Open School Gardens: Fair Oaks Elementary

UPDATE (4/12/2024): Due to Rain, Saturday volunteer times are in flux! More information will follow this afternoon. To check the status of your volunteer day, call your school office, or check our Facebook or the Open School Gardens Event listing. If you’re a registered volunteer, you will receive an email or text with any changes to your time!

Earn service hours by volunteering at Fair Oaks elementary school as part of Open School Gardens weekend! This is a great way to get involved in your community, spend time outdoors, and work on some hands on projects. 

About the Garden: The Fair Oaks Garden is an instution at the school that has been around for 10 years. The garden hosts Growing Healthy Kids Garden Class, serving all grade levels over the course of the year. In it, students study nature, plants, and get to engage with learning in a hands-on way. The garden is a cared for Growing Healthy Kids staff, Garden Educator Gabriela  Gebhardt, community members, and students. 

Help needed: At this work day, volunteers will:

• Garden Maintenance
• Rock Painting
• Sign Making

Access Notes: Fair Oaks Garden has wheel chair accessible pathways. If you have any other questions, please get in touch with us!

You should Bring: If you have garden gloves, please bring them! For your comfort, please bring a water bottle, hat, and/or sunscreen.

Student Service Hours: Service Hours are availible for MDUSD students seeking credit. Be sure to bring any paperwork you need signed with you. 

Questions?: For questions, contact Gabriela Gebhardt at grrgardens@gmail.com