| Submitted by Dan Cosgrove
After spending hours in the classroom learning everything from drainage concerns to how and why to take soil samples, to
various types of plants, and even why someone should landscape their property, it was time to move outside and put all that
knowledge to work.
One of the highlights of the program was when instructor Susan Carpenter took the class outside to discuss landscaping
possibilities for the school. Students were encouraged to share ideas and a brainstorming session came up with some
wonderful concepts, including a native West Virginia bed of indigenous plants. Another design included adding a walking
path between two segments of the parking lot to allow staff and students to make a continuous loop as part of an ongoing
walking program at the school. Both designs were accepted and work has started to make them a reality.
Susan Carpenter ensures a new maple tree will last for many years while Deb Mace and Tracy Lancaster shape the rest
of the bed
Chris Neely lends a helping hand
Preschooler Kurtis Neely will be able to take special pride, knowing the important
part he played in making his school a better place
A new flower bed adjoins the walking path
"Hey, is that cheating?" "No, that's working smarter!"
A special thanks to Billie Houchin for hauling in tons of dirt and the use of his back hoe. We also want to thank the other landscaping students and family members who helped | 
