Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

As a teacher of ESE students it can be difficult for these students to achieve the level of success that they desire. A poor self esteem can accompany a learning disability for many of the individuals. It is my goal through the garden project that these students not only learn science concepts that they need but also develop a leadership role at the school. Through positive interaction with fellow classmates these students will begin to see that they can succeed and this sense of accomplishment will transfer to other classes and life in general. I also hope to impart an appreciation for being able to produce food, a knowledge of growing plants and how these foods are used by the human body. By learning about soil testing, water quality testing, analysis of growing patterns quality and quantity of food produced, the representatives of the Garden Club will become knowledgeable about the importance of produce to the economy in the state of Florida.

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