A Generational Commitment to Students

Building a Sustainable Future one bee house at a time!

In our ongoing “Earth Day Everyday” series, Amy Brown’s 7th-grade science class has taken their commitment to environmental science to new heights. This year, they celebrated Earth Day with a special project that brought together three generations, reminding us of the importance of family and community involvement in education and sustainability.

The classroom buzzed with excitement as Amy’s father, Eldon Good, joined the students to build Mason bee houses during their 3rd and 4th periods. Eldon took time off work to be part of this hands-on learning experience. The students loved working with him and learning of his love of woodwork as they worked together.

The project was a whole family affair, with Amy’s grandfather, Rodney Good, also contributing despite his limited mobility and sight. Rodney carefully sanded the edges of the pre-cut wood to ensure a safe building experience for the students, preventing any splinters and adding a personal touch to the preparation process.

Mason bee houses are good for our environment, these solitary bees play a crucial role in pollination. By providing a habitat for them, the students learned about the importance of biodiversity and the impact each small action can have on the ecosystem.

The students not only learned about environmental responsibility and more about bees but is yet another way our students  learning extends beyond textbooks and classrooms, we’re grateful for the Brown family and their generational commitment to nurturing both our students and our planet!

Making Mason Bee Houses