This past week, 7th graders from our school traveled to historic Mt. Pleasant farm and participated in a Howard County Conservancy program entitled On the Way to the Bay. Our students walked across the grasslands of the farm, conducted a stream study, identified native Howard County trees, investigated garden habitats, and viewed native critters including the resident Barred Owl, Ranger.
The Howard County Conservancy’s programs are designed to educate students about nature and the environment through the use of hands on learning experiences such as restoration projects, demonstrations, and service learning opportunities. Programs are aligned with Howard County Public School curriculum to provide an outdoor extension of classroom learning.
Despite the heavy rain, our students, staff and parents had a wonderful experience. When our students returned to the school, they were so excited to share what they had learned and how they braved the elements to participate in the program.
I want to thank Ann Strozyk, Environmental Education Director, for sending the following email to our staff;
I just needed to share with you that when all the volunteers came in at the end of the day, we had a nice
conversation. We all agree that we have never had a group of students here more engaged and enthusiastic.
Even some of the teachers were in the stream!
We are so glad you came despite the impending rain! We are looking forward to another great day with
you tomorrow.
For more information about the Conservancy, please click here: http://www.hcconservancy.org/
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