Spring 2012 Garden Classroom Workshops
January 21st, 2012
Upcoming Workshops at the Life Lab Garden Classroom
Saturday, March 10, 2012 – 9AM-3PM
New Offering Supporting English Learners in Science – See More Details – Cost: $150/person. 1 semester unit of graduate education credit available for an additional $60. Registration deadline, February 24, 2012.
Thursday – Friday, March 22-23, 2012 – 9AM-3:30PM
The Growing Classroom: Intro to Garden-Based Learning – See More Details – Cost: $300/person. 1 … [Read More →]
Things Haven’t Changed Much
January 18th, 2012
In 1996 Life Lab was a 17 year old organization. Now at the ripe old age of 33 it is fun to look back at what we were sharing during our wild teen years.
Really not much has changed. Well, except the hairdos, computers and a few other things, but all in all school gardens were based on the same concepts as today. Sun, soil, water and air mixed with … [Read More →]
2011 Program Highlights
January 3rd, 2012
It has been another successful season of growth, learning and wonder for Life Lab and the thousands of kids, youth, families, teachers and schools we serve. Hear what our program participants had to say about our work in in our 2011 Highlights flier.
2011 by the numbers:
- 3,100 children participated in field trips and camps at our Garden Classroom
- 893 teens grew stronger, healthier and more inspired though "Food,
Rolling into the New Year
January 2nd, 2012 |
| Life Lab Holiday Roller Party |
We are looking forward to a new year of bringing learning to life in a garden.
As we get ready to roll we invite you to take a look at our staff holiday party pics. The Santa Cruz Roller Palladium hosted our mini-gala. Not quite like most staff holiday parties, but we sure had fun!… [Read More →]
“Food, What?!” Selected for Good Times Community Fund
November 29th, 2011Our "Food, What?!" Youth Program was selected as one of four programs in the Good Times Community Fund.
We have the goal to raise $12,500 through the Good Times Community Fund. Right now, every dollar donated will be matched. Please Consider a Year-End Donation to Keep FoodWhat Going and Growing in 2012! Every bit counts–from $10 to $10,000–each contribution will keep us strong and supports local youth! 
View the … [Read More →]
Life Lab’s Online Auction
November 7th, 2011
Going Once, Going Twice….
Sold to Support Life Lab Programs!
Sold to Support Life Lab Programs!
Life Lab's Online Auction Closed on November 20th. Thanks to those who supported us.
www.lifelab.org/auction
- 60+ unique experiences and products to browse!
- Get a jump on your holiday shopping!!
- Have fun shopping online for a good cause!!!
Your auction purchases will help Life Lab change the lives of kids and teens through farm- and garden-based education and empowerment programs.
Auction … [Read More →]
My 3,436 Mile Journey to Life Lab – Reflections from Intern Callia Wolfe
November 3rd, 2011
It is not often that we have graduate level interns, who have classroom experience, and are proficient with a video camera and editing. We lucked out! Callia Wolfe shares a bit about her path to finding us and her experience at the Garden Classroom. Callia writes….
I have heard it called many things: destiny, kismet, serendipity. All terms referring to the moment when your path opens, you can feel a … [Read More →]
“Help! I’m the New Garden Parent” – Online Lessons and Resources for Garden Educators
November 1st, 2011Recently, my friend who has become the "garden parent" for her son's school lamented to me, "I know how to garden, but what am I going to do with 10 kindergarteners in the garden?" There is a world of difference between gardening in your yard and gardening with a class of kids. Although not essential, gardening skills help, but having lesson plans and ideas about outdoor classroom management can create … [Read More →]
Meet Our Chickens
October 5th, 2011The hardest working staff at the Garden Classroom are our hens. Us humans go home at the end of the day and these girls, and one boy, watch over the garden 24/7, 365 days a year. During the day you can check in on them at their water dish web cam. You might be lucky enough to see just how cute a drinking chicken can be.
Here is the … [Read More →]
Worm Composting Resources and Video
September 7th, 2011
We like our red worms that compost for us at the Garden Classroom. Here are some resources for you to learn and teach about red worms.
The Worm Guide: Vermicomposting Guide for Teachers From California Waste Management Board
Even More from CalRecycle
Our Worms Signs are a nice addition to your compost area
Learn to compost with worms. Our How to Compost with … [Read More →]
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