By encouraging and supporting a garden in every
school,
we create opportunities for our children to
discover fresh food, make healthier food choices,
and become better nourished.
Gardens offer dynamic, beautiful settings in
which to integrate
every discipline, including science, math,
reading, environmental
studies, nutrition, and health. Such
interdisciplinary approaches
cultivate the talents and skills
of all students while enriching the
students’ capacities of
observation and thinking.
Young people can experience deeper understandings of
natural systems and become better stewards of the Earth
by designing, cultivating, and harvesting school gardens
with their own hands.
School garden projects nurture community spirit,
common purpose, and cultural appreciation by
building bridges among students, school staff,
families, local businesses, and organizations.
For more information, call the Nutrition Services Division at 800-952-5609.
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