Webinar Archive Administrators Supporting School Gardens – Member Highlight: Jackie Medina – 7/9/26 In this Member Highlight, we get to talk to Jackie Medina, School Principal at Starlight Elementary in Santa Cruz, CA. Watch on to learn more on how Jackie entered the path of education and how it eventually
Webinar Archive Managing, Leading, and Coaching: Tools for Empowering School Garden Educators – 5/27/26 Whether you’re supervising one garden educator or leading a full team, your role goes far beyond managing logistics. In this interactive session, we’ll explore what it means to manage, coach, and lead in ways that empower
Webinar Archive Principals Advancing School Gardens – 4/30/26 Join us to hear how school principals are championing and sustaining garden programs within their schools. This webinar explores the unique role of school leaders in fostering garden-based learning and building supportive structures. Participants will gain insights and inspiration from real examples
Webinar Archive National School Garden Map Info Session – 4/8/26 Join the SGSO Network for an interactive informational webinar on our newly launched National School Garden Map! The SGSO Network engaged national and regional partners to synthesize school garden data and create an interactive map for public use on EcoRise’s
Webinar Archive Plant Selection and seed saving – 3/25/26 Discover how you can create a plant breeding program that puts students at the forefront of selection and stewarding your seeds’ stories. This webinar will cover some basic principles of plant breeding, best practices on collecting and storing seeds, and ways
Webinar Archive Wellness Partnerships in School Gardens: Kim Aman and Mary Jo Greene from the North Texas School Garden Network – 03/05/26 In this member Highlight, we get to know Kim Aman and Mary Jo Greene from the North Texas School Garden Network. Check out how they have cultivated partnerships
Webinar Archive Communicating success – 11/19/25 Learn how to effectively share your school garden’s story and highlight its impact! This webinar’s presenters will showcase their storytelling strategies, including a website-based success dashboard and social media planning co-creating with students, among other highlighted best practices. Participants will walk away with practical
Webinar Archive Pipelining Garden to Cafeteria – 11/19/25 Discover how to create effective pipelines that bring fresh, garden-grown produce from school gardens into your cafeterias. This webinar covers key considerations, safe handling procedures, and compliance steps to ensure your harvest meets food safety standards. Participants will also gain access to
Webinar Archive School Based Garden to Cafeteria Programming – 10/29/25 Explore how to build a vibrant garden-to-cafeteria culture that connects students, staff, and the wider school community through fresh, school-grown produce. This webinar will highlight strategies for engaging students in growing food, collaborating with cafeteria staff, and involving
Webinar Archive YOUTH AS FOOD JUSTICE LEADERS – 9/24/25 Learn about Growing Hope’s Teen Leadership Program in Ypsilanti, Michigan! Each year, Growing Hope employs teens to train as leaders within the local food movement. These skills are gained through our year-round summer and after school programs. Our Teen
Webinar Archive PIVOTING OPERATIONS AND PROGRAMMING VIRTUAL GATHERING – 8/27/25 Amid the evolving state and federal guidelines and funding, the school garden movement continues to deliver meaningful garden-based education to students nationwide. To stay effective, many school garden support organizations have adapted by shifting teams, adjusting priorities, and forming new
Webinar Archive Fundraising and Creative Partnerships Virtual Gathering – 6/11/25 We recognize that the current funding environment is rapidly changing, with reduced funding for school garden programming. Many school garden programs are finding creative ways to pivot or build mutually sustaining partnerships with similar organizations. Join the SGSO Network
Webinar Archive Indigenous Connections, From Classroom to Cafeteria – 5/28/25 Build a program that honors indigenous stewardship throughout the garden, classroom, and cafeteria. In this webinar, learn from Hardin School District, MT, and how they’ve incorporated community feedback to create curriculum highlighting local tribes and events reflecting ancestral community
Webinar Archive Vocational Horticulture and Transition with Exceptional Students: Drew Horticulture – 3/19/25 This webinar details the innovative techniques designed to accommodate students with disabilities using differentiated methods and adaptive equipment carefully chosen to provide each student the opportunity to participate and gain valuable vocational horticulture skills leading to
