When students are involved in their schools, they feel a greater sense of belonging. That is why Vinland Elementary principal, Jeanarta Coe, encouraged teachers and students to get involved in the planting of new trees on their school campus! 

Tree Fresno came out to plant a dozen trees around the field and blacktop at Vinland Elementary. Students helped add the soil and nutrient packs to the trees during the planting process. From this activity, students learned about the benefits of trees and the nutrients, food and water that trees need in order to grow. 

The new trees planted are drought tolerant, fast growing trees that will help provide shade for students during hot summers. The new trees also filter the air and help block out the sounds of the street in front of the school.

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Tree Fresno has been planting trees in several Fresno Unified elementary schools this year due to a grant they received. They will continue to care for the trees and routinely check up on them to make sure they are growing healthy and strong. In January, Roeding Elementary and Thomas Elementary are also scheduled to receive new trees. If you would like to get involved in tree plantings, you can visit their website and sign up as a volunteer: TreeFresno.org