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Varsity Softball Team Undefeated In RegionVarsity Softball Team Undefeated In Region

September 4, 2013, 4:00 am
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Whitefield Academy remains unbeaten in region play (4-0) after running past Walker in a 10-2 victory on Tuesday, September 3. After pouring on six runs in the first inning, Hannah Brown (11th) recorded the win. She allowed two runs over five innings, struck out 10 batters, walked one batter and surrendered four hits.



The Pack tacked on another three runs in the fourth inning. An error scored Olivia Viergever (9th) and Carmyn Cosey (10th) to get the Pack more runs in the fourth.



The WolfPack will host Mount Pisgah, who is also unbeaten in region 6B, on Thursday afternoon, September 5, at 5 p.m. Come support the Pack!
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Jazz Band Performs At BenefitJazz Band Performs At Benefit

September 4, 2013, 11:00 am
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The Whitefield Jazz Band joined forces with the No Kid Hungry, Share Our Strength organization, providing music for the “Give Me Five” benefit dinner held at the Cherokee Town & Country Club on Sunday, August 18.



The No Kid Hungry, Share Our Strength organization exists to fight the hunger epidemic among children in America. According to the organization, over 16 million children face hunger each day and do not have the nutritional resources necessary to thrive. The Give Me Five event featured a seated auction, hors d’oeuvres, and a delicious dinner.



“It was a glamorous evening. The jazz band played to rave reviews and all the kids enjoyed supporting such a worthy cause,” said Stacy Quiros, Whitefield fine arts director.

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BLOG POST: Sixth Graders Learn Research And TechnologyBLOG POST: Sixth Graders Learn Research And Technology

September 5, 2013, 8:00 am
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Elizabeth Qualls, Whitefield's Middle and Upper School librarian, is teaching sixth-graders a class called Research and Technology Skills. Here's her explanation of this new approach to the computer rotation class.







This year the sixth grade computer rotation has taken a new direction. The class is more appropriately called “Research and Technology Skills." Yes, we still use computers (actually Google Chromebooks) in class, but we also have discussions. What do we talk about? Well, so far this year our topics have included “Strong Passwords,” “Private and Personal Information,” and “Digital Citizenship.” We have also had a day in the library for a tour and a lesson on “The Role of a Librarian.” A fun true-false game regarding myths surrounding librarians led the students to discover we don’t all wear our hair in a bun, and we can help them search better than Google.



In planning for the redesign of this class, I was introduced to the website Common Sense Media  This organization is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing trustworthy information and education needed to thrive in a world of media and technology. (CSM, About Us) Not only do they provide resources for families, such as tips for online safety, but reviews


and ratings for books, movies, TV shows and apps can be found on this site. They also have a complete curriculum free to educators. We are using this resource for our discussions. Each lesson has a corresponding ‘Family Tip Sheet." These are posted under our class’ links and documents on the Parent Portal. My hope is that these tip sheets will generate discussion around the dinner table or in the car regarding media and technology use.



During this nine week course, my goal is to help the students in understanding the best way to use technology and to develop safe habits. We will also begin exploring the online databases available through the library at Whitefield and brushing up on our library skills. So, sixth-grade computer rotation is not just about computers!

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Varsity Football Team Beats RiversideVarsity Football Team Beats Riverside

September 9, 2013, 7:00 pm
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The varsity football team bounced back from last week's defeat, pulling out a gritty 26-24 win against Riverside Military Academy at home Friday night. The Pack offense executed well early on and took a 7-0 lead with senior Everett Pollard's touchdown pass to Matt Olson (11th). Riverside, a much-improved squad from a year ago, soon got on the board with a field goal. On the ensuing kickoff, the Pack fumbled, and Riverside's offense only needed a ten-yard drive to go ahead 10-7. Whitefield again put together a successful offensive drive, and took a 14-10 halftime lead with a Lawrence Waters (12th) touchdown run.



