Edible School Garden

The Johns Hopkins Center for American Indian Health (JHCAIH) is implementing a science-based Edible School Garden curriculum with for 3rd-5th grade classes that addresses a rising trend of obesity and diabetes on the reservation. The program in Tuba City is designed to educate students about garden based nutrition and to connect students with both traditional and fresh fruits and vegetables. Schools benefiting from the program are the Tuba City Primary School and the Eagles Nest Intermediate School.  The JHCAIH in Tuba City is currently partnering with FoodCorps, and acts as service site for one service member.