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San Diego Regional School Garden Resource Center
Formed in 1999, the San Diego Regional School Garden Resource Center (RC) assists K-12 educators interested in using the garden as a tool to teach nutrition, agriculture, nature, and other school subjects in science, math, writing, reading, art, music, and others. The RC acts as a resource clearinghouse for teachers and school districts interested in garden-based nutrition education. The RC provides practical training, ongoing support and related resources for educators interested in programs aimed at encouraging students to appreciate fresh food and learn about the whole food cycle.
The San Diego Regional School Garden Resource Center operates through a contract with the California Department of Education, Nutrition Services Division. The RC Advisory Committee has members from the RCD, UC Cooperative Extension, Master Gardener Association of San Diego County, Del Mar Fairgrounds, and San Diego County Office of Education/Outdoor Education. The Advisory Committee meets regularly to advise and assist in planning and implementation of program services.
Spring Plant Giveaway planned for Thursday, April 3
The Resource Center organizes an annual give-away of herbs and veggie seedlings from Altman Plants of Vista. Last year we had peppers, basil, flowers, and more. The giveaway will be held this year on Thursday, April 3. To reserve a flat, download the registration form below, and fax it to (760) 745-3210. First come, first served!
Plant Giveaway Reservation Form (PDF 146k)
Teacher Training Workshops – “Creating and Sustaining Your School Garden”
This hands-on organic gardening workshop is perfect for anyone who would like to learn more about school garden practicalities, ranging from garden design to irrigation and pest management, to curriculum connections. This is a comprehensive, intensive introduction which will help you start your school garden program next year on the right foot! All participants will receive an organic lunch, the new book Gardens for Learning published by the California School Garden Network, and a binder with resource materials. Schools are encouraged to send a team of 3-4 participants. This workshop is possible thanks to the generosity of the California School Garden Network (www.csgn.org). For more information and registration instructions, download the form below. Registration must be received by May 7, 2008.
CSYSG Workshop Registration form (PDF 40k)
Central/South County Workshop: Saturday May 17 at Birney Elementary School in San Diego.
North County Workshop: Saturday May 31 at Olivenhain Elementary School in Carlsbad.
Annual School Garden and Nutrition Conference
The Ninth Annual San Diego Regional School Garden and Nutrition Conference, “Gardening with Class”, will take place on Saturday, April 19, 2007 at the Del Mar Fairgrounds. The conference is geared toward teachers and administrators who have or would like to start a school garden program. This year’s workshops will cover a wide variety of topics, all with strong connections to educational teaching standards. Teachers may elect to tour the garden at Solana Vista School as one of their workshop options. Opportunities for networking and sharing best practices will be provided. For a registration fee of $40, attendees will receive a continental breakfast, lunch, a tote-bag, educational resources, and door prizes. This conference will leave you inspired, motivated, and most importantly PREPARED to create a flourishing garden program at your school.
Registration is limited to the first 125 participants. Please register early!
Download the 2008 “Gardening with Class” Registration Packet. (PDF 4MB)
Newsletter
"Gardening with Class", our biannual newsletter, is mailed to all schools in the county every fall and spring. The newsletter informs educators about the services and resources available through the Resource Center and affiliated organizations. Information in the newsletters also includes upcoming school garden and nutrition-related events, workshops, available curricula, informational articles and resource lists. If you would like to be added to our mailing list, please call (760) 745-2061 x100. Download our newsletters below:
Fall 2007 newsletter (PDF 289k)
Archived newsletters: