This fully asynchronous course explores the links between school garden programs and STEM learning. It also offers an exclusive opportunity to view Bullfrog Films' short film Cultivating Kids, which showcases a successful school garden program on South Whidbey Island. The film captures how students learn STEM through gardening and looks at the broader community wide impacts of the garden. The course also offers an opportunity to review the ways that local tribes such as the Swinomish have incorporated gardening and food programs into STEM learning and environmental education, including through the Swinomish Indian Tribal Community's 13 Moons Curriculum. Completion of the course offers an opportunity to purchase 5 clock hours in STEM, Equity, or Educational Leadership.

Deadline:  Deadline:  Participants must complete this session in Canvas by February 15, 2026. Course attendance is taken on an on-going basis after participants finish, often within 3-5 days, though during rush periods and holiday breaks please be aware it may take up to 2 weeks. Please Note: Due to holiday breaks, no grading or recording of attendance will take place during the time periods of November 24 – December 1, 2025 and December 20, 2025 - January 1, 2026. Attendance for courses completed during these time periods will be completed as soon as possible after the break. Thank you in advance for your patience.