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Hillside Roots & Shoots

  • Active 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Projects Joined

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  • Hillside Deforestation Prevention

    The problem we want to fix is deforestation.
    1 member

  • Taking the Plastic Challenge

    The goal of this project is to investigate the pressing issue of plastic pollution, particularly the use of single use…
    1 member

  • Backyard Workdays

    Suburban sprawl is a serious environmental problem affecting not only our community, but communities throughout New Jersey. Our goal is…
    1 member

  • Continuing our Chelsea Partnership with Seniors

    The goal of this project is to continue to bring happiness to the seniors at the Chelsea Assisted Living Residence.…
    1 member

  • Bridging Generations

    The goal of Bridging Generations is to bring happiness to the seniors at the Chelsea Assisted Living Residence. By interacting…
    35 hours logged

  • People for Paws (P.F.P)

    Our goal is to help ensure that pets in shelters are adopted by families who will provide them a long…
    20 hours logged

  • Hillside’s Reforestation Project

    Suburban sprawl is one of the most serious environmental problems affecting our communities. Our wish is to reforest Hillside's backyard…
    25 hours logged

  • Martin Luther King Day of Service

    Our wish for this project was to provide community service to local organizations such as the Family Aid Center and…
    4 hours logged

  • Hillside Meadows and Trails

    To maintain Hillside's meadows and trails which are always available for student and teacher use. Also, to involve community members…
    4 hours logged
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