Farm and Garden
Our Farm & Garden Program
The campus of Highland Hall Waldorf School includes a thriving 3-acre biodynamic farm comprised of 24 raised vegetable beds, a greenhouse, outdoor classroom, medicinal and culinary herb gardens, medieval dye and fiber gardens, row crop fields, fruit tree orchard and permaculture food forest, monarch sanctuary, bee hives and chickens.
Through practical hands-on work, our school farm & garden program endeavors to help students understand that as human beings, we draw our daily nourishment from the Earth. As such, we are responsible for caring for the Earth along with the well being of others. In short, we grow gardens to grow caring people.
The garden is also a metaphor for building healthy communities. By working together to bring about positive changes from our efforts, we develop a deep sense of hope for the future. In the garden, children are given an opportunity to connect with nature and experience it through observation and wonder.
Biodynamics:
An eco-friendly farming approach, biodynamics seeks to restore Earth’s balance by considering the interconnected forces within the farm ecosystem. Farmers aim to create a holistic and self-sustaining farm system that fosters fertility and health.
Supporting our Farm:
The Garden Gnome Society at Highland Hall, comprising passionate parents and friends, helps our farm program thrive. Recent developments include hiring personnel, expanding the curriculum, and building a greenhouse and outdoor classroom with a grant from the Wellington Cabot Foundation.
Farm Stand:
Every Wednesday, our community farm stand offers fresh biodynamic produce, honey, and eggs for purchase. Parents and faculty can enjoy quality products while learning about our farm and its impact on education. All proceeds from the farm stand directly support our farm and garden program.