Webinar Archive Nurturing Diversity in School Gardens – 2/19/25 Presenting an engaging and insightful webinar, “Nurturing Diversity in School Gardens,” where we’ll explore the transformative power of inclusivity and representation in educational gardening programs. This session will dive into the importance of intentional representation, uncovering and addressing unexamined practices
Webinar Archive Cafeteria To Compost, School Based Composting Programs – 10/16/24 Garden School Foundation will present about their Cafeteria to Compost Program, a food waste recovery and diversion program that takes place inside elementary schools cafeteria. This webinar will include an overview and history of their program, the
Webinar Archive Bilingual Family Engagement – 07/31/2024 Families are a crucial element of the school garden ecosystem, and are often overlooked when planning garden programming. Join two of the Wasatch Community Gardens Youth and School Program team to learn about successes and challenges of engaging families in school garden
Webinar Archive Youth Internship Programs–June 26, 2024 Internships are a great way to involve youth more deeply in garden programming while giving them important job skills. Join outdoor educators from Durham, NC and Victoria, BC as they discuss the benefits of vocational programming in gardens, challenges and successes in developing
Webinar Archive School Garden Summer Programming–April 30, 2024 In many climate areas, school gardens are thriving in the summer with a limited number of students and personnel to enjoy it. Hear from West Broad Street YMCA in Savannah, GA and DNATL Community Food Council in Del Norte County, CA
Webinar Archive Virtual Farm Field Trips –February 28, 2024 Virtual farm field trips are an incredible, innovative way to utilize remote technology and teach students about a variety of agricultural practices, diverse ecologies, and vibrant cultures all from the convenience of the classroom. It’s also a great resource to
Webinar Archive School Food Forests – Part 2: Implementation & Maintenance –January 30, 2024 We’re diving back into the world of school food forests – lush and dynamic spaces that incorporate permaculture, regenerative agriculture and native foodways to grow food and provide agricultural education. In Part 1, we shared
Webinar Archive How To Structure Impactful School Garden Professional Development –June 21, 2023 From full day workshops to short mini trainings, there are many ways to provide in-person professional development to teachers and educators so that they can confidently conduct garden-based education. This webinar dives into two methods: professional
Webinar Archive District-Led School Garden Programs Part 2: Engaging your Community –May 24, 2023 This is the 2nd of a two part webinar series focusing on school district-wide school garden programs led by school district staff and the unique opportunities and challenges they face. Part 1 focused on organization and
Webinar Archive District-Led School Garden Programs Part 1: Organization & Management– April 19, 2023 This is the 1st of a two part webinar series focusing on school district-wide school garden programs led by school district staff and the unique opportunities and challenges they face. This webinar focused on the organization
Webinar Archive Decolonizing Garden Education – February 15, 2023 The global Covid-19 pandemic created multiple challenges and tragedies and changed the way many of us operate professionally and personally. It also highlighted the importance of being outdoors and learning from the land. It forced us in garden education to rethink
Webinar Archive A Replicable Teacher Professional Development Framework for Your SGSO – NOVEMBER 18, 2022 Learn about a replicable teacher professional development framework for a webinar series designed to help school garden educators build gardening confidence, foster collaboration among leaders, and strengthen garden programs for long-term success. Members of the newly
Webinar Archive GROWING SCHOOL GARDEN SUMMIT LIGHTNING TALKS – October 19, 2022 This facilitated hour-long session consisting of 5-minute Lighting Talks from a variety of school garden professionals. All of these presentations were featured at the Growing School Gardens Summit in April 2022. After each talk, reflection questions are shared to
Webinar Archive WHAT MAKES SCHOOL GARDENS THRIVE – MARCH 24, 2022 Learn about two key pieces of research on indicators of building successful school garden programs by Associate Professor Jaimie Davis of UT Austin and Assistant Professor Kate Burt of Lehman College at the City University of New York. Jaimie
Webinar Archive REGIONAL SCHOOL GARDEN SUPPORT MODELS NOVEMBER 17, 2021 Are you seeking ways to more effectively support a large or larger number of school gardens? We will discuss activities that regional support organizations provide and share a framework to enhance your work supporting multiple school gardens. In preparation for
Dive into challenges related to creating and sustaining a vibrant culture at schools around the school garden, especially as we gear up to go back to school Fall 2021.
