Growing Gardens,
Growing Minds!
Why We Exist
Schoolyard Roots cultivates curiosity and connections through hands-on learning gardens. We engage communities with food and nature to inspire, delight, and bring classroom concepts to life.
We partner with twelve Tuscaloosa-area elementary schools. Core program: Gardens 2 Schools. Project-based learning, outdoor exploration, and nutrition education for over 4,884 students in grades K–5. Gardens are outdoor labs tied to Alabama State Standards. Programs help children discover fruits and vegetables, foster empathy and stewardship, and connect classroom learning to the real world.
Partner with us: bring joyful garden-based education to nearly 5,000 students and families.
Growing Gardens, Growing Minds!
Growing Gardens, Growing Minds!
2025 By The Numbers
1,554
Garden lessons taught
4,884
Students engaged
4,884
Students engaged
“The biggest impact of the school garden program is how it helps students connect with nature while learning responsibility and teamwork. It’s a space where curiosity grows right alongside the plants.”
-- J. Cameron, 1st Grade Teacher,
University Place Elementary School