About the Project

The Farm2School project will build partnerships with local farmers and a state university to deliver hands-on lessons and real-world experiences connected to agriculture and environmental science pathways.
Community partners will contribute soil testing kits, seedlings, tools, soil, and mulch. Farmers will also provide organic vegetable boxes for distribution at parent meetings and offer cooking demonstrations. College students will guide high school students in analyzing soil samples and using mycorrhizal fungi to enhance plant health. These interactive lessons will be integrated into the Social Justice in Food elective at Chula Vista High School, promoting outdoor learning, physical activity, and meaningful social interaction.
This approach addresses concerns such as excessive screen time and social isolation, while fostering deeper engagement and improving mental and physical well-being through collaborative, nature-based education.