Anyone who's ever worked in a school garden knows that along with the soil, seeds, sun, rain, and worms- the real lifeblood of any successful school garden project are the relationships and trust built up over time.
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We cherish our partnerships with our students, teachers, families, and of course, the land. Each spring we request feedback from teachers and students as we work towards refining curriculum and the experience for everyone involved. Thank you for your valuable insight and ideas!
STUDENT QUOTES:
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“I learned that plants and bugs need respect like we do.”
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“I learned that trying food is not that scary.”
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“I learned where fresh water comes from in the world.”
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“One thing that I learned was that the garden is a great place to calm down and relax.”
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“I learned how to eat more plants because I am a very picky eater and now I am less picky than before.”
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“This year I learned that one flower that doesn’t look edible (borage) is edible and one flower that does look edible (calendula) almost isn’t because you can only eat the petals.”
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TEACHER QUOTES:
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“I love this program and have been so lucky to have my students be a part of it! They get hands on science experiences, they get to be outdoors, and learn about healthy foods. This is something they look forward to each month and they ask all the time when they can get to back to the garden! I really hope my students get to take part in this program again next year. It gives us the opportunity to learn outside, but it also extends into classroom learning.”
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“For a number of our apartment or rental unit housing students, this may be one of the few chances they have to experience a garden through all four seasons. It is a new way of looking at their neighborhood and maybe, just maybe, a new way of living."
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“My students always return from garden class with little pieces of vegetation in their hands and pockets, stories about the garden and its inhabitants, and a smile on their faces.”
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“My students adore getting their hands dirty in whatever form that may take!"
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“The lessons are so well thought out and incorporate literature, math, and environmental studies. Each lesson teaches me something new too.”
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"Gardening helps students meet their educational goals while bringing them closer to nature. Gardening helps build community. Gardening brings hope."
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