Meet the 2026 MenTerns at Mezzacello Urban Farm
What We Learned From MenTerns in 2025*
The areas of growth we were able to ascertain from the MenTerns program were dominated by growth in Confidence and Capacity for Leadership.
*Data has not been aggregated for 2026 yet.
Areas of Stated Personal Growth for MenTerns
Design Challenges By The Numbers
Together, the MenTerns created eight design challenges that were entirely new and fell into three main categories
Relevant to problems found at Mezzacello Urban Farm
Factoring Sustainability
Ecologically relevant
Design Challenge Themes
Maxwell. Mini-Jim and More.
Maxwell is a great leader, public speaker, and mechanical engineering.
Harrison. The Animal Whisperer.
Harrison is a natural artist and animal handler. His instincts with baby animals are top-notch.
Theo. The MenTern Machine.
One of the finest MenTerns ever. A terrific public speaker, presenter, and leader.
Lula. An artist and a Scholar.
Lula is a vibrant artist and scientist who is clever and creative.
Juju. Helping Young People Find Their Voice.
Juju is a clever and competent leader and mentor.
Grady. The Surprised Scientist.
Grady is confident, competent, kind, and clever teacher, public speaker, and leader.
Will. The Leader With a Quiet Voice.
Will is thoughtful, kind, smart, and adventurous. That makes him a great leader.
Finn. Learning To Lead.
Finn is our MenTern in training. He is an excellent engineer and storyteller.
Oliver. The Livestock Intern.
Elaina. The Social Media Intern.
Other Mezzacello Programs
SUMMER CAMPS
In 2026 we are planning ten summer camps ranging from exploring ecologies, working with farm animals, soil heath, growing food and feed for humans and animals and using robotics, automation, 3D printing, mechanical systems, and renewable energy systems.
Camps are week-long, all-day events that begin in June and end in August.
Reframe Our Farm Summer Camp, June 8-13 All Day
Vet Tech For Kids Summer Camp, June 15-19, All Day
Life Under Pressure Camp, June 22-26, All Day
Simple Machines and Shelter Summer Camp, July 6-10, All Day