Local White Rock children may be getting their green thumbs soon, as a community garden at their school has opened this spring.
Peace Arch Elementary opened its first school garden in 60 years on April 23 for students to take care of, shared teacher Haley Workun.
"This is a huge project that we are very proud of," she shared.
Through a student vote, the garden at the school is called 'The Raven's Nest'.
"It is fun trying to find worms in the dirt!" shared Grade 1 student Evan with enthusiasm.
So far, there are 12 classes from the school participating in growing flowers and vegetables, including radishes, beans, carrots, potatoes, strawberries and sunflowers.
"Our school garden goals are to increase biodiversity at our school and to promote connection to land and the growing process," Workun shared.
Making the garden come to fruition took financial support from the school's Parental Advisory Committee and a donation from the City of White Rock.
"I like to be in the garden with my friends and to plant things. It makes me happy," said Grade 4 student Ameera.
