We discussed the need to develop a garden plan and the areas we need to focus on in order to make it happen. We walked the proposed site and discussed what we would like to see in the garden (organic, natives, heirloom seeds, etc). Our goal and the areas of focus are as follows:
Our goal is to have a working
Garden Plan which includes:
- detailed map of the garden site
- plant and materials list
- expense and donation report
- community relations plan
- teacher resource list and professional development opportunities
- sustainability plan
Professional Development
- Research garden lessons
- Garden activities
- Garden resources
- Professional development opportunities
- Educational tools needed (rulers, tape measures, magnifying glasses, etc.)
Community Relations
- Community Resources
- Flyers
- Press releases
- Photo journalism
- Special events in the garden
Finance & Fundraising
- Garden budget
- Material cost
- Fundraising ideas
- Grant writing possibilities
Sustainability / Maintenance
- Plant needs
- Planting schedule
- Maintenance schedule
- Resource allocation
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