During the third quarter, the teams traded touchdowns, with the Everett to Matt combo striking again, and the Pack led 20-17. Early in the fourth quarter, Pollard left the game injured, following a blow to his helmet from a Riverside defender. A short punt soon set up the Riverside offense on the Pack's 34-yard line. One play later, the Riverside quarterback rumbled into the end zone and Whitefield trailed 24-20. Sky Dupree (11th), in as the backup quarterback for the Pack, found a big hole on an option keeper to the left side and ran 80 yards for the go-ahead touchdown. The defense, with several young and inexperienced contributors stepping up, was able to rally and deny two late Riverside offensive possessions to secure the hard-fought win. The offensive line had a really solid night. Key defensive contributors in the game included Bradley Davidson (11th), Alex Manning (12th), Jaylen Hudson (12th), Lawrence, and Sky. Coach Fields praised his squad following the game for their resilience and refusal to fold each time adversity appeared. Come out and Back the Pack next Friday when they will be on the road for the first time this season at St. Francis.

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Middle School Softball Team Beats GallowayMiddle School Softball Team Beats Galloway

September 19, 2013, 4:00 am
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Key plays helped the Middle School softball team beat The Galloway School 13-12 in five innings on Wednesday, September 18. Grace Blair (8th) led the offense with a key hit, producing two RBIs. Aggressive base running also contributed to the win, with Grace, Anna Blair (8th), Ruthie Evans (8th), and Kailey Williams (6th) all stealing home. Anna (pitcher) and Ruthie (catcher) led the defense as Anna had key strikeouts and Ruthie made critical stops behind the plate to save runs. With the game on the line in the bottom of the fifth inning, third baseman Emma Farrar (7th), Grace (shortstop), and Anna worked together to produce a game-ending double play—a dramatic end to an awesome victory! Way to hold ‘em Pack!
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Alumna Carson Quiros ('12) Seals WinAlumna Carson Quiros ('12) Seals Win

September 19, 2013, 4:00 am
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Allison Petersen Leads Session At EdCamp ConferenceAllison Petersen Leads Session At EdCamp Conference

September 19, 2013, 1:00 pm
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Whitefield faculty member Allison Petersen recently presented a “Classroom Website and Blogs” session at EdCamp Atlanta, an annual conference committed to “reaching all educators in public, private, charter, and higher education with innovative learning using pioneering technologies and instructional strategies to transform teaching for all students.”



The conference was attended by over 150 educators from across the Southeast (fifth-grade teacher Jeanne Thon attended with Petersen). The conference is unique because it follows an “unconference” model where there is no prepared schedule; participants spend the first 30 minutes of the day adding sessions they would like to present to a session board. Teachers presented sessions and interactive discussions on topics ranging from using Twitter, gaining student feedback, grammar and writing, digital portfolios, and redesigning learning spaces.



“The best thing about an EdCamp model is the open sharing of ideas between educators. The entire day is centered around others openly sharing what they do in their classrooms, which leads to a substantial amount of great ideas and take-aways in a single day of professional development,” said Petersen.



Petersen co-taught a session which presented different website options teachers can use when creating classroom websites and blogs. She first started blogging with her own students last year and was able to share advice and ideas with teachers looking to try this technique in their own classrooms.  This year as a Middle School English teacher with seventhth-grade classes, Petersen uses Kidblog to set up personalized blogs for each student and communicate with students about assignments. Students use the blog throughout the year to share their writing with an authentic audience. The ability to comment on others’ posts and receive comments from authentic readers helps to establish a purpose for each writer as they work on an assignment.



“I give my students assignments that will force them to push themselves to improve as writers” said Petersen. “The blog provides them with a real audience, so they take more ownership of their writing style and revisions knowing that others will be reading their work. They are constantly excited to receive comments on their blog posts.” Petersen oversees the classroom blogs and posts, ensuring that the process is safe and no personal information is shared.



In addition to teaching, Petersen is Whitefield’s Middle School curriculum coordinator. She maintains a blog of her own geared toward educators called Try This Tomorrow. The blog provides teachers with practical and creative ways to improve as educators. It focused on topics such as best practices, professional development, technology in education, and leadership.



“Presenting at EdCamp was energizing,” said Petersen. “Having the opportunity to connect with educators who are all interested in constantly improving is inspiring and motivating. Even after the conference ends, we continue sharing and discussing ideas through social media such as Twitter and Google Plus.”



You can read blog posts by Whitefield’s seventh-grade class and even leave comments by going to the class blog site.

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Middle School Students Monitor Cobb County Water QualityMiddle School Students Monitor Cobb County Water Quality

September 19, 2013, 3:00 pm
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Ten Middle School students recently participated in a water quality training


session conducted by the Cobb County Watershed Stewardship Program, a division of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources.



