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  • … GROWTH. We commit to remaining curious in how we approach our work. Create and maintain spaces for learning. Test new ideas and are willing to take risks to achieve our vision. Collaborate to … Seek to UNDERSTAND. We seek to understand others from their perspective. Provide opportunities for input and feedback from others. Actively listen to all points of view. Consider individuals’ lived experiences. Advocate for and protect time for reflection especially during times of conflict or confusion. See one …
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  • … practical benefits with aesthetic appeal, the Green Roof Garden also provides an opportunity for research and education, serving as a living laboratory. The Plant Science Center’s Green Roof Garden serves as an outdoor classroom for thousands of Garden visitors annually; the 16,000-square-foot green roof is accessible to the … of plants known as good green roof plants, plus native and exotic plants that have potential for green roof use. Generally, the plants are sun loving, drought tolerant, have a shallow root …
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  • … Laboratories and Equipment Equipped for Research and Education The Daniel F. and Ada L. Rice Plant Conservation Science Center provides sophisticated laboratories for research in a wide array of plant science disciplines, and teaching facilities critical to … habitats by the lab’s specialized microscopes and an automated analyzer. The combined space for the Ecology Laboratory and Population Biology Laboratory is 2,400 square feet. Astellas …
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  • … gains tax on the appreciated value of the stock. Receive a charitable income tax deduction for the full fair market value of the securities (if held for more than one year). Consult your tax advisor regarding your own circumstances. Make a larger … DTC Number: 0226 Account Name: Z66344737 Federal Tax ID (EIN): 36-2225482 Important: For proper acknowledgment and tax receipting, please notify us when you have initiated a …
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  • … The Farwell Landscape Garden displays a cross section of different kinds of gardens suitable for residential settings, and the plants appropriate to these designs. Specialized garden … streamside gardens, an easy-to-grow mixed border, and other small-scale landscaping ideas for Midwest gardens. Tough, low-maintenance, but still quite showy plants have been featured in … through diverse and beautiful settings. These garden tableaus offer home gardeners ideas for shade- and sun-loving plants. … The Farwell Landscape Garden displays a cross section of …
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  • … Alan Age: 15 Grade: 10 School: Cristo Rey St. Martin What are you most interested in/excited for this summer on the farm? Going on field trips and meeting new people What's your favorite … College Prep What's your favorite vegetable? Onions What are you most interested in/excited for this summer on the farm? I look forward to spending some peaceful time just thinking. I get … School What's your favorite vegetable? Strawberries What are you most interested in/excited for this summer on the farm? Growing vegetables What is a fun or surprising fact about you? I am …
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  • … the Skokie Lagoons and the Garden's Dixon Prairie, and will create a larger contiguous space for wildlife, not only for birds but also for dragonflies, butterflies, frogs, and insects—all of which she enjoys observing.   Garden …
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  • … any exceptions to this policy.  Parent Information On the first day of camp, a weekly plan for each camp will be available that lists activities and includes suggestions to help you and … weeks of Winter Break Camp will include the same activities. We do not recommend enrolling for both weeks. Special Needs The Garden is committed to providing accessible experiences for all children. If your child will require special accommodations, please call (847) 835-8361 …
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  • … Garden come to you! Choose from a variety of programs that feature plant topics appropriate for specific grade levels. Meet a Scientist Middle and high school educators: would your students … biology. Send an email with your contact information, grade level, possible dates, and reason for interest. We will contact you to arrange a remote meeting with your class, in English or Spanish, for no charge. Traveling Plant Science Teacher This program is currently on hold.   … Enrich your …
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  • … specializing in government and nonprofit institutions. He has served as lead finance executive for a variety of governments and nonprofits. Rafac is a cum laude graduate in economics from the University of Chicago and holds an MBA from the Booth School of Business. His passion for youth development has included board leadership for the American Youth Soccer Organization, Villaseca Day Care Center, as well as youth chess …
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