Newark Christian School

Newark Christian School (NCS) has been operating K-8 since 1984, in a poverty stricken area of Newark, New Jersey. For years our teachers have wished for a school garden, some years using a vacant lot on the street. Having our own school garden will enable practical lessons in science, history, and health, getting their hands dirty and tasting the fruit of their labors in a concrete ridden city where few families attempt to grow food or incorporate many vegetables into their diets. Our goals are:
1) to ignite a passion in kids to pay attention to what food goes in their body
2) to provide hands on learning experiences in many subjects
3) to provide opportunities for kids to bring their knowledge home to their families
4) to beautify the school grounds in the garden area
5) to get families involved by volunteering time in the garden