Living Lab Day

October 12, 2026, 8AM - 4PM

10145 Hinson Road
Norwood, North Carolina 28128

Living Lab Days are for kindergarten through 5th graders to continue their education while schools have workdays. Students will be learning about agricultural methods for growing healthy food with hands-on experiences, labs, and crafts. The program lasts from 8:00am – 4:00pm and begin in the Hinson Road Greenhouses each day. Students will receive hands-on experience with animals, plants, nature, and more.  Students will need to bring a lunch, water bottle, and sunscreen. A snack will be provided.

Program Details

Program Benefits

  • Safe, fun learning environment for students while they are out for Required Teacher Workdays
  • Hands-on learning opportunities with science
  • Continued learning with science labs and math applications
  • Students will receive real-life experiences, a snack, and some take home items (food, crafts, learning resources, and more)

Instructors

Danielle Rushing, Casey Thompson, and experienced farmers at Juneberry Ridge

Audience

Grades K-2

Grades 3-6

Class Size

20

Cost

$50/day

Requirements

Participants must be in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade, wear closed toe shoes and bring their own lunch.

Selection Criteria

N/A

Application Deadline

Enroll by October 5th, 2026. Complete the enrollment form, pay using the link attached on the form, and we will contact you with more information.

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