The Problem
Students will be able to identify a sustainable need in their community and design a plan to meet this need.
Our Plan
Using Roots & Shoots mapping framework, students identified that the school needed more green space. They used the mini-grant from Roots & Shoots and seeds from the Living Seed Company to build a container garden of tomatoes, peppers, scallions, broccoli, collard greens, and herbs. The garden was made from 20 ten-gallon buckets that were drilled into for aeration. The students and their teacher, Ms. Crupi also worked with Roots & Shoots' associated organization, NY Sun Works, to apply for a hydroponic system grant. In August, the Leaders for Sustainability club received $12,500 for the new hydroponic system.
Themes Addressed
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Community Enhancement
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