School Programs

School and Community Garden Training Series

The next free Cook County virtual training will take place in March 2025.

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Self-paced online garden course

If you've ever wanted to start a school or community garden but were not sure where to start, the School and Community Gardens course is for you! This self-paced, research-based online class gives you the tools you need to teach youth to garden. Learn how to build a thriving, long-lasting school garden program of any size.

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Request Help from our Horticulture Team

To request assistance for your program, please click the link for your location and program needs:

School Garden Support: Cook County Extension offers support to schools looking to improve upon or implement gardening programs. Priority is given to school groups that attend/attended our school and community garden training in March 2024.

Youth Horticulture Programs: Cook County Extension provides presenters that will engage students in hands-on learning experiences. Please request programs at least 10 weeks in advance to allow time to recruit volunteers.