The McKinley Elementary “Octopus’s Garden” began in 2007, with a group of dedicated families and staff. Over the years and with the support from hundreds of students, families, teachers and staff, our garden has evolved into a beautiful serene setting, complete with murals appropriate to an “Octopus’s Garden”.
Check out our Octopus Garden Video
Research Shows that Students Involved in School Garden Programs:
• Improve in science, math, language and writing
• Increase their fruit and vegetable consumption
• Have improved self-esteem, teamwork skills and responsibility
• Increase their well-being quality of life and social and cultural cohesion
Garden Documents
Garden Photos
Garden Art
