Author: The School Garden Doctor
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october quick bites
Napa School Gardens supports teachers with implementing specialized projects. In this issue, we highlight fall tasks and invite you to share monarch sightings. Read more
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september quick bites
Napa School Gardens evolved from a monthly blog into a local collective and then a program of a nonprofit organization. In this issue, we emphasize community partnerships and resources to sustain thriving school gardens, including: – four areas for success – three categories of lessons – a two-minute exploration – one key question Read more
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Seasonal News: Summer 2026
Wishing you a restorative and joyful summer! Read more
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Seasonal News: Spring 2026
Nominations for the Erin S. Soper Award are due April 4th, recognizing community contributions to school gardens and sustainability. Read more
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Seasonal News: Fall 2025
The School Garden Doctor is offering a FREE! Teacher Workshop as part of the Monarch Education Project. Board member Lori Klein shares the powerful benefits of outdoor play. Read more
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Seasonal News: Summer 2025
Jon Soper shares an early memory of Erin’s school garden journey and a positive message to all school garden educators. Read more
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Seasonal News: Spring 2025
One of our newest Board Members, Wendy Fitzgerald, shares an early gardening lesson. Napa School Gardens invites participation in Advocacy Day on April 9th. An upcoming workshop aims to expand monarch education. Nominations for the Erin S. Soper Memorial Award are now open, rewarding teachers supporting school gardens. Read more
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Seasonal News: Winter 2024
The garden is set for winter, encouraging reflection on spring’s possibilities. The School Garden Doctor seeks Board Members for the 2025-2028 term, building on past achievements like hosting educator gatherings and launching a Monarch Waystation. Collaboration with various partners facilitated planting and educational activities, integrating students into hands-on conservation efforts. The project not only aims… Read more
