We are very excited to share that the GSB graduating eighth graders have embarked on a collaborative project between art and agriculture to create a long-lasting legacy that will help students continue learning for years to come.
This year, eighth graders learned about native Maine plants and beneficial bugs through hands-on agricultural programming, including planting native species. Students then took their research and selected plants to sketch before transferring their artwork onto a large garden shed at GSB.

The goal of this learning mural is to provide information about native plants to all GSB students participating in agricultural programming. Students carefully labeled their plants to ensure the information shared is accurate and educational.
Throughout the project, students also explored the history of murals and public art, learning about the importance of creating artwork that is accessible to all. They studied how mural design can collaborate with the local community to ensure that the final product is both culturally sensitive and aesthetically meaningful to the people who experience the art every day.

We are incredibly proud of the eighth graders and all of their hard work, creativity, and collaboration. We are excited to share this mural with caregivers during graduation in June!