School or Community Site
Yarmouth school department
Physical Address
McCartney Street
Yarmouth, Maine 04096
Contact Name
Melissa McNaboe
Category
Vegetable and herb Garden, Flowers and ornamentals, Orchard, Greenhouse or hoop house, Aqua/Hydro-ponics, Composting, Grow lab(s) or tower inside
When was your garden project started?
We have a new school garden that was started this spring!
What type of facility hosts your garden?
We are located near out sports fields/ tennis courts on McCartney street in a beautiful space that is fenced
What programs does your garden project include?
We are implementing involvement from teachers and students for lessons working with various curriculums as well as community service work, school clubs, and ELO programs
Does your garden have a paid coordinator?
Yes
Who volunteers in your garden?
Parents, staff, students
How is your garden project funded?
We have a small school budget and actively seek support from our community!
What community connections do you have?
We have a wonderful business’s whom have supported and many family and staff/students
Who tends the garden when school’s out?
Me and volunteers:-)
What are your future goals?
To develop a garden/ space that will be purposeful through the school year to show the amazing and valuable lessons in gardening and all related!
What is your most significant need?
Foundation build up of soil for future growth, equipment, and a greenhouse!!! Someday:-)
I am the new garden coordinator and it was unclear whether or not we were registered! I look forward to hearing more! Best, Melissa
