2009 Report for St. Martin De Porres

Year

2009

Number of volunteers

92

Total volunteer hours

601

Number of events

4

Number of trees planted

13

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2 musachino zelkova, 1 linden, 3 hawthorn, 1 serviceberry, 1 zelkova serrata, 2 yoshino cherry, 1 american elm, 1 red maple, 1 honeylocust

Number of shrubs planted

3

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2 boxwoods, 1 blue holly

Number of perennials planted

22

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6 loriope, 16 daylilies

Yards compost spread

6.00

Yards mulch spread

3.00

Summary

The team at St. Martin de Porres made an impressive impact on and around the school grounds in their first year as a greenspace site. With the help some eager teenagers from the Hill Youth Action Team (HYAT), the students planted 13 new trees and made numerous other efforts towards greening their site. The students exhibited exceptional teamwork and a positive attitude towards learning about trees and their impact on health and the environment.

Other activity

Kids learned about trees and their environmental benefits.