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This spring, middle school science students brought learning to life by researching, designing, and planting Indy’s first pollinator garden in front of the Rotunda. They began by testing the soil’s pH and nutrient levels, then selected native plants that would thrive and support local ecosystems.

The idea took root after Mrs. Grote received a summer professional development grant to explore more outdoor learning opportunities. With plants sourced from the Delaware Nature Society’s native plant sale, the garden was intentionally designed to attract bees, butterflies, and other essential pollinators. Now, it serves as a living lab where students study biodiversity, ecosystems, and the critical role pollinators play.

It’s a meaningful way for middle schoolers to experience how small efforts can make a big difference in the natural world.