Pasadena Educational Foundation (PEF) invites you to help our community by greening and beautifying the grounds of John Muir Early College Magnet! PEF is a non-profit that is working to achieve excellence and equity in the Pasadena Unified School District. It raises $12 - 15 million dollars a year through grants and donations to support innovative programs in our local public schools.

WHERE:
John Muir Early College Magnet
1905 Lincoln Ave, Pasadena, CA 91103

REPORT TO:
Check in area marked on map with an "x". See map attached. Jill McArthur, PUSD Farm to School Coordinator and Master Gardener, will be leading your service.

MISSION
We're on a mission to green up our school gardens and campuses with native, waterwise plants and gardening methods that will not only make these areas more beautiful, but will have a positive effect on student wellness.

IMPACT
Your volunteer efforts will restore green spaces throughout the campus, benefitting students, pollinators, and the larger community surrounding Muir Early College Magnet. Thanks to your work, students will grow into great environmental stewards for their community, while learning about the importance of biodiversity and food security systems.

VOLUNTEER ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
You will do general garden maintenance that supports native habitat and vegetable beds. No experience necessary!

REQUIREMENTS
Must be comfortable with hands-on physical work (i.e. cleaning, pulling weeds, shoveling, and planting).
Physical demands: Able to lift up to 25 lbs (if not, we will have other things to do for you).
Attire: Wear closed-toe shoes, a hat, long pants and long-sleeve shirts are recommended but not required. Make sure whatever you wear you are okay with it getting dirty! Bring your own gloves or use the ones we provide.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please bring a refillable water bottle.

PARKING
Please see the attached map for parking information.