During the virtual learning phase of schools this year, many young people discovered interest in unsuspected places.  Such is the case with Andrea Contreras, a senior at Greene Early College as  she discovered her passion for flowers.  After the reopening of school in April with more students in attendance, she continued her enthusiasm for growing flowers. 

Desiring to share this interest as well as beautify the entrance to GEC, she embarked on planning her project: container flower gardening.  To make it special and an inclusive project, she had each freshman sign and date a small brick tile to be buried in the pot.  In addition, each student and staff member was asked to write a reflection of this past year. 

Placing these messages in plastic medicine bottles, these too were buried in the flower pots.  These messages will make interesting reading in the coming years for future students. Shown above is Andrea with her finished planting project.