Dr. William Arnone Elementary School

The goal of the Arnone Elementary School Garden is to enhance student classroom learning through an after school enrichment program in the garden sponsored by 21st Century Schools. The after school program strives to utilize the garden beds as a means to bring mathematical and scientific theories to light using hands on experience. This grant will allow the garden to buy supplies to extend the growing season into the cooler months and supply a load of compost to dress the beds in the spring to ensure a fruitful summer harvest. Without outside funding the garden component of the after school program would not be possible due to limited resources of the Arnone School. The garden at the Arnone Elementary school provides children an opportunity to learn outside the classroom and explore their curiosities in a safe environment.