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| Jeffie Hardin of Rivendell Farms (right) shows Whitewater Academy teachers her gardens |
to pilot first learning lab for K-20 Learning Initiative
March 7, 2012 – The public can learn how gardens help our children learn,
when Whitewater Academy and Whitewater Middle School host a school-garden open house
on April 17 as part of the N.C. Science Festival.
The schools, Catawba River District and Rivendell Farms are
creating vegetable gardens as a first step in an ambitious long-term program to
help our students develop strong skills in Science, Technology, Engineering and
Math (STEM).
The free event will take place 4:30-7:30 p.m. at the two
schools, 11600 White Rapids Rd., Charlotte. Visitors can see the
new gardens, learn how the gardens will benefit these students and get an
overview of the long-term plans for similar learning labs across the River
District.
The school gardens and a future adjoining community farm are among the many hands-on learning labs being created by the Catawba River District’s K-20 Learning Initiative. Ultimately, more than a dozen of these labs – open to the general public – will give students of all ages and skill levels the chance to learn skills that will be critical to future employment success.
About Rivendell farms
Rivendell Farms was established in 2000 by the
Hardin Family as a sustainable agriculture farm located near the
headwaters of Gar Creek in North Mecklenburg County. Over the
years, Rivendell Farms has become a place for the Hardins’ friends
and neighbors to learn the benefits of growing better food and a
slower/more sustainable way of life. Rivendell Farms of Huntersville, LLC
is a business outreach of the Hardin Family Farm.
Learn more at RivendellFarmsNC.com
About the NC Science Festival
The North Carolina Science Festival is a multi-day
celebration showcasing science and technology. The Festival highlights the
educational, cultural and financial impact of science in our state. Through
hands-on activities, science talks, lab tours, nature experiences, exhibits and
performances, the Festival engages a wide range of public audiences while
inspiring future generations.
Learn more at NCScienceFestival.orgAbout the Catawba River District
The vision of the River District has been enriched by key
community and education partners that have responded to the unique setting and
opportunities that the Catawba River District provides for a holistic approach
to sustainability, community, and economic development, and education.
Learn more at CatawbaRiverDistrict.org
For more information
Contact Rich Haag, Communications Director
The Catawba River District
980-875-7528
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