San Marcos, CA
Culinary Arts Kitchen Garden
Grant Amount
$4,400
Year Awarded
2025-2026
Project Coordinator
Sadie Rose
Grant Type
Individual
Local Association
San Marcos Education Association
Focus Area
Environmental Justice
About the Project
The Culinary Arts Kitchen Garden project establishes a hands-on learning environment where students engage with sustainable food practices by cultivating a school garden. The initiative integrates environmental education into the curriculum by teaching students about local food systems, biodiversity, and ecological sustainability. Students will be involved in all aspects of the garden’s design, planting, maintenance, and harvest. The project emphasizes inclusion and food equity by connecting students to cultural food traditions and real-world sustainability practices. It also strengthens school-wide collaboration and community involvement through workshops, volunteer opportunities, and partnerships with local stakeholders.
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