“…Previous literature regarding students enrolled in urban agricultural education programs has focused primarily on career choice (Esters, 2004a); factors influencing secondary enrollment (Esters & Bowen, 2004b); beliefs of agriculture (Thompson & Russell, 1993); agricultural education program development ; perceptions of agricultural education stakeholders ; attitudes toward agriculture (Talbert, 1996(Talbert, , 1997; perceptions of career opportunities (White, Stewart, & Linhardt, 1990); and successful program components (Soloninka, 2003). Although knowledge of these areas provides valuable insight into the sustainability and effectiveness of urban agricultural education programs, additional research is needed to address issues related to student enrollment.…”