OUR APPROACH

To assure safety and sustainability, each project is carefully planned through site assessments and feedback from schools. Trees are planted at safe distances from buildings to prevent structural damage. In addition, shrubs and trees are spaced apart to ensure the visibility and safety of students. When possible, students are involved in greening their schools from the outset – in order to instill a sense of ownership and ensure the long-term care and maintenance of plants, trees and shrubs that beautify their schools.

 Before and after photos of the Linden School Outdoor Classroom

 

We welcome questions and community involvement in the School Grounds Greening Project. To get involved or to learn more, please call 412-586-2416 or email SchoolGreening@paconserve.org.

 

ABOUT THE PROJECT

The School Grounds Greening Project:

• adds low-maintenance trees, shrubs and other plants to school grounds
• creates flexible green spaces for outdoor learning, play and reflection
• actively involves students, teachers, staff, parents and community members to sustain of each project
• supports existing school programs such as outdoor science classes or gardens, as well as Earth Day and Arbor Day activities
 

Our designs are planned to ensure simple, long-term maintenance for school custodians and grounds crews. This project will not construct traditional playground structures, nor does it have a curriculum component.

 

Before and after photos of Schiller School Greening Implementation

 

GET INVOLVED!

Caretaking new green spaces at schools will depend on all of us. You can help by volunteering to become a School Tender. Help us sustain wonderful green spaces that will connect our children to nature for years to come.

For more information, call 412-586-2416 or email
SchoolGreening@paconserve.org.