Congratulations to our middle school/high school science teacher, Mrs. Ihms (who also is my wife). She was one of eight grant recipients of a Valley Forward Earth Fest Education Grant.
Mrs. Ihms and a group of her high school students spend time twice a month supporting a biologist with the Gilbert Riparian Preserve in observing pollinators (bees and butterflies). The data they collect will be used to educate the community on native plants.
The grant money will be used to assist the young scientists in their observations out in the field.
Valley Forward is celebrating its 40th anniversary and describes itself as a “membership driven civic organization that brings business and community leaders together to convene thoughtful public dialogue on regional issues and to improved the environment and quality of life in Valley communities.”
The Gilbert Riparian Preserve exists to promote natural resources and to focus on important environmental issues in Arizona.
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