Section 51795 Of Article 8.5. School Instructional Gardens From California Education Code >> Division 4. >> Title 2. >> Part 28. >> Chapter 5. >> Article 8.5.
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. The Legislature finds and declares all of the following:
(a) School gardens provide an interactive, hands-on learning
environment in which pupils learn composting and waste management
techniques, fundamental concepts about nutrition and obesity
prevention, and the cultural and historical aspects of our food
supply. School gardens also foster a better understanding and
appreciation of where food comes from, how food travels from the farm
to the table, and the important role of agriculture in the state,
national, and global economy.
(b) Encouraging and supporting school gardens creates
opportunities for children to learn to make healthier food choices,
participate more successfully in their education experiences, and
develop a deeper appreciation of their community.
(c) School garden programs can equally enhance any subject area
including science, environmental education, mathematics, reading,
writing, art, nutrition, physical education, history, and geography.
School gardens provide a unique setting in which improved pupil
performance can be achieved.