The Garden in Every School program was created in 2004 to educate children and their families, school staff and members of the community about wise water use through the establishment of thematic school gardens that feature drought tolerant plants and efficient irrigation methods. Garden curricula and associated activities are aligned with California Content Standards.
Benefits of School Gardens
- Builds teamwork
- Celebrates multi-cultural awareness
- Effective with various learning modalities
- Encourages wise water use
- Enhances academic instruction
- Illustrates the web of life
- Incorporates interdisciplinary learning
- Increases students' self esteem
- Underscores good nutritional habits
Eligibility
- Schools located in the cities of Chino, Chino Hills, Ontario, Upland, Montclair, Rancho Cucamonga, Fontana
- Attendance at mandatory learning workshop prior to submitting application
- Commitment by school administration, lead teacher and district maintenance department
- One school per city per academic year will be awarded a grant to create the garden