The students learned about basic stream water chemistry and how to conduct chemical tests using hand-held field equipment. The workshop, part of Georgia’s Adopt-A-Stream program, is designed to equip volunteers with the skills necessary to collect accurate and precise data on the condition of local stream water. Whitefield students are charged with monitoring the water quality of the creek located on the edge of Whitefield’s property.



“Our kids will conduct tests on this creek as part of the Whitefield’s science club” said Dawn Byers, Middle School science teacher. “They are now certified volunteers and can participate in collecting data for the state to use in water quality studies.”



Georgia’s Adopt-A-Stream program exists to increase public awareness of the state's pollution and water quality issues and provide citizens with the tools and training to evaluate and protect their local waterways.

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Junior Varsity Football Team Beats Mount ParanJunior Varsity Football Team Beats Mount Paran

September 20, 2013, 4:00 am
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The junior varsity football team hosted the Mt Paran Eagles on Thursday night. Whitefield, clad in their home navy jerseys, scored on the first play from scrimmage.  A 75-yard run from #18, Nile Ball (11th).  The point after was no good and the score 6-0.  Later in the first quarter after some staunch defense, Whitefield scored on a 56 yard run once again by Nile Ball with just 3:25 to go in the first quarter.  This time the point after was converted and the score 14-0.  



Whitefield changed gears from the run to the pass and opened the second quarter with a 39 yard pass from QB Carson Brown to Will Schultz.  Carson Brown completed that series with a QB keep for the touchdown with 6:40 remaining in the half and a resulting 20-0 score.  Defense reined the remainder of the half and kept the Eagles out of the end zone.  An exciting play with 16 seconds left in the half – an option pitch from Carson Brown to Nile Ball resulting in a 63 yard TD run – was negated by a penalty and the first half closed 20-0.



The second half was marked by tough defense by both teams, the Whitefield defense was led by strong efforts from Jordan Edge, Jake Gilbert and Connor Callan among others.  Finally though at the end of the 3rd quarter, the Wolfpack once again broke through and scored on a 13 yard option pitch from Carson Brown to Nile Ball.  After failing to convert the PAT, the score was set at 26-0.  Although there were other solid performances, like a 22 yard run by Michael Cato in the 4th quarter, the scoring was done for the day.  The WolfPack defense held the Eagles scoreless on offense and the final score was Whitefield 26, Mt Paran 0.



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Whitefield Hosts City-Wide Cross-Country TrialWhitefield Hosts City-Wide Cross-Country Trial

September 20, 2013, 8:00 am
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On Saturday, September 14, Whitefield Academy hosted the first Whitefield Academy Middle School cross-country time trial.  The time trial consisted of six races (6th grade boys/girls, 7th grade boys/girls and 8th grade boys/girls).  The race format was based on the Peachtree Ridge/Walton Stage Race, which is a high school two -mile race early in the season to help teams gauge their training prior to their first competitive team meet.



Since Middle School is not GHSA regulated, the meet was open to public schools, private schools and club teams.  This initial event was well attended with 371 registered runners and 14 schools from across the metro-Atlanta area as well as schools from as far away as Temple and Carrollton, Georgia.



The 1.5 mile course started on the football field, ended on the track and crossed the grand stands two times thus providing the fans excellent viewing from a central location.  The top ten finishers from each race received a medal for their efforts. 



Joshua Orr (8th) finished in 5th place in a time of 10:03. Julian Munoz (7th)


finished  5th in the 7th grade race in a time of 10:48.  Colson Gulledge (7th) finished 9th place in the 7th grade race in a time of 10:57.  Hunter Bilotti (8th) finished in 24th place in a time of 11:13 and rounding out the top five for the boys was Stephen Hellier (8th) with a time of 11:41.For the girls, Ryan Llewelyn  (8th) placed  4th for the girls in 11:17.  Marie Schmitz with a pulled hamstring ran a 13:02 and Katarina Kelly ran a 14:10.





Many thanks to the approximately 25 volunteers, consisting of cross-country parents, PackBackers and Upper School cross-country team members, for their hard work on the course, press box and concession stand. The event was sponsored by Wade Ford and West Stride running store and timed by Smart Timing of Marietta, Georgia.  The net team entrance fee, concessions and gate collection proceeds will benefit the track and cross country teams. 



