Fall harvest is officially underway at Sedgwick Middle School! Students recently picked over 32 pounds of sweet potatoes, which will be cured and served in the cafe for Thanksgiving. The greenhouse that made this possible, providing an inclusive, hands-on learning experience was funded in 2024-2025. The greenhouse enabled Sedgwick to extend the growing season and promote long-term sustainability. Like Sedgwick, many schools continue to reap the benefits of a FWHPS grant for multiple years after being funded.

At Hall High School, students explored social change, language, culture, and history through the study of traditional dances from Costa Rica, Argentina, Spain, and Peru, thanks to the generous support of the Foundation for West Hartford Public Schools. Through lively steps, partner exchanges, and shared laughter, students built deeper connections with one another while embracing new cultural perspectives. As students actively engaged in the rhythms and movements of Swing Criollo, Tango, Sevillanas, and Huayno, they deepened their understanding of each dance's multicultural roots and opened their hearts to greater acceptance, curiosity, and global awareness. See them in action here.

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