WRD Environmental Results Gallery, Environmental Education
St. Francis High School, Mundelein, IL
Client Profile
St. Francis High School is a private Roman Catholic school that supports grades 9-12 and maintains an active enrollment of over 700 coed students. It strives to further spiritual, academic and social excellence in students by helping them to develop the ability to learn, communicate and act as responsible citizens in their communities
Goals
- Collaborate with teachers and other school personnel to create additional outdoor spaces and curriculum enhancements
- Incorporate native plants into the school grounds to increase biodiversity
Sample Results
- A reading garden adjacent to the school’s Learning Center where students interact with the outdoors
- A naturalized detention pond and assistance for school staff in understanding stewardship responsibilities
- A demonstration green roof, planted by students
Learn more about St. Francis High School.
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