The Mirrors Programme’s Field of Learning Garden Club celebrated the end of Term 1 with a donation of fresh, homegrown produce to the residents of Summerhaven on Thursday, December 12th, 2024.
Kimberley Jackson, Programme Manager of The Mirrors Programme, shared “This heartfelt gesture reflects our commitment to teaching students valuable life skills while making a positive impact on the community. Through the Garden Club, students get hands-on experience growing vegetables, fruits, herbs, and flowers while also learning important lessons about teamwork, responsibility, and resilience. By donating their harvest to seniors and families in need, they also learn the joy of giving back and the power of community care.”
“We couldn’t be prouder of our students and their accomplishments this term. Watching them grow, not just in their gardening skills but also in their confidence and compassion, has been a rewarding experience. Their donation to Summerhaven is an example of the Field of Learning’s core values: learning, leadership, and giving back. We can’t wait to see what they achieve next term.”
The Minister of Youth, Social Development and Seniors, the Hon. Tinée Furbert, JP, MP, shared her thoughts on the programme’s impact as she stopped by the garden to meet with students as they closed out the term. “The Mirrors Programme’s Field of Learning Garden Club is an example of how our young people can make a real difference. These students have shown dedication and kindness, and their efforts to support our seniors and families in need is inspiring. This initiative highlights the Mirrors Programme’s focus on leadership and social responsibility.”
The Field of Learning Garden Club is preparing for Term 2 which runs from January 21st to March 27th, 2025. Sessions will take place on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00PM until sunset.
Students ages 11 to 18 are encouraged to sign up: https://bit.ly/FOL_TERM2
For more information, please contact Mirrors at 294-9291 or via email at mirrors@gov.bm