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Quick Reference Guide

School Gardens vs. Landscaping
• There is a significant difference between the school garden
initiative and landscaping or beautifying a school campus.
Anything beyond a school garden (a specific, contained
space on a school campus growing fruits, vegetables,
herbs, flowers and fruit trees) is considered landscaping
and different protocols outside the parameters of this
guide are required.
• Although some plants may be approved for a school
garden, they may not be allowed elsewhere on the campus.
What is planted in the garden, should stay in the garden.
Please contact the Building Code Services Department for
landscaping guidance.
https://www.palmbeachschools.org/departments/building_
code_services

School Garden Guidance – Getting Started
• For all things school garden related, including academic
standards, your primary point of contact is the
GardenCollaborationTeam@palmbeachschools.org.
• For landscaping guidance, contact Building Code Services.
https://www.palmbeachschools.org/departments/building_
code_services
• ALWAYS refer to the most current, complete version of
the School Garden Development Guide for more specific,
detailed guidance.
• Any/All permanent changes being made to school
campuses or projects that require a permit, MUST follow
the protocols outlined in District Policy 7.26 - Facilities
or Grounds Modifications Funded by Internal Accounts
or Donations.
• Relating to school gardens, this would include the
following:
• Aquaponic Gardens
• Benches (not permitted in playground areas for
supervisory reasons)

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