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Beginning A Gardening Program at Jackson Road Elementary #924414

Asked February 10, 2026, 12:12 PM EST

Hello, I would like to inquire more information about how a gardening program works in the Elementary school level. I would also like to know if this includes starting a school garden. Overall, I would love more information about what we could be eligible for. Thank you.

Montgomery County Maryland

Expert Response

Hi- here are some resources that we hope will help you establish a school garden program. It can be as simple as indoor container plants under supplemental light (LED or fluorescent) :

SNAP-ED mdteachertoolkit includes the Edible Garden Lab and a "Gardening for Nutrition" tab (top tool bar) with many practical resources.

UME Master Gardeners in Montgomery Co.- the last entry on this page states that they support East Silver Spring ES. Contact them for help at your school.

Montgomery County schools "Creating Your School Garden" page.

Home & Garden Information Center web pages and Ask an Expert (send questions and photos 24/7)

Good luck!
Jon

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