THE GARDEN AND CURRICULUM - Free Workshop for Educators
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ART TO ZOOLOGY:
HOW GARDENING FITS INTO THE CURRICULUM K-12
Join Us! Please forward this invitation to teachers & school staff friends.
Staples H.S., 70 North Ave., Westport, CT, 203-341-1200
Tuesday, MARCH 16, 2010, 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm
Presenters:
Amy Kalafa - Award-winning Filmmaker (Two Angry Moms), Organic Farmer,
Health Coach
Michael Aitkenhead - Science Teacher, Staples HS. Westport Town Farmer and
Teacher of the Year
Janet Luongo - Speaker and coach on wellness, inter-disciplinary consultant,
CT Museum Educator of the Year
This workshop is sponsored by Green Village Initiative.
Delicious healthy snacks will be provided.
Who Should Attend:
Teachers of all levels, administrators, and food service workers in Fairfield County
Space is limited, so please register early. A limited number of spaces will also be
reserved for parents and community members.
Description:
Participants will view short video clips & slides that review the importance of fresh
school food for student health, learning, behavior, and long life.
They will join discussions on how to easily incorporate the subject of nutritious food,
using simple hands-on gardening techniques and classroom projects, into their
curriculum, no matter what the field.
Join us to find out how the subject of fresh food and food systems meets CT standards,
fits with current curriculum and is easily integrated into all subject areas and grade
levels.
Tour the Staples H.S. edible garden (optional). A garden at your school or gardening experience is not required.
Educators will walk away with models and lesson plans, resources, connections and
- ideally - the inspiration to make a difference at their schools.
Don't be left out. We already had to locate a bigger space to accomodate demand.
Please spread the word about this free workshop - forward this email...
Janet Luongo, M.S.Ed, certified holistic health counselor
