Space to Grow Schoolyards in 2018

January 24, 2018

We’re excited to announce that we will start working with six new schools in 2018 to transform their schoolyards into places for students to learn, play and be outside. Stay tuned for more information about these fantastic schools:

Cook Elementary in Auburn-Gresham
Nathan Davis Elementary in Brighton Park
Fernwood Elementary in Washington Heights
Eugene Field Elementary in Rogers Park
Morton School of Excellence in Humboldt Park
Farnsworth Elementary School in Jefferson Park

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