Planting Change: School Gardens as Hubs for Climate Action and Community

School gardens can be a powerful tool for learning, community building, and fostering the next generation of climate advocates. Join Edible Schoolyard NYC to learn more about how we plan, build, and leverage our school gardens as spaces for students to thrive. This free event is an official part of #ClimateWeekNYC 2026.

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 · 6pm - 7:30pm
Paul Hastings LLP
8th Floor Event Space
200 Park Ave. (MetLife Building)
New York, NY

Children growing up in NYC don’t always have the opportunity to feel connected to nature, learn where their food comes from, and enjoy access to green spaces during the school day. Edible Schoolyard NYC partners with NYC public schools in all five boroughs to build school gardens that can serve as living classrooms, food production centers, community hubs, and more.In an increasingly online world, hands-on edible education can play an important role in creating more ecologically-focused school communities, and inspiring the next generation of climate advocates.

Join the Edible Schoolyard NYC team for an engaging Climate Week discussion about how even a small school garden can plant the seeds for a healthier and more sustainable future for NYC youth. Experts from our horticulture team will share how they plan and build ecologically-friendly gardens that are custom built for different school sites, and educators will share how they use the school gardens to create fun and meaningful lessons for elementary-aged students. 

Registration is free but required. Secure your spot here.

Edible Schoolyard NYC partners with NYC public schools to cultivate healthy students and communities, transforming children's relationship with food.