Join us for a detailed summary of how SGSOs evaluate their programs, assess their students, and share their impacts.
In this Virtual Gathering we will share creative ideas for tackling winter programming during Covid-19 whether you’re engaged in remote, hybrid, or in-person learning.
Webinar Archive RUNNING YOUR SGSO / SUPPORTING YOUR STAFF DURING COVID-19 VIRTUAL GATHERING Return to Webinar Archive Library View our Promising Practices for Managing School Garden Programs
This webinar features district-run school garden program directors from a medium and large school districts sharing their experience and expertise in launching and maintaining district run garden programs.
We’ll discuss ways to bring gardening inside, as well as ways to create advocacy, training, and networking opportunities.
Please join us in a virtual panel discussion where we will dig into some different ways in which farm stands are being implemented and impacting students and the community.
This webinar will provide you with inspiration and ideas to create or enhance summer programming on your educational garden or farm.
Webinar Archive School Garden Networks – 10/10/17 In this webinar, you’ll get to hear from leaders of various school garden networks including how they originated, and support they provide for their members. Listen on to learn how networks can operate at varying scales, from city to statewide, in order
Learn different approaches School Garden Support Organizations use to lead high quality professional development for garden educators.
Hear how and why School Garden Support Organizations across the nation measure the impact of school garden programming.
Webinar Archive Administrators Supporting School Gardens – Member Highlight: Jackie Medina – 7/9/26 In this Member Highlight, we get to talk to Jackie Medina, School Principal at Starlight Elementary in Santa Cruz, CA. Watch on to learn more on how Jackie entered the path of education and how it eventually
Webinar Archive Managing, Leading, and Coaching: Tools for Empowering School Garden Educators – 5/27/26 Whether you’re supervising one garden educator or leading a full team, your role goes far beyond managing logistics. In this interactive session, we’ll explore what it means to manage, coach, and lead in ways that empower
Webinar Archive Principals Advancing School Gardens – 4/30/26 Join us to hear how school principals are championing and sustaining garden programs within their schools. This webinar explores the unique role of school leaders in fostering garden-based learning and building supportive structures. Participants will gain insights and inspiration from real examples
Webinar Archive National School Garden Map Info Session – 4/8/26 Join the SGSO Network for an interactive informational webinar on our newly launched National School Garden Map! The SGSO Network engaged national and regional partners to synthesize school garden data and create an interactive map for public use on EcoRise’s
Webinar Archive Plant Selection and seed saving – 3/25/26 Discover how you can create a plant breeding program that puts students at the forefront of selection and stewarding your seeds’ stories. This webinar will cover some basic principles of plant breeding, best practices on collecting and storing seeds, and ways
Webinar Archive Wellness Partnerships in School Gardens: Kim Aman and Mary Jo Greene from the North Texas School Garden Network – 03/05/26 In this member Highlight, we get to know Kim Aman and Mary Jo Greene from the North Texas School Garden Network. Check out how they have cultivated partnerships
Webinar Archive Communicating success – 11/19/25 Learn how to effectively share your school garden’s story and highlight its impact! This webinar’s presenters will showcase their storytelling strategies, including a website-based success dashboard and social media planning co-creating with students, among other highlighted best practices. Participants will walk away with practical
Webinar Archive Pipelining Garden to Cafeteria – 11/19/25 Discover how to create effective pipelines that bring fresh, garden-grown produce from school gardens into your cafeterias. This webinar covers key considerations, safe handling procedures, and compliance steps to ensure your harvest meets food safety standards. Participants will also gain access to
