The Children's Guild continually strives to offer programs and services to meet the varied needs of children throughout Maryland. This section is dedicated to highlighting programs and initiatives that illustrate the many ways that The Children's Guild is making the impossible possible for the children it serves.
Urban Farming Initiative
Soil and Brussels Sprouts Teach Wellness at The Children's Guild
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While growing childhood obesity and nutritional awareness have prompted Maryland schools to improve the health benefits of school meals by offering locally grown food, The Children's Guild goes a step further: students are growing their own food on campuses and learning to prepare it themselves. Read more about the Urban Farming Initiative. |
Collaborative Music Program
Tapping Students' Creativity and Developing Their Independence
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One morning in May, students, faculty and administrators at the Guild's Baltimore campus gathered for an all-school assembly. The excitement and exuberance of the students as they found their seats were clues this was not your run-of-the-mill school assemblies. This assembly was a showcase of the talent of the students at The Guild and, more importantly, a visual and auditory illustration of the impact the music program has on faculty, administrators and students alike. Read more about the Collaborative Music Program.
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Outdoor Classrooms
Outdoor Classrooms Shed Light on Creative Learning
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The concepts behind the two outdoor classrooms on the Prince George's County campus drew inspiration from both fictional and non-fictional characters as well as Dr. Seuss in conceptualizing the classrooms. Read more about Outdoor Classrooms.
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Monarch Academy
Monarch Academy Parent Watches her Children Transform
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For Mari Luce Fernández, the decision to send her two daughters—ages 11 and 7—to Monarch Academy was based on several factors including the innovative learning approach and the school's rich learning environment. Mari Luce has seen a wonderful transformation in both of her daughters since attending Monarch Academy. Read more about Monarch Academy and their story.
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