Planning is underway to make this an annual event for the purpose of Honoring Him and promoting cross-country at Whitefield.

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Middle School Gold Volleyball Team Defeats First Presbyterian

September 25, 2013, 8:00 pm
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The Middle School Gold volleyball team took on First Presbyterian's teams on Monday, September 23.  In the first match of the night, the girls defeated First Presbyterian's "A" team 25-23 and 25-20.  The team came from behind to win the first game, and then, with strong serving, was able to close out the win. In the second match of the night, the Gold team defeated First Presbyterian's "B" team.  Every girl on the team contributed to the wins in a true team effort.  Great job girls!

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Tech Quarterback Addresses Whitefield StudentsTech Quarterback Addresses Whitefield Students

September 26, 2013, 4:00 am
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Georgia Tech starting quarterback Vad Lee addressed 98 Upper School and Middle


School students at the Fellowship of Christian Athletes' luncheon meeting held on Tuesday, September 23.



Lee, a redshirt freshman last year at Tech, talked to students about his journey to play starting quarterback for a major university after starting to play football at age 6. He encouraged students to diligently pursue their dreams, maintain focus, and lean on their faith in difficult times.



“I was hoping to play a lot last year and didn’t,” said Lee. “I was depressed, questioned the reasons why, and struggled with my expectations. However, I learned to lean on God. I held on to Proverbs 3:5 which says ‘Trust in the Lord with all your heart and do not lean on your own understanding.'

Lee attributes his dependency on faith to his grandmother who “would take me by the ear and make sure I went to church every week.”



After speaking, Lee answered a wide range of questions from the students including how he became starting quarterback.



“Mentally I believed I could play in the starting position,” he said. “And I had to prepare physically even though I wasn’t playing so that I would be ready when the time came. Preparing for your dreams is important if you are going to achieve them. You have to be ready to cease the opportunities when they come.”



Students also asked how Lee balanced the rigors of a Tech education with his football schedule.



“I have a big board in my room that lists all my upcoming assignments and deadlines,” he said. “I block out the times I need for football practice and have to diligently check that board to stay on top of my work.”



“When we win, I don’t go out and party because I need to stay focused and I want to maintain the good reputation that I’ve earned,” he continued. “It’s more important for me to spend time with the people I love than to go out and party.” The Yellow Jackets are currently 3-0 and face Virginia Tech tonight.

 



Lee closed his time with the students by challenging them to become leaders but also encourage and depend on one another. He also gathered with Whitefield's FCA student leadership for after the luncheon for a picture.



“FCA helped me integrate into college life and the people I’ve met there continue to encourage me,” he said. “Don’t try to take your life journey alone. It’s better when you are living it with other people.”



In his short career as Tech quarterback, Lee has already thrown for over 1000 yards including 11 touchdowns, rushed for over 700 yards including 12 touchdowns.

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Varsity Volleyball Team Wins TwoVarsity Volleyball Team Wins Two

September 27, 2013, 4:00 am
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The varsity volleyball team played tough against Mount Pisgah, took it to three sets, and won with scores of 25-20, 25-20, and 25-23.



North Cobb Christian was also a team in the tri-match but the WolfPack fought hard and was consistent. They won in two sets with scores of 25-22 and 25-22.



Our leaders of the night were: Olivia Nicholas (9th) with 9 kills; Kelsey Butler (11th) with 10 aces and 22 digs;Anna Long (12th) with 8 kills; Kate MacPhail (11th) with 26 assists and 15 digs; Audrey Garrett (11th) with nine kills; and Natalie Bell (9th) with 12 digs,



Whole team stats: 80 digs, 21 aces, and 38 kills.

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Varsity Softball Team Defeats Greater AtlantaVarsity Softball Team Defeats Greater Atlanta

September 27, 2013, 4:00 am
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The Whitefield varsity softball team survived a late rally by Greater Atlanta Christian to win 5-4 on senior night at Whitefield. Frances Hamilton (12th) led the offense going a perfect 2-2 at the dish. She doubled in the second inning and singled in the fifth inning.



Whitefield got the win thanks in large part to Hannah Brown's (11th) dominant, 17-strikeout performance and some key defensive plays. Hannah allowed one earned run on six hits and no walks over seven innings.



