See what a couple of Hawai‘i’s public schools have been doing in their school gardens! School gardens are integral to the Farm to School movement. It provides outdoor learning experiences for students. It can connect students to their food and environment. Interviews from Waikīkī Elementary’s Mindful Garden and Mākaha Elementary’s partnership with their farm neighbors Hoa ‘Āina O Mākaha.

Field School Gets a Taste of Hands-on Learning at Hoa ‘Āina O Mākaha from Mālama Learning Center

Jasmine Joy of Beelieve Hawai‘i is a holistic beekeeper, teacher, writer, and activist. Jasmine's mission is to reverse pollinator declines through education, habitat restoration, mindfulness, and a humane honeybee rescue service. Through the Pollinator Program, Jasmine inspires youth to understand the crucial role of pollinators. Initially started on the West Side of O‘ahu, her goal is to expand her program throughout Hawai‘i to cultivate future pollinators.

Directed & Edited by Rob Lau, Story Design by Emily Lau, Original Music by Emily Lau, Cello Samples by Nick Lau, Title Graphic by Andrew Binkley

Special thanks to: Gigi & Judy Cocquio, Kai Cocquio, Shannon Shima, Kelsey Thornberry, Keoni & Sarah Ford, Dick & Amy Shearer, Hoa 'Āina o Mākaha Staff, Mākaha Elementary School, and Botanical Interests.