• school therapuetic garden

Welcome to our
Garden!

Our garden spaces are growing—just like our students! What began as a simple idea is blossoming into a vibrant therapeutic environment designed especially for neurodivergent children. Thanks to generous grants and community sponsors, we are creating outdoor spaces where students can connect with nature, develop new skills, and experience joy, regulation, and sensory engagement in a safe, accessible environment.

Rooted in Growth. Grounded in Inclusion.

Our therapeutic garden reflects the same values that guide our classrooms:

  • Neurodiversity-Affirming: Every child interacts with the garden in their own unique way. We welcome stimming, exploration, and sensory needs.

  • Hands-On & Whole-Body Learning: Gardening engages multiple senses and supports motor skills, emotional regulation, communication, and connection.

  • Community-Built: Our garden is made possible by the support of families, local businesses, and grant sponsors who believe in accessible, nurturing spaces for all learners.

  • Therapeutic by Design: Each area is intentionally created to promote peace, purpose, and play—from sensory paths and pollinator beds to quiet corners for grounding.

Community Partners

Future Plans

We’re Just Getting Started!
With your continued support, we envision:

  • An accessible greenhouse for year-round plant-based learning

  • Expanded sensory paths with texture zones and guided mindfulness activities

  • An outdoor classroom for outdoor, hands-on learning and creative expression

  • Edible gardens with raised beds for herbs, vegetables, and fruits

  • Native Pollinator-friendly landscaping to support bees, butterflies, and other helpers

  • A nature-inspired mural created in collaboration with students and local artists

  • A community farm stand where neighbors can shop and support entrepreneurial students

Every seed we plant today is part of a bigger vision for tomorrow.

Upcoming events.

Join us for these community garden events!

Community Garden Calendar

“To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.”

— Audrey Hepburn

Welcome to the Garden Journal!
Kara McElligott-Park Kara McElligott-Park

Welcome to the Garden Journal!

Over the last three years, our garden spaces have grown. Thanks to our sponsors, community support, and our school’s staff, parent volunteers and students - we now have three gardens and one more planned! This journal is a place for our community to share thoughts, ideas, accomplishments, challenges, and more.

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