students and staff prep for Tonaponics

Tonaponics is about to grow again!

The countertop hydroponic units are back in the classrooms at Tonawanda Elementary School. Last week, students and teachers picked up new supplies to start their Hydroponic Grow Units again.

seeds in containers

The students had the chance to choose a variety of seeds for their lessons including lettuce, peppers, mint and lavender.

students hold up seeds

The hydroponic grow unit is part of the Tonawanda City School District's farm-to-school program.

Read more about the success of this program last school year here: Farm to School Newsletter