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Desert blooms: How urban farming transforms Las Vegas schools

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Green Our Planet empowers students and communities by turning schoolyards into thriving gardens that teach science, nutrition and sustainability — despite the challenges of farming in the desert.

By Jill Dutton
The Packer
May 05, 2025

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Every movement starts with a spark. For Green Our Planet, that spark ignited from a desire to connect students to the natural world while addressing critical issues like nutrition, STEM education (science, technology, engineering and math) and water conservation in a city known more for its bright lights than its greenery.

The program is achieving its goal, now in 44 states and five countries, with impressive results; in surveys, 93% of students show an increase in STEM content knowledge; 83% of students show an increase in behavior, STEM engagement and healthy eating habits.


What began as a few raised beds in Las Vegas has grown to over 200 school gardens across the city. These gardens aren’t simply beautifying the schoolyards; they’re also improving student engagement, boosting science test scores and fostering healthier eating habits.

Read the complete article here.
 
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