• Fellows will get to know each other through virtual team building activities.
• Fellows will learn about local environmental issues and plant science topics and will choose one to focus on for the duration of the program.  
• Fellows will work through the Design Thinking Method to create an action plan that each individual student can carry out in their own community following social distancing safety guidelines, or virtually through an approved platform.

Community Involvement:

• Fellows will individually carry out the plan they created during the Fellows meetings between February and April.
• Fellows will present to one of their community groups (school, church, etc.) about their experience in environmental stewardship throughout high school and experience with the fellowship. This presentation may be done virtually.
• In early May, fellows will debrief about their experience with their community and will share their experience with Garden staff and invited guests in a virtual Zoom meeting.

To apply:

1. Complete application, highlighting:
   • Previous work in at least at least two of the following environmental component areas during high school tenure:
     • Research
     • Restoration
     • Education
     • Advocacy
     • Sustainability
     • Nature immersion
   • Future plans in an environmental or plant science career or how your passion for the environment plays a role in your life.
     Application Form
2. Have two (2) references who are familiar with applicant's work in environmental stewardship fill out reference form. References can be community members and/or teachers, but cannot include family members. You must provide the email addresses for references at time of application submission.
   Reference Form