The game's last lead went to Whitefield, thanks to a second inning rally that saw two runs cross the plate on an RBI double by Frances and an RBI single by Ari Christoffersen (11th). Whitefield answered Greater Atlanta's top inning with one run of its own in the fourth. The game was close until Whitefield seemed to grab the momentum by piling on two more runs in the bottom of the fifth. A clutch bases loaded walk scored Carmyn Cosey (10th) to open the scoring in the frame. That was followed up by Megan Rose Byers's (10th) single, plating Ari. Hits were also recorded by Gabby Pinson (11th) and Sydney Burke (11th).



Greater Atlanta was poised to tie the game in the top of the seventh when Hannah came up with a timely strike out and Gabby made a diving catch to rob the last Greater Atlanta batter of a potential bunt hit and game-tying RBI. 
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Varsity Softball Team Shuts Out LandmarkVarsity Softball Team Shuts Out Landmark

September 30, 2013, 4:00 am
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It took extra innings, but Hannah Brown (11th) threw nine shutout innings to carry Whitefield Academy to a 1-0 victory over rival, Landmark Christian on Monday.



Hannah pitched nine innings and allowed no earned runs on five hits. The Lady Pack played their best defensive game of the season.  Olivia Viergeve (9th), Hannah, and Gabby Pinson (11th) made a run-saving relay to the plate to end the seventh inning. Megan Rose Byers (10th) had a run-saving,  two-out, sliding catch in centerfield to end the eighth inning. 



Ari Christoffersen (11th) led off the ninth inning with a bunt single that moved Olivia to third base with no outs. This set the table for Hannah, who gave Whitefield the win when she grounded into a fielder’s choice to the shortstop that scored Olivia. Megan Rose and Ari had the only two hits for the Lady Pack. 
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Whitefield Students Named Player Of The WeekWhitefield Students Named Player Of The Week

September 30, 2013, 4:00 am
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Five Whitefield varsity football players were named Player of the Week by the Cobb County Football Club, an organization which honors high school and college athletes who excel in the sport.



Lawrence Waters (12th) and Bradley Davidson (11th) were named defensive Player(s) of the Week.  Everett Pollard (12th) and Jordan Edge (10th) were named offensive Player(s) of the Week.



Sky Dupree (11th) had the distinciton of being named both defensitve and offensive Player of the Week.



Congratulations!



Picture: Lawrence Waters, Everett Pollard, Sky Dupree, Jordan Edge, Coach Jimmy Fields. Bradley Davidson not pictured.
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Varsity Football Team Overcomes Gordon LeeVarsity Football Team Overcomes Gordon Lee

October 1, 2013, 4:00 am
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The varsity football team made a long road trip to Gordon Lee High in Chickamauga on Friday, September 27, and enjoyed a victorious return trip after posting an 18-0 shutout over the Trojans on homecoming night. 



The WolfPack evened their season record at 2-2 with a strong defensive showing, allowing Gordon Lee's offense to cross midfield only twice. Whitefield opened the game with a 15-play scoring march. The possession was hindered  by four offensive penalties, including one that negated a touchdown pass.  A 35-yard field goal attempt by Matt Olson (11th) was good and the Pack took that 3-0 lead to intermission. The WolfPack defense simply took control following halftime. Gordon Lee's first possession was thwarted when Sky Dupree (11th) caused and recovered a fumble. The second series for the Trojans ended with a Lawrence Waters (12th) interception, which he returned 25 yards for a touchdown. Dupree's two-point conversion run from the Polecat formation extended the Pack lead to 11-0.



On Gordon Lee's very next offensive play following the kickoff, Jordan Greer (10th) recovered another fumble. The Whitefield offense then quickly executed a 26-yard drive, capped by an Everett Pollard (12th) three-yard run and the successful kick by Matt, and led 18-0 after three quarters. A fourth-quarter offensive drive by Whitefield advanced the ball inside the Trojan 10-yard line, but ended with an interception.  In addition to his field goal and PAT on the night, Matt also contributed significantly to the success of the Pack defense by pounding all three of his kickoffs for touchbacks and being in on six tackles, including two for losses.



