Take your garden education work to the next level

[kel...@lifelab.org]

Hey everyone! 

Registration is open for the Life Lab-Certified Garden Educator Program, and I wanted to share in case it’s a good fit for you or someone you know.

It’s an 8-week virtual course powered by Sprouts Healthy Community Foundation. The spring cohort is March 16-May 13, with live sessions on Mondays & Wednesdays, 3:30-5:00 PM PT. 

The course includes:
• Weekly interactive sessions that include discussions, sharing of resources, hands-on demonstration lessons, and community building
•  3 personalized 1-on-1 coaching sessions to support your teaching practice
• Flexible, self-paced content
• Access to high-quality Life Lab vetted materials
• 1 copy of The Growing Classroom garden activity guide
• Digital Next Generation in the Garden K–2 lessons
• Free seeds

What You'll Earn:
• Expert insight from Life Lab’s 40+ years leading the school garden movement.
• Practical skills and confidence to design and lead engaging garden-based learning.
• A supportive community and national network of educators and changemakers, expanding opportunities and deepening your impact.
• Life Lab School Garden Educator Certification, helping you stand out as a sought-after candidate for school garden, environmental education, and experiential learning roles.

What You'll Learn:
• How to create inclusive, joyful garden classrooms that support social-emotional learning.
• Hands-on teaching strategies that spark curiosity, critical thinking, and environmental stewardship.
• Outdoor classroom management techniques that increase engagement and cooperation.
• Ways to teach nutrition through the garden.
• How to find funding opportunities to sustain your program.
 
Cost: $1,400 (financial assistance available. Applications due Feb 6)

More info + registration here:
https://www.lifelab.org/educator-certification-program

Happy to answer questions! Feel free to reach out or share with anyone who might be interested!