If it's Thursday, It Might Be Third Graders! PS 217 Classes Return for Fall Visits with iDig2Learn

Thanks to our member, Christina Delfico, we continue have many opportunities to host groups from PS 217 and teach the younger generation about gardening.  Last Thursday, third graders came out to the garden.  Rain was avoided and the temperature cooperated at 72 degrees. Students learned about Monarch Butterflies under the cotton wood tree, planted milkweed seeds in the Monarch Corridor project beds outside the garden and had the thrill of composting expertise led by Anthony Longo.  The third graders spotted worms, rolly pollies (wood lice) and even a praying mantis.

Most of the children could not believe they had to leave so quickly and one student said,  "I wish I could just stay here!" Don't we all feel that way sometimes?  Christina was sure to remind them of our public hours on weekends during the May-September open season. 

And next Thursday, 11/5, promises 70 degrees again and another visit. - unbelievably lucky.   Students will harvest the amaranth in the outside butterfly beds and learn more about the amazing Monarchs! What a student friendly environment our beautiful garden is. What a great relationship we all started with the school years ago - and strive to maintain - so proud!

These are photos of Anthony Longo in action teaching about composting!   In Earth We Trust as our logo says!

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