Rincon Rotary Funds Shade at Agua Caliente Elementary School

The Rincon Rotary Club is excited to announce the completion of a significant project funded through its Rotary LOCAL (Local Organizations Can Affect Learning) program. A grant has been awarded and used to construct a shade structure for the garden at Agua Caliente Elementary School.

This project was initiated after the school's garden area was demolished due to the replacement of septic lines. With the rebuild, not only was the garden area expanded, but it now includes a new shade structure, enhancing the space for outdoor learning and activities. This development is particularly beneficial for the nearly 500 elementary students and high school JTED students, offering a comfortable and practical outdoor learning environment, even in Tucson's intense sun.

The Rotary LOCAL program, a cornerstone of the Rincon Rotary Club's community outreach, emphasizes supporting educational initiatives in the Tucson area. This program is known for providing essential items and services that facilitate learning and community engagement. Funded primarily by their annual fundraiser, the Taste of Chocolate, Rotary LOCAL prioritizes grants that benefit schools widely and make use of local resources. Proposals are encouraged to be creative and to articulate how they will contribute to building a stronger community through education.

The shade structure project perfectly aligns with Rotary LOCAL's mission of enhancing educational experiences. It not only creates a better environment for students but also integrates agricultural skills, nature appreciation, and community service into the curriculum. The involvement of high school students in the construction of the shade structure further exemplifies the program's commitment to hands-on learning and skill development.

This success story is one among many facilitated by the Rotary LOCAL program, reflecting its dedication to improving local communities through educational outreach. The program, open to educators in the Tucson area, welcomes applications for grants that can provide resources, manpower, and in some cases, direct financial support.

For more information on the Rotary LOCAL program and to apply for a grant, please visit rotarylocal.org. The Rincon Rotary Club remains committed to fostering educational excellence and community involvement through such impactful projects.

About Rincon Rotary and Rotary LOCAL:

Rincon Rotary Club, part of the global Rotary network, focuses on community service with a particular emphasis on educational projects. The Rotary LOCAL program, an initiative of the Rincon Rotary Club, aims to improve local communities through educational outreach. It offers support to teachers and educators in the form of manpower, resources, and financial assistance, depending on the needs of the project. The program is celebrated for its numerous successful projects, including the recent construction of a shade structure at a local school garden, which showcases its commitment to enhancing learning environments and community engagement.

For further information, please visit the Rincon Rotary Club's website at rinconrotary.org and the Rotary LOCAL program's website at rotarylocal.org.