School or Community Site
TW Kelly Dirigo Middle School
Physical Address
45 Middle School
Drive
Dixfield, Maine 04224
Contact Name
David Buck
Email
dbuck@rsu56.org
Category
Orchard,
When was your garden project started?
2021
What type of facility hosts your garden?
Middle School
What programs does your garden project include?
None as of yet; orchard is not truly established yet.
Does your garden have a paid coordinator?
No
Who volunteers in your garden?
Students, teacher
How is your garden project funded?
Budget and grants.
What community connections do you have?
Pietree Orchard has provided scion wood.
Who tends the garden when school’s out?
Grounds and maintenance; teacher.
What are your future goals?
Providing healthy food for the school community.
What is your most significant need?
Time, maintenance, equipment, materials.
