The Eleva-Strum Sow & Grow Education Project expanded farm to school programming across K–12 by constructing a new greenhouse; adding hydroponic towers to kindergarten classrooms; and enhancing garden-based curriculum with plant science, biotechnology, and ELA connections. Over 400 students participated, with older students mentoring younger peers and high school tech ed students constructing the 2,160 sq. ft. greenhouse as part of a career readiness partnership. Produce grown by students was sold at a local grocery store using a custom PLU code, providing real-world business experience and funding for the garden program. The district plans to integrate produce into school meals and weekend meal bags during the 2025–2026 school year. Despite delays in greenhouse completion, the program continues to grow, with upcoming plans including food preservation coursework and an outdoor classroom connected to the school forest.
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