April 17, 2020 5:37 pmPublished by Abby CallardLeave your thoughts
Space to Grow continues to transform Chicago schoolyards into vibrant outdoor spaces that support wellness, outdoor learning and connecting with nature. Last fall, the Space to Grow partners heard from hundreds of students, school staff, parents and neighbors at five schools about their priorities for a new schoolyard. Then, our design teams worked hard... More
April 17, 2020 4:58 pmPublished by Abby CallardComments Off on Sharing Chicago’s Space to Grow Model
Green schoolyards, like the ones built by the Space to Grow partners, are a significant community asset, providing many benefits for communities around the country. Healthy Schools Campaign and Openlands co-manage Space to Grow, Chicago’s green schoolyards program which transforms Chicago schoolyards into vibrant outdoor spaces that benefit students, community members and the environment. Schoolyard... More
April 17, 2020 4:02 pmPublished by Abby CallardLeave your thoughts
Space to Grow is having a big impact on schools and communities. These green schoolyards are helping Chicago’s most vulnerable communities become more resilient to flooding and climate change, and are providing much needed green space and shared open space for children, families and communities to be active and engage with nature. Space to Grow... More
