Introducing Project Green’s Garden Blog

This is where we are going to share all of the magical things that happen in our school gardens. The old adage – “kids say the darndest things” will be tested here as we ask many of our garden regulars what their school garden means to them. As well, we will share new projects and all the goings on within the garden spaces.

Our goal at Project Green is to create gardens that are a safe space for kids to be themselves, literally dig in the dirt, avoid “playground politics” and truly flourish.

Hope you enjoy the stories…

What an honor it was to speak at last week’s El Dorado Hills Area Foundation (EDHAF) Impact Celebration & Mixer! The turnout was excellent, and we had an absolutely wonderful time learning more about some truly impactful nonprofits in our area. It was also such a fun opportunity to mingle with both Giving Circle and community members. A special shoutout to our brave and inspiring student speaker, Hudson, for standing up in front of so many to share his personal experiences from the school garden. A huge thank you to El Dorado Community Foundation and EDHAF for your endless support so we can continue to make an impact at our Rescue Union School District schools and beyond!
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Rescue Elementary School garden coordinator Courtney Repking received a huge surprise in her garden last week! She ordered 8 yards of soil for the garden beds totally $525. When Earth Traders finished dumping the soil – they handed her a receipt which stated DONATION.

Thank you so much to Earth Traders of Placerville!

Gina received a wonderful email from a parent of a 5th grader… These are the messages that keep us going and power us to do more for each garden site.

Dylan’s safe place is the garden. My safe place for him at school is the garden because I know how happy he is by contributing, learning and being loved on. I don’t know what I’d do without Mrs. Johnston and her garden, her non-profit she’s worked so hard growing! She’s poured her love in such a small place that has made a huge difference! She’s made my son feel safe while having fun!