The Baltimore City Public Schools Farm to School (F2S) program promotes experiential education that connects students to nature and food systems. In every grade band, our programs and services focus on three core areas: (1) food education for lifelong healthy habits, (2) nature-based exploration for wholeness and academic enrichment, (3) food system engagement for active citizenship, leadership development, and career skills. Reflecting on the priorities outlined in the City Schools Blueprint for Success, meaningful F2S experiences are transformative for students’ academic success and their social, emotional, and physical wellness. Additionally, they empower youth to understand, engage with, and co-create their food system in ways that can improve food security and sovereignty while also preparing youth to be systems thinkers and social changemakers.

With 33 acres of forests, fields, a stream, greenhouses, and a barn full of animals, Great Kids Farm (GKF) is a hub for hands-on farm-to-school opportunities. Baltimore City Public Schools Food & Nutrition Services owns and operates GKF.

The Farm to School team is proud to be a FoodCorps site! Since Fall 2023, we have hosted FoodCorps service members who expand food systems education throughout City Schools -- on the farm, in school gardens, and in classrooms across the district.

Click here for this year's job description and to learn more about applying. If you have any questions, please email the GKF Team.