The Fairchild Challenge fosters interest in the environment by encouraging students to appreciate the beauty and value of nature, develop critical-thinking skills, understand the need for biodiversity and conservation, tap community resources, become actively engaged citizens, and recognize that individuals make the difference.

This free annual program sponsors multidisciplinary competitions aligned with Sunshine State Standards benchmarks for grades PreK-12. As part of the program, schools can create pine rockland gardens. 

School Gardens in the Connect to Protect Network 

Teacher Professional Development

If you are ready to join the Connect to Protect Network or would like more information, please contact Joyce Maschinski at jmaschinski@fairchildgarden.org  or 305-667-1651 X 3416.