbrite. If a session reaches capacity, a waitlist will be available.

Required Virtual Training — New This Year!

All participants are required to attend the virtual training assigned to their registered session.

Attendance will be taken, and participation in the designated training is mandatory to pick up your embryology kit. Participants who do not attend their assigned training will not be eligible to participate in the program.

Please plan accordingly to ensure you can attend your session's training.

Spring Session Dates & Registration

Session 1

For participating classroom educators

Virtual Training: March 15, 2027, at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom
Kit Pick-Up: March 16, 2027, from 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Chick Return: April 9, 2027, before 4:30 p.m.

Session 2

For participating classroom educators

Virtual Training: April 12, 2027, at 4:30 p.m. via Zoom
Kit Pick-Up: April 13, 2027, from 4:00–6:00 p.m.
Chick Return: May 7, 2027, before 4:30 p.m.

Session 3 — Summer Embryology Program

For homeschool families, summer school educators, and community partners

Information about Session 3, including dates and registration details, will be shared closer to the summer session.

Kit Pick-Up & Chick Returns

All embryology kits must be picked up at the Cabarrus County Cooperative Extension office on the designated pick-up date for your registered session. There is only one designated kit pick-up date per session.

Pick-Up Location

Cabarrus County Cooperative Extension
715 Cabarrus Avenue West
Concord, NC

Chick returns will follow the same drop-off process used in previous years. Please return chicks by the designated deadline for your session.

Choose Your Kit Option

Two registration options are available to meet your needs:

Kit Only

Receive the supplies needed to complete the embryology project, including an incubator, necessary equipment, educational resources, and eggs.

Eggs Only

Receive fertilized eggs only. Participants selecting this option are responsible for providing their own incubator, equipment, and all other supplies needed to complete the project.

Please select the option that best fits the supplies available to you.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can participate?

Sessions 1 and 2 are intended for public school, charter school, and private school educators. Session 3 is designed for homeschool families, summer school educators, and community partners.

Does each teacher need to register separately?

Yes. Every participating teacher must complete an individual registration form.

Is virtual training required?

Yes. All participants must attend the virtual training assigned to their session to be eligible to pick up their kit.

What happens if a session is full?

A waitlist will be available if registration reaches capacity.

Where do I pick up my kit?

Kits must be picked up at the Cabarrus County Cooperative Extension office at 715 Cabarrus Avenue West in Concord, NC, during the designated pick-up window for your session.

Who should I contact with questions?

Sarah Newman is the sole point of contact for the Spring Embryology Program. Please direct all questions regarding registration, training, kit pick-up, and chick returns to her.

Program Contact

Sarah Newman
Cabarrus County Cooperative Extension

Email: sarah_newman@ncsu.edu
Phone: 704-920-3317

We look forward to another exciting year of embryology with our Cabarrus educators! Thank you for helping provide students with meaningful, hands-on learning experiences.