Academy of Arts and Sciences

The garden at The Academy of Arts and Sciences will be used as a classroom for CUESA’s model Schoolyard to Market program, which is now in its pilot semester at The Academy. This grant will allow us to continue the program there through 2015.

The students grow produce organically in the garden and sell it at our Ferry Plaza Farmers Market. They take field trips to working farms and participate in lessons about food, gardening, and sustainability.

The Schoolyard to Market program:
1. Inspires students to make healthier, more informed food choices.
2. Empowers students to grow their own food—a skill that can support healthy eating throughout their lives.
3. Teaches students valuable job skills, including teamwork, marketing, customer service, and communications.

The Schoolyard to Market program has a proven track record after 4 years in operation; more than half of the students surveyed have indicated that they enjoy fruits and vegetables more after participating in the program.