Lake County Gazette

Lake Forest School District 67 announced that the G2G Garden Fair at Market Square was a successful community event, showcasing colorful plants and creative displays with strong participation from District 67.

According to Lake Forest School District 67, the Gardening 2 Grow (G2G) Garden Fair hosted by the district at Market Square featured participation from all D67 schools. The event included a variety of student-led exhibits, colorful plant displays, and items for sale. Attendees enjoyed activities tied to gardening and environmental themes, contributing to a day focused on school pride, community engagement, and the promotion of hands-on learning through garden-based projects.

The annual event is coordinated by the district’s Garden Clubs and the DPM Green Team. It features student-grown and student-made items along with interactive activities such as face painting, crafts, and games while supporting school gardening and environmental education.

Gardening 2 Grow (G2G) is dedicated to enhancing student wellness by using plants, nature, and partnerships to create engaging educational spaces in schools. Their vision is to promote whole-body wellness through education. The organization encourages parents to join and supports garden clubs across District 67 schools, offering opportunities for students and families to engage with nature. For more information or to join, contact G2G President Lisa Walsh or the respective garden club coordinators at each school. G2G is also open to donations to further support its initiatives.

Lake Forest Elementary School District 67 serves approximately 1,600 students in grades Pre-K through 8. The district includes three elementary schools—Cherokee Elementary (K-4), Everett Elementary (K-4), and Sheridan Elementary (Pre-K-4)—as well as Deer Path Middle School (5-8). Known for its innovative instructional practices, District 67 emphasizes inclusive education and personalized learning experiences that support academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development. The district’s mission is to inspire and empower students to maximize growth and cultivate respect for others in a dynamic, safe learning environment.