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to take pride in their work. On the plants, all the labels have to be at the front, the plants need to be grouped together. Some of the stuff, it’s not that it’s not taught in a traditional classroom, but we’re set up for it. It’s expressed a little bit easier.” Chris says he makes improvements to the program each year with proceeds from annual sales, which roll directly back into the program. In addition to paying for supplies, equipment and maintenance, Chris has made improvements to the greenhouses that make them more efficient. The program has also sent students to leadership conferences across the country. After the spring sale, Chris and his students will immediately start work on preparing plants for the fall sale. There aren't plans to expand the program anytime soon. “This is enough to keep us busy,” Chris says. “It keeps us on our toes.” CM
CHATHAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL SPRING PLANT SALE When April 7-early June. MondayFriday, 1:30-5:30pm; Saturday, 8am-noon; other times by appointment.
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