ABRAXAS HIGH SCHOOL FOUNDATION

What they do

Abraxas High School Community Garden/Kitchen: A Full Aquaponics and Community Garden Program With Agriculture & Culinary Classes Offered. Culinary Classes Teach Cooking Skills Using Produce Grown In The Garden. 100% Hands-on Classroom. Over 200 Students Have Access to This Program. At The Abraxas High School Garden, The Farm to Table Program is Dedicated to Fostering A Deeper Connection Between Our Students, The Environment, and Their Community. We Aim to Cultivate Not Only Nutritious, Locally Grown Produce But Also A Lifelong Appreciation for Sustainable Agriculture, Healthy Eating, and Environmental Stewardship. Through Hands-on Learning, Students Gain Practical Garden Skills, An Understanding of Seasonal Cycles, and The Importance of Food Security. Our Program Strives to Empower Students to Make Informed Food Choices, Promote Environmental Responsibility, and Nurture A Sense of Community By Donating 80% of Our Produce to Members of Our Community Who Need It The Most. Together, We Gr