Long time Fallbrook Conservationist Susan Liebes Meeting with Students at Fallbrook STEM Academy.
The Fallbrook Land Conservancy recently visited Fallbrook Union Elementary School District (FUESD) schools, continuing a longstanding partnership that has been an invaluable asset for years. This partnership has allowed students to play an active role in environmental conservation, and FUESD is grateful for the Conservancy’s dedication to educating young minds about the beauty and importance of our local environment.
At Fallbrook STEM Academy, 4th-grade students recently had the chance to help save the Appleton Preserve by planting native species that are crucial to revitalizing the local ecosystem. The day began with a lesson on the variety of preserves in Fallbrook, including Los Jilgueros and the Appleton Preserve. With guidance from the Fallbrook Land Conservancy, students learned about the importance of native plants and their role in maintaining a healthy ecosystem. They then planted species like Black Sage, California Buckwheat, and Coyote Bush.
“This long-standing partnership with the Fallbrook Land Conservancy has been instrumental in inspiring our students to appreciate and protect the environment,” said Seth Trench, Director of Communications for FUESD. “We are truly grateful for the Conservancy’s visits to our schools over the years, teaching our students about the unique and wonderful natural landscape that surrounds us.”
The native plants will be nurtured at a local nursery for the next six weeks before 5th-grade students continue the project in January by planting the mature plants at the Appleton Preserve. This initiative, which has been ongoing for years, not only supports local biodiversity but also instills in students a sense of responsibility for the preservation of their community’s natural resources.
The Fallbrook Land Conservancy’s visits to FUESD schools are part of a continued effort to engage the community in environmental conservation. These educational programs give students a hands-on understanding of conservation practices and inspire them to be lifelong stewards of the environment.
For more information on the Fallbrook Land Conservancy’s conservation efforts or how to get involved, visit Fallbrook Land Conservancy’s website.