Schoolyard Naturalization

The Sarnia Urban Wildlife Committee has partnered with St. Helen's and Rosedale schools to plant native shrubs and trees in their schoolyards. These projects educate children about the natural environment, and many children at these schools have learned more about nature by helping to create wild spaces in their schoolyards. Studies have also shown that green schoolyards is linked to healthy development in children through increased physical activity and well-being.

Chilrden at Schoolyard Planting in Halton Region

Interested schools are encouraged to contact us for more information on what you can do to get started naturalizing the schoolyard. Contact us at suwcinfo@gmail.com.

Evergreen has also published several helpful resources on the benefits of greening schools. Find out more here.