MADISON -- School lunch will take on a whole new flavor as students at Washburn Elementary School in Bayfield County grow their own fruits and vegetables for their hot lunch program next year. At Lannon Elementary School in Waukesha County, teachers and students started a plastics recycling program.
Both schools have qualified to become Wisconsin's newest Green and Healthy Schools.
"We're excited to see our Green and Healthy schools develop creative learning activities for students that teach them to care for themselves, their schools and their communities," said Brenda Hagman, who directs the DNR Bureau of Education and Information. "The future of energy conservation and green practices lies with our up and coming generations. It's great to see the kids embrace these values at an early age."
Washburn Elementary School plans to celebrate its Green and Healthy status next April during the Week of the Young Child celebration in Washburn. The celebration will also coincide with Earth Day. Lannon Elementary School plans to celebrate its Green and Healthy status in January. Both schools are now eligible for up to $1,000 in grants to reimburse them for any costs incurred for participating in the program.
People interested in learning about or participating in the Green & Healthy Schools program can find more information on the DNR Web site.