Urban Horticulture Class 2021-22

This year’s 9th graders have worked hard to bring the school’s gardens back to an orderly state after this summer’s heavy rainfall. The gardens were looking extremely lush, which meant lots of weeding and tending needed to be done. In addition, with the Farm-to-Kitchen program back in full swing, there was lots of seed starting and harvesting to do as well, so that the kitchen could be supplied with a continuous stream of healthy, organic produce. Beyond simply working and maintaining the gardens though, the students learned valuable lessons in teamwork, problem-solving, and how to grow healthy, sustainable food.

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When I first came to Sky Islands, I felt it was kind of weird because I wasn’t used to the whole idea of a school being a community, but more and more I came to the realization that this is how school should be.

Community is a huge part of Sky Islands. This school has amazing teachers, they are all fantastic, and they have taught me so much. I used to hate math more than anything because I never understood it. Now it is my favorite subject.

Sky Islands is a great place to be! Everyone is welcoming and everybody knows each other at our school. Throughout the year, we work on projects in and outside the classroom. We also learn about so many interesting topics that you don't learn about at other public schools.

My daughter graduated from Sky Islands in 2020. She studied there for 4 years of High School and it was the best decision we ever made. The curriculum there allowed her to broadened her mind and approach to more greenery and sciences. She started out very shy and and introvert and graduated more outgoing and she really bloomed at High School there. I would always refer my friends to have their students attend high school for the simple fact that they will get the education needed to go to college plus special treatment and care for each and every student.

Urban Horticulture Class 2021-22

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