Creative Children’s Academy Garden

Category
Vegetable and herb Garden, Flowers and ornamentals, Composting

When was your garden project started?
2026

What type of facility hosts your garden?
Pre-K & K Public Charter School

What programs does your garden project include?
Classroom

Does your garden have a paid coordinator?
Yes

Who volunteers in your garden?
Parents, Students and Facilitators

How is your garden project funded?
Donation and curriculum funding

What community connections do you have?
Local Farmers,Students and families

Who tends the garden when school’s out?
Facilitators and Volunteers (parents, students)

What are your future goals?
The long-term goal of our school garden is to establish it as a sustainable, outdoor learning environment that supports academic achievement, student wellness, environmental stewardship, and community engagement. We envision the garden becoming an extension of the classroom where learners participate in hands-on, interdisciplinary learning experiences aligned with Maine Learning Results in science, mathematics, literacy, and social studies. As the garden grows, we plan to expand opportunities for learners to develop skills in agriculture, nutrition, sustainability, and teamwork while fostering responsibility and leadership. Produce harvested from the garden will be incorporated into nutrition education, school meals when feasible, classroom activities, and community service projects, helping learners understand where food comes from and the importance of healthy eating. Future goals also include strengthening partnerships with local farms, businesses, volunteers, and community organizations to provide mento

What is your most significant need?
Funding is needed to create a safe, accessible, and sustainable garden that can serve learners for years to come, becoming an integral part of our educational program and strengthening partnerships with families and the local community.