Tustin Memorial Academy believes students don't have to learn within the confines of four walls. Learning should happen in a dynamic atmosphere, engaging students in a unique and creative fashion. Our Organic Garden and Nature Center provides the perfect opportunity to do just that by providing an interdisciplinary and student-centered experience in a "living classroom."
- Beginning Fall 2009, 10% of harvested produce will be donated to local hunger organizations.
- By Spring 2010, Garden design and construction will be complete.
- By Spring 2010, the TMA Kid’s Ecology Club will separate and compost school lunch waste. Recycling proceeds will fund student selected community projects.
- By Fall 2011, students will sell produce to our community; in effect a TMA Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program.
- By Fall 2013, our produce will be used in the school lunch program.