Webinar Archive School Based Garden to Cafeteria Programming – 10/29/25 Explore how to build a vibrant garden-to-cafeteria culture that connects students, staff, and the wider school community through fresh, school-grown produce. This webinar will highlight strategies for engaging students in growing food, collaborating with cafeteria staff, and involving
Webinar Archive YOUTH AS FOOD JUSTICE LEADERS – 9/24/25 Learn about Growing Hope’s Teen Leadership Program in Ypsilanti, Michigan! Each year, Growing Hope employs teens to train as leaders within the local food movement. These skills are gained through our year-round summer and after school programs. Our Teen
Webinar Archive PIVOTING OPERATIONS AND PROGRAMMING VIRTUAL GATHERING – 8/27/25 Amid the evolving state and federal guidelines and funding, the school garden movement continues to deliver meaningful garden-based education to students nationwide. To stay effective, many school garden support organizations have adapted by shifting teams, adjusting priorities, and forming new
Webinar Archive Fundraising and Creative Partnerships Virtual Gathering – 6/11/25 We recognize that the current funding environment is rapidly changing, with reduced funding for school garden programming. Many school garden programs are finding creative ways to pivot or build mutually sustaining partnerships with similar organizations. Join the SGSO Network
Webinar Archive Indigenous Connections, From Classroom to Cafeteria – 5/28/25 Build a program that honors indigenous stewardship throughout the garden, classroom, and cafeteria. In this webinar, learn from Hardin School District, MT, and how they’ve incorporated community feedback to create curriculum highlighting local tribes and events reflecting ancestral community
Webinar Archive Vocational Horticulture and Transition with Exceptional Students: Drew Horticulture – 3/19/25 This webinar details the innovative techniques designed to accommodate students with disabilities using differentiated methods and adaptive equipment carefully chosen to provide each student the opportunity to participate and gain valuable vocational horticulture skills leading to
Webinar Archive Nurturing Diversity in School Gardens – 2/19/25 Presenting an engaging and insightful webinar, “Nurturing Diversity in School Gardens,” where we’ll explore the transformative power of inclusivity and representation in educational gardening programs. This session will dive into the importance of intentional representation, uncovering and addressing unexamined practices
Webinar Archive Cafeteria To Compost, School Based Composting Programs – 10/16/24 Garden School Foundation will present about their Cafeteria to Compost Program, a food waste recovery and diversion program that takes place inside elementary schools cafeteria. This webinar will include an overview and history of their program, the
Webinar Archive Bilingual Family Engagement – 07/31/2024 Families are a crucial element of the school garden ecosystem, and are often overlooked when planning garden programming. Join two of the Wasatch Community Gardens Youth and School Program team to learn about successes and challenges of engaging families in school garden
Webinar Archive Youth Internship Programs–June 26, 2024 Internships are a great way to involve youth more deeply in garden programming while giving them important job skills. Join outdoor educators from Durham, NC and Victoria, BC as they discuss the benefits of vocational programming in gardens, challenges and successes in developing
Webinar Archive School Garden Summer Programming–April 30, 2024 In many climate areas, school gardens are thriving in the summer with a limited number of students and personnel to enjoy it. Hear from West Broad Street YMCA in Savannah, GA and DNATL Community Food Council in Del Norte County, CA
Webinar Archive Virtual Farm Field Trips –February 28, 2024 Virtual farm field trips are an incredible, innovative way to utilize remote technology and teach students about a variety of agricultural practices, diverse ecologies, and vibrant cultures all from the convenience of the classroom. It’s also a great resource to
Webinar Archive School Food Forests – Part 2: Implementation & Maintenance –January 30, 2024 We’re diving back into the world of school food forests – lush and dynamic spaces that incorporate permaculture, regenerative agriculture and native foodways to grow food and provide agricultural education. In Part 1, we shared
