Today’s School Spotlight shines brightly on Irving Primary School, where we held two foxtastic #PullYourWeeds® assemblies for their 225 kindergarten and first-grade students! We were warmly welcomed by the administration, and it was a true delight to connect with their wonderful principal, Ms. Megan McNally. From the moment we stepped into the school, we could sense the vibrant positive energy radiating from both staff and students. Ms. McNally made us feel incredibly at home and provided a lovely introduction for us for her students.
Gardener Aidan particularly enjoyed assisting during the presentation, especially when the students chanted #PullYourWeeds together at the end. Having Gardener Aidan or Gardener Anna present at an assembly is a fantastic way to inspire students about growing up as a Gardener. They serve as excellent role models for young gardeners, sharing authentic stories of their journey with You Are a Gardener®, illustrating their emotional growth and resilience through life's challenges. We are incredibly thankful for the opportunity to connect with the Irving Primary community and were thrilled to receive a glowing review from Principal McNally.
"This morning was a beautiful reminder of the power of positivity and kindness, even for our littlest learners in kindergarten and first grade. The content was relatable and heartwarming, offering an adorable message about empowerment. The message reminded the students that we all have "weeds" — moments of stress or worries — but we can choose how to deal with them. By staying rooted in a calm and confident mindset, we can cultivate "flowers" like joy and gratitude, letting go of the weeds. The message of kindness and empathy reminded everyone, even the adults, to stay positive and support one another. It was a morning filled with joy and powerful reminders of how we can grow through love, understanding, and a grateful heart. Thank you for making our morning at Irving a whole lot brighter! I recommend Shanna and her gardeners wholeheartedly; their message of growth and kindness is one that everyone can benefit from. " ~Megan McNally, Principal, Irving Primary School Highland Park ,NJ
Gardener Aidan at the Irving Primary School For Our #PullYourWeeds® Assembly 2/18/25
We look forward to reconnecting with the Irving Primary School next year and potentially sharing some seeds with their preschoolers! To support the assembly and encourage the growth of the You Are a Gardener® program, the teachers at Irving Primary received a private web link with curated resources, activities, and information to help the program flourish in their classrooms. Additionally, the families of Irving Primary received a digital introductory You Are a Gardener® booklet to help nurture the You Are a Gardener® mindset at home.
Thank you, Irving Primary School, you are gardeners!
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