Other defensive leaders on the night were Michael Hebert (11th) and Jaylen Hudson (12th), each in on eight tackles, and Cameron Jenkins (10th) with an interception. Whitefield travels again this Friday to face Fellowship Christian in Roswell.  Be there to Back the Pack in our first sub-region game of the season!  
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Whitefield Runners Set Personal Records At Cross-Country MeetWhitefield Runners Set Personal Records At Cross-Country Meet

October 1, 2013, 4:00 am
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The Whitefield varsity cross-country team ventured to Rome, GA on Saturday morning, September 28,


to compete with nearly 50 other teams at the Darlington Cross-Country Festival. Junior Robby Keough led the way for Whitefield, finishing in fifth place overall in the field of 234 varsity boys, with a time of 16:35.



This event marked the midpoint of the season. Darlington High School’s 5K course starts and finishes on the campus athletic grounds but winds through forested areas and includes several steep hills and bridge crossings along the way.



The Whitefield varsity girls contingent was ably represented by a trio of runners, each of whom ran a season-best time. Whitney Merkle (11th) led the way with a time of 23:42, followed by Gabby Boswell (11th) in 24:43. Ansley Guthrie (9th) completed the course in 26:38, a new personal record (PR) for her.





The varsity boys team had its best showing of the season, with all seven runners turning in strong performances and four of the seven setting PRs (sophomore Brooks Bynum – 20:39; junior Bryce Belyeu - 21:08; freshman Brian Pickens - 22:38; and junior Austin Hoover - 23:06).



Kerry Martin (10th) finished third amongst the Whitefield boys, despite falling and injuring his shoulder on the slippery course. Jacob Fikse (11th) finished just 10 seconds off his PR, with a time of 18:29.



Wrapping up the day, Whitefield’s John Brody Cantrell (10th) and Stephen Bracher (12th) competed in the junior varsity boys open race, with race times of 21:59 and 24:01, respectively.



Next Saturday, October 5, the varsity boys head to Cary, NC to compete against some of the top teams in the country at the Great American Cross Country festival.

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Whitefield Jazz Band Entertains At Swan HouseWhitefield Jazz Band Entertains At Swan House

October 6, 2013, 4:00 am
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The highly acclaimed Whitefield jazz band performed Sunday night, October 6, on


the lawn at Atlanta's historic Swan House. The event, sponsored by a large neighborhood organization, gathered hundreds of guests of all ages who truly enjoyed the timeless music provided by members of the band. Audience requests were a highlight of the evening - as well as tours of the beautiful home.



The Swan House is an elegant, classically styled mansion built in 1928 for the Edward H. Inman family.  The mansion, designed by famed Atlanta architect Philip Trammell Shutze, provides a glimpse into the lifestyle of this Atlanta family during the 1920s and 1930s.

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Lower School Prepares For First Farmer's MarketLower School Prepares For First Farmer's Market

October 7, 2013, 4:00 am
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The Lower School Outdoor Garden and Classroom continues to be a blessing to the Whitefield community. Since its creation three years ago, the garden has given students a concrete way to learn about multiple scientific topics such as erosion, photosynthesis, fertilization and composting. In addition, it has supplied a means to teach character education and spiritual truths such as sharing, sowing and reaping, and God’s provision.  It has united families and students from the Lower School as they share time together planting, weeding and building new additions for the garden. Lastly, the garden has provided fresh, healthy food such as beans, lettuce, radishes, carrots, and potatoes for Lower School lunches.



Now the list of valuable experiences in the garden will also include a direct connection to the wider school community as Lower School students open their first Farmer’s Market on Wednesday, October 23 from 7:30  – 9:30 a.m. by the football field house (during Mileage Club).



Lower School classes (not PreK) have planted a variety of fall vegetables that will be ready soon in order to supply the market. Vegetables for sale will include three colors of beans, different varieties of lettuce, radishes, zucchini, herbs, mini-pumpkins and North Georgia apples.



“Students grew and harvested most everything that will be sold,” said Brian Coski, Lower School music


teacher. “They will be involved with setting up and selling the produce too.”



“A seed to harvest goal is the normal goal of a garden program like ours,” said Sally Fikse , Lower School science lab instructor. “Students learn about germination requirements, care, companion planting, and many other topics.   With the market, we are adding the community education and business aspect to it as well.” (cool with the quote)



Coski, Fikse and Jackie Tolford, Lower School Spanish teacher, initially thought of the Farmer’s Market idea as they watched the abundance of produce that was possible.





“It’s just a great way to get kids involved in educating their community about how awesome the garden is,” said Tolford.“We hope to turn this pilot day into many future occurrences.”

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