Symposium Theme: The Future of Youth Gardening
Hundreds of educators from across the country will unite to explore how gardens serve as vital educational tools for conveying scientific concepts and preserving landscapes and culture. Leveraging a proven train-the-trainer model, the Symposium will feature interactive learning sessions covering a range of topics suitable for pre-K through 12th grade learning. Personalized visits to the area’s impressive and relevant gardens will offer opportunities to apply new concepts and connect with fellow youth garden educators from communities across the country.
Schedule at a Glance
Monday, July 13: Pre-Symposium Trip
Tuesday, July 14: Opening Keynote, Awards Presentation, and Sessions
Wednesday, July 15: Field Trip
Thursday, July 16: Closing Keynote and Sessions
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Sponsors
G. Carl Ball Family Foundation
Julia Rappaport Growing Gardeners Endowment
Dr. Scholl Foundation