Gerald D. Cushing School Garden

Category
Vegetable and herb Garden

When was your garden project started?
Spring 2025

What type of facility hosts your garden?
School

What programs does your garden project include?
In-class garden and nutrition lessons.

Does your garden have a paid coordinator?
No

Who volunteers in your garden?
Families and staff

How is your garden project funded?
Greater Franklin Food Council and donations

What community connections do you have?
We are working on establishing these as we are relatively new!

Who tends the garden when school’s out?
Staff and families

What are your future goals?
To build a culture who recognizes the value of mindful nutrition and sustainable food choices!

What is your most significant need?
Increasing support and buy-in from entire school community!