Help me give my students an indoor gardening system where students can grow fresh produce to benefit their school and local community, fostering teamwork, kindness, and environmental stewardship.
This service-learning project will be led by 24 students with mild intellectual disabilities, empowering them to make meaningful contributions to their school and local community. Together, students will use seeds and the Hydroponics Growing System to create a school-community garden designed to address local food needs and provide a welcoming space for connection, learning, and growth.
This gardening service-learning project is a multifaceted educational tool that will enrich my students' academic, personal, and social development.
Creating a Hydroponics Growing System community garden can address several important issues, such as food insecurity, community engagement, and environmental sustainability. This project embodies the essence of service learning, where education extends beyond the classroom and into the heart of the community.
The Project Goals are:
1. Provide fresh, healthy food for the school and local community.
2. Create hands-on learning experiences that teach essential life skills.
3. Promote a sense of responsibility, teamwork, and environmental awareness.
4. Build an inclusive environment where all students feel valued for their contributions.
Students can play a crucial role in addressing hunger by working in the school-community garden and advocating for policies that support food security.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
Sjzx Tower Garden Hydroponics Growing System,18-Plant Indoor Vertical Garden with LED Timing Grow Light,Nursery Germination Kit Including Water Level,2Pcs Smart Plug,BPA-Free(No Seedlings Included)
• Amazon Business
$234.99
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$234.99
Hydroponics Growing System kit with Trellis,Smart Hydroponic Gardening System with LED Grow Light, Indoor Hydroponic Herb Grow Kit for Short Tomato,Pepper,Cucumber (6200LC)
• Amazon Business
$74.90
1
$74.90
Sereniseed Certified Organic Vegetable Seed Collection (20-Pack) – 100% Non GMO, Open Pollinated Varieties
• Amazon Business
$19.99
2
$39.98
Gardeners Basics, Basil Seeds for Planting Home Garden Herbs - 5 Variety Herb Pack Thai, Lemon, Cinnamon, Sweet and Dark Opal Basil Seeds Herb Seeds for Indoors, Outdoors, Hydroponics & Aquaponic
• Amazon Business
$9.89
2
$19.78
500 Buttercrunch Lettuce Seeds for Planting - Heirloom Non-GMO Vegetable Seeds for Planting - Hydroponics - Microgreens - AKA Butterhead Lettuce, Boston Lettuce, Bibb Lettuce Lactuca Sativa
• Amazon Business
$4.89
2
$9.78
This is a Mix!!! 50+ Zucchini and Squash Mix Seeds 12 Varieties Non-GMO Delicious Grown in USA. Rare Super Profilic
• Amazon Business
$5.99
1
$5.99
Materials cost
$385.42
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.78
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$421.20
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$74.33
Total project goal
$495.53
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$495.53
1 Donor
-$247.76
Donations toward project cost
-$210.60
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$37.16
match offer
-$247.76
Match offer toward project cost
-$210.60
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Robinson and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
