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Students showcase schoolyard maple-syrup project and Garden Club work
Summary
Fredonia students and a volunteer teacher described a schoolyard maple-syrup project tied to a local food tasting program and a state agriculture contest entry; the board applauded student learning and community partnerships.
Students from the Garden Club described a schoolyard maple-syrup project they ran this year, saying it took them through the full production cycle from tapping trees to sharing finished syrup with younger students. “We are excited to share something sweet that we've recently brought learning to life,” said Brooklyn, who presented the project to the board and explained that the work complemented a monthly local-food tasting program.
Superintendent Dr. Zayas introduced the presenters and praised volunteer teacher Miss Joynt, saying she had “absolutely delivered” on efforts to give students hands-on, community-connected learning. Presenters noted the program reinforced stewardship ideas drawn from author Robin Wall Kimmerer and included volunteer work at a local tree service event that distributed free trees to the community.
The students also reported the district entered the project in the New York State Agriculture in the Classroom contest, continuing a tradition that previously placed in the high school division. The board thanked the students and Miss Joynt for the work and transitioned to routine business.
Next steps: the district did not list any formal action tied to the presentation; trustees encouraged similar experiential projects and recognized the role of community sponsorships and fundraising that support student access.
