Lessons, articles, and principles to further ecological teaching and learning

student holds strawberry

Connecting the Cafeteria, Classroom, and Garden

Watch as students meet a local farmer, try organic berries, and show off the bounty of their school garden.

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Bay Area Bountiful: The Center for Ecoliteracy

Hear from the Center for Ecoliteracy and Santa Clara Unified School District on the value of connecting the school farm to the classroom and cafeteria.

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How to Plan a Student-Centered Farmer Visit to Your School

A guide for schools to plan and host student-centered visits from local farmers.

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Farm to School

Our bilingual short film showcases the Pajaro Valley Unified School District and the power of youth leadership in the farm to school movement.

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Jennifer Lew Vang with students at lunch table

Julien Elementary Students Enjoy California-Grown Produce in the Central Valley

Jennifer Lew-Vang, Registered Dietician and Director of Child Nutrition for Turlock Unified School District, is on a mission to introduce students to new local foods.

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Gather Viewing Guide

Discuss and explore Native American food sovereignty in the classroom through the award-winning documentary film.

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