A once grassy field has been reimagined as a thriving Miyawaki Pocket Forest — a small, dense and biodiverse urban forest made entirely of native species. With support from community partners and conservation groups, students from all grades came together to make it happen.
Leading up to the planting, themes of biodiversity, ecological relationships, and Indigenous plant knowledge were explored. They also engaged in surveys, fundraising and hands-on learning to help bring the project to life.
On planting day, 476 plants — including 105 trees — were carefully placed into the soil, with students joyfully naming and watering their contributions. Some even stayed beyond their scheduled time to help finish the work. The forest will continue to grow as a living classroom, supporting environmental stewardship, place-based learning and a lasting connection to the land.