Webinar Archive How To Structure Impactful School Garden Professional Development –June 21, 2023 From full day workshops to short mini trainings, there are many ways to provide in-person professional development to teachers and educators so that they can confidently conduct garden-based education. This webinar dives into two methods: professional
Webinar Archive District-Led School Garden Programs Part 2: Engaging your Community –May 24, 2023 This is the 2nd of a two part webinar series focusing on school district-wide school garden programs led by school district staff and the unique opportunities and challenges they face. Part 1 focused on organization and
Webinar Archive District-Led School Garden Programs Part 1: Organization & Management– April 19, 2023 This is the 1st of a two part webinar series focusing on school district-wide school garden programs led by school district staff and the unique opportunities and challenges they face. This webinar focused on the organization
Webinar Archive Decolonizing Garden Education – February 15, 2023 The global Covid-19 pandemic created multiple challenges and tragedies and changed the way many of us operate professionally and personally. It also highlighted the importance of being outdoors and learning from the land. It forced us in garden education to rethink
Webinar Archive A Replicable Teacher Professional Development Framework for Your SGSO – NOVEMBER 18, 2022 Learn about a replicable teacher professional development framework for a webinar series designed to help school garden educators build gardening confidence, foster collaboration among leaders, and strengthen garden programs for long-term success. Members of the newly
Webinar Archive GROWING SCHOOL GARDEN SUMMIT LIGHTNING TALKS – October 19, 2022 This facilitated hour-long session consisting of 5-minute Lighting Talks from a variety of school garden professionals. All of these presentations were featured at the Growing School Gardens Summit in April 2022. After each talk, reflection questions are shared to
Webinar Archive WHAT MAKES SCHOOL GARDENS THRIVE – MARCH 24, 2022 Learn about two key pieces of research on indicators of building successful school garden programs by Associate Professor Jaimie Davis of UT Austin and Assistant Professor Kate Burt of Lehman College at the City University of New York. Jaimie
Webinar Archive REGIONAL SCHOOL GARDEN SUPPORT MODELS NOVEMBER 17, 2021 Are you seeking ways to more effectively support a large or larger number of school gardens? We will discuss activities that regional support organizations provide and share a framework to enhance your work supporting multiple school gardens. In preparation for
Dive into challenges related to creating and sustaining a vibrant culture at schools around the school garden, especially as we gear up to go back to school Fall 2021.
Join us for a detailed summary of how SGSOs evaluate their programs, assess their students, and share their impacts.
In this Virtual Gathering we will share creative ideas for tackling winter programming during Covid-19 whether you’re engaged in remote, hybrid, or in-person learning.
Webinar Archive RUNNING YOUR SGSO / SUPPORTING YOUR STAFF DURING COVID-19 VIRTUAL GATHERING Return to Webinar Archive Library View our Promising Practices for Managing School Garden Programs
This webinar features district-run school garden program directors from a medium and large school districts sharing their experience and expertise in launching and maintaining district run garden programs.
We’ll discuss ways to bring gardening inside, as well as ways to create advocacy, training, and networking opportunities.
Please join us in a virtual panel discussion where we will dig into some different ways in which farm stands are being implemented and impacting students and the community.
This webinar will provide you with inspiration and ideas to create or enhance summer programming on your educational garden or farm.
Webinar Archive School Garden Networks – 10/10/17 In this webinar, you’ll get to hear from leaders of various school garden networks including how they originated, and support they provide for their members. Listen on to learn how networks can operate at varying scales, from city to statewide, in order
Learn different approaches School Garden Support Organizations use to lead high quality professional development for garden educators.
Hear how and why School Garden Support Organizations across the nation measure the impact of school garden programming.
