Randle Highlands Elementary School

Program Type: 
Garden Classrooms
Grade Level/Age Group: 
Kindergarten, Lower Elementary
Number of Individuals Program Serves: 
500
Year Founded: 
2014
About the Program: 

Construction of 10 raised beds with organic soil, vegetables, and herbs, including an ADA bed and accessible pathway, utilization and construction of 10 cold frames for year-long growing potential, installation of solar powered irrigation system with rain barrels, training of 25 teachers and school staff on how to use environmental curriculum and garden for learning and shared purposes, engagement of 384 students on weekly basis ( minimum of 43 lessons per school year) for year-long environmental education curricula (soft skills) and best gardening practices (hard skills), creation of small, multipurpose teaching and performing stage and related seating for one class, development of student-created artwork for labeling produce and garden, engagement of 50 community members through workshops and trainings on proper garden design, construction, and maintenance, creation of a shed, greenhouse, picnic tables and permeable pathways with edging, creation of native butterfly garden and related habitat, and the production of fresh, organic produce (estimated at 100-200 pounds for first year) that will be utilized in the school