About the Project

The Hydroponic System for Biology Class project at Woodside Learning Center in San Francisco’s Juvenile Hall aims to bring more hands-on, engaging science instruction to students in a detention facility. Using a Flex Farm hydroponic system, students will grow leafy greens and herbs indoors, tying their work directly to biology lessons. The system will allow students to grow and harvest crops year-round, even when they cannot access the outdoor garden, and send fresh produce home during family visits. The project promotes connection to the broader community and provides a therapeutic, team-based learning experience.