Green School Certified

Since earning our Maryland Green School designation in 2015, we have woven environmental education into every aspect of our curriculum and operations. Our goal is to nurture independent, compassionate, and environmentally conscious children who are excited about learning and committed to making a positive difference in the world around them.

Our Green Vision

Students graduating from our kindergarten program leave with a strong understanding of how their actions impact the environment—and how they can help protect it. They are encouraged to be advocates for positive environmental change within their homes, school, and community.
Through hands-on experiences, children learn to:
  • Conserve natural resources and reduce waste
  • Protect wildlife and natural habitats
  • Practice sustainable habits at school and at home
  • Appreciate and care for the natural world
“We believe the best way to teach children to care for the Earth is to let them experience its beauty, its challenges, and its importance firsthand.”

Green Practices in Action 

We began by “greening” all aspects of our school’s operations through best management practices, including: Water conservation and pollution prevention Solid waste reduction and recycling initiatives Habitat restoration and environmental learning structures Sustainable transportation practices Maintaining a healthy school environment These eco-conscious efforts are a natural part of our daily school life and instructional approach.

Ongoing Green Initiatives

Our preschool community—continues to expand our green initiatives each year.

​Highlights include:
  • Eat to Live Philosophy – Teaching students the food cycle: growth, production, composting, and conservation.
  • Recycling Programs – Crayon and marker recycling (since 2018) and refillable water bottles to reduce waste.
  • Partnership with the Department of Natural Resources – Collaborating on wildlife education, including our resident terrapin and bluegill fish restoration project.
  • Natural Cleaning Practices – Using Green Seal–certified services and safe, homemade cleaners to minimize chemical exposure and waste.
Our expansive and growing green curriculum and outdoor classroom create lifelong environmental leaders and advocates—one small footprint at a time.