New York City's Innovative Urban Farms

New York City schools have opened 60 urban farms this school year, part of an effort to encourage STEM education in urban areas. The farms are located in schools across the city, including Junior High School 218 in East New York.

The urban farms are a partnership between New York Sun Works, a nonprofit that builds science labs in urban schools, and the New York City Department of Education. The farms are designed to teach students about sustainability, science, and climate change.

At Junior High School 218, the urban farm is located in a classroom that has been converted into a greenhouse. The classroom is filled with plants, including tomatoes, peppers, and basil. There is also a large tank of water that will be stocked with tilapia fish.

The students at Junior High School 218 will be able to learn about the different aspects of urban farming, from planting and harvesting to cooking and eating the food they grow. They will also learn about the importance of sustainability and climate change.

The urban farms are a new and innovative way to teach STEM education in urban areas. They are also a way to connect students with their communities and teach them about the importance of sustainability.

Principal Lisa Hermann says that the students at Junior High School 218 are excited about the new urban farm. "They chose everything from the floor tiles to the color panes on the wall and the seating," she said.

Dr. Tamra Collins, Superintendent of District 19, says that she is committed to getting all the schools in her district involved in the urban farming program. "It's something new and refreshing that they're learning, but they also see the value in it and how we can support their communities," she said.

New York Sun Works says that its urban farming program has reached more than 120,000 students since it was founded in 2009. The organization plans to open more urban farms in New York City this year.

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