Tower Garden Grant

In September 2018, 6th grade students in Mrs. Laier’s and Mr. Nechuta’s class built Aeroponic Tower Gardens which grow plants with no soil. This hands-on, non-technical learning experience was provided through a HFEE grant awarded in April.

The finished products shone brightly and within a few weeks, plants were beginning to grow. The kale, lettuce, and Swiss chard are often harvested for use in the healthy wraps that are offered for lunch by our Food Service Staff at the Middle School. Cherry tomatoes and several herbs are also being grown and enjoyed daily by students walking by on their way to their next class.