Enrichment

Our program is part of SEI's Climate Corps' Education Outside. "Activating interest in science during elementary school is critical, as studies suggest that children who develop interest in science at an early age tend to stay engaged in science and/or contribute to scientific discovery and innovation in their adult lives. We will spark children's interest in science and connect them to the natural world through hands-on learning in school gardens."  

Amazing local artists designed and created beautiful mosaic art for our garden. Wrapped around the amphitheater seating are mosaic images of local flora and fauna, earth and water, sun and sky, leading up to the stars in the night sky. Students helped create the tiles of little bugs, flowers, and leaves--see if you can find the ones they made!

And our gorgeous mosaic lizard bench, affectionately nicknamed "Lizzie," is a calming spot for students to lounge and relax, amongst nature and away from the hustle and bustle of the schoolyard. 

During recess, many students choose to help out in the garden, watering, digging, weeding. It's amazing to see the pride young children have in working hard to see the fruits of their labor and making their community beautiful!