Glen Paul School Opens Accessible Garden Where Every Student Can Get Their Hands Dirty

Press release from the Humboldt County Office of Education:

The sun shone brightly at Glen Paul School as the ceremonial ribbon was cut for the new garden. A recipient of the Whole Kids Foundation School Garden Grant program, this new garden will allow students to learn the science of gardening and nutrition, and eat the fruits of their labor. 

Rachel Lyon, Literacy Coach, was thrilled that this project reached fruition and is accessible to all, saying:

“The garden features an ADA-compliant, adjustable raised bed that allows younger students using wheelchairs or standers to participate comfortably, as well as taller wheelchair-accessible beds designed for older students and others with mobility needs. Students also benefit from sensory bins, work benches at varying heights, and raised beds paired with flexible seating options — including kneelers, pop-up stools, and benches — to support a broad range of learning styles and abilities. Each classroom has its own designated garden space to explore, cultivate, and enjoy together.”

Glen Paul School would like to thank the multiple community members who contributed time, energy and materials: O&M Industries, Hooven & Co, Grandfield Construction, School Garden Coordinators Jesse Alm and Argie Muñoz, UC Master Gardeners of Humboldt and Del Norte Counties, Royal Gold soil, Tea-LAB (Luke Besmer), Melina Volz from HCOE’s Workability Program, CCS Medical Therapy Unit, Wally’s Westside Repair, Jada Brotman with Humboldt Builders’ Exchange, and District 1 County Supervisor Rex Bohn.

This is a link for the ribbon cutting.

For more information, please visit contact Rachel Lyon at [email protected] or Glen Paul School at 707-445-7068.