ST. VRAIN VALLEY SCHOOL’S FARM TO SCHOOL & WELLNESS PROGRAM TRANSFORMING SCHOOL MEALS, EDUCATION, AND BUILDING FUTURE-READY STUDENTS
Program Benefits • 2.6 Million Meals Served • 120+ Industry Partnerships
The St. Vrain Valley School’s Well - ness and Farm to School program takes an innovative approach to integrating nutrition services with experiential education. Priori- tizing access to local, nutritious, and delicious foods, the program nourishes students while trans- forming their learning environ- ments. Through partnerships and hands-on initiatives, it fosters leadership, entrepreneurship, and mentorship, equipping stu- dents with future-ready skills and enhancing their academic success and well-being.
eas: local purchasing, school gar- dens, and agricultural education. While sustaining these compo- nents poses challenges, St. Vrain’s Farm to School initiative shines by connecting nutrition services and wellness with impactful education- al programs. Key to its success has been learning from failures, building trust, and aligning priorities with ac- tionable opportunities. Program Success Stories • Patience, Persistence, and Com- munication: Overcoming set- backs required perseverance and
• Postsecondary & Career Readiness • 78% of all students are engaged in activities beyond the traditional school day • 40,000+ Plants Cultivated • 40% of Schools Have Gardens • 70% Enrollment Growth • Highest Graduation Rate in Denver Metro Area of 94.3% Farm to School Program Focus Areas The program excels in three focus ar-
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