Roots & Fruits values the importance of building a community internally and beyond the walls of the school. The children engage in an annual fundraiser for a social justice issue they are passionate about, where they bring their general store outside and sell baked goods to the local community. The children also learn about the importance of giving to others, during the “Giving Season,” or “Holiday Season.” At this time, the children make holiday cards for the youth at Longcreek Development Center who are working on turning their lives around for the better. Community artists and educators have also participated in the curriculum by sharing their culture, music, dance, and stories.

Community Partnerships Include:

Seeds of Peace
Justice in the Body
Maine Development Foundation Leadership Maine Program
Casco Bay High School
Waynflete School
Southern Maine Community College
Jamileh Maine Belly Dancing
Okbari
Little Lad’s
World Affairs Council of Maine
Bayside World Market Festival