Melissa Goding, Christina McNeil and Margaret Rainone

The team’s innovative teaching idea, “Growing Minds, Growing Meals,” focuses on providing opportunities for the students at Pleasant View Elementary School to learn about gardening and healthy eating. Students involved in the program will bring their knowledge and personal garden kits home to share with their families. The project’s goal will provide an inclusive outdoor learning environment for students, where all students of all learning styles and needs will be accommodated, providing an opportunity to grow to their full potential.