Vision

Our EcoTeam students were strongly driven to help both the planet and other people this year. They were particularly concerned with the issue of hunger. The students decided they would like to learn more about gardening while also helping people in the community have access to fresh, healthy food.

Action

As a group, St. Rita’s EcoTeam researched raised garden beds and plants to figure out how to achieve their goals. We bought a raised garden bed, some packs of quick-growing seeds (spinach and radishes), soil, and gardening gloves. Students helped to build the beds, fill them with soil, and plant the seeds. We are currently monitoring, watering, and eagerly awaiting our crops! We have plans to donate food to a local community organization when our plants are fully grown!

Reflection & Celebration

Students have been very engaged and involved in this entire process. We intend to celebrate with a picnic and popsicles by our garden after we harvest!