Chester Goodridge Elementary School

We want a working science garden where all students at Goodridge Elementary School can discover the flora and fauna of the area in addition to the soil and climate needed to grow them. Students will also become acquainted with the plants indigenous to the area as well as how these plants can sustain life. Students will be hands on in the planting, care and utilization of the vegetation including the contribution of fresh vegetables to the Backpack Buddies Program at our school which provides weekend meals to our students who suffer from food instability. There will also be a weather station developed adjacent to the garden that will allow for a cohesive area of science study. Our Unified Arts Science teacher will also utilize the garden as a teaching area. Of note, we are seeking to use as much recycled material as we can in the development of the garden and adjacent areas and our community partner is actively working in identifying resources.