Massachusetts schools are engaging students in agricultural and food education through school gardens, farm-to-school programs, and grants. Check out the recent news.
Way to go! Watertown High School and Ayer High School have added the trending vertical hydroponic garden to their district and will be offering new courses that focus on sustainable agriculture.
Research shows that nutrition and school gardens have a positive impact on students’ health and well-being, and Salem Public Schools dedicated efforts mark an important step towards bringing food literacy closer to the students. Check out how Salem Public Schools efforts will be used as part of the Massachusetts Farming Reinforces Education and Student Health grant funded by the Massachusetts Department of Secondary and Elementary Education (DESE).
Check out the insightful contribution by Leah Botko, SNS, Food Service Director, to this Edible Boston article highlighting the impact of the Local Food for Schools program at the Littleton Public Schools, where she emphasizes the meaningful partnerships with local farms and food hubs and exposing students to local, organic, fresh produce.
Congratulations! Nancy Siracusa, a food service worker at Foxborough High School, has announced her retirement after serving students in the district for 42 years! Her passion and commitment to school nutrition did not go unnoticed.