Roseland Elementary Montessori

Using nature as a teacher - The students will learn to appreciate the wonder and power of nature which is the core of an environmental education. The school garden will give students and understanding of their own place in the cycle of nature.

Using the garden to learn responsibility and teamwork - The fundamental rule of farming is that it takes responsibility and teamwork. Students working together on the garden can build self esteem and watching their garden grow is a sign of their success.

Hands on learning - The students will learn lessons in many different areas of the curriculum by using the garden as a learning tool. The students will learn higher-order thinking skills and become advocates of healthier eating habits and more environmentally safe growing methods.

This grant will help make these goals possible. What the students are learning now will empower them for the rest of their lives. As adults, they will have the know-how to make healthy choices.

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