SAN ANTONIO (Oct. 2, 2025) – San Antonio Independent School District (SAISD), Gardopia Gardens, United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County are partnering to celebrate the launch of “Math in the Garden,” a new learning program that brings math to life through gardening for students at the Young Women’s Leadership Academy: Primary.
The “Math in the Garden” program helps students strengthen their math skills through hands-on, real-world applications in a garden and urban farm setting. By measuring plant growth, calculating garden bed areas, analyzing patterns in nature and applying problem-solving strategies, students see how math connects to everyday life. The program also helps students and their families have no-cost access to fresh organic fruits and vegetables, supporting healthier lifestyles while building confidence and academic growth through meaningful learning experiences.
Students at the Young Women’s Leadership Academy: Primary will improve their math-skills in exciting, engaging and tactile ways outdoors with plants thanks to the addition of this United Way funded program run by Gardopia Gardens, a local nonprofit that aims to make our community healthier through garden-based learning.
WHAT: The launch of the “Math in the Garden” program at Young Women’s Leadership Academy: Primary, with interactive demonstrations of the program available for families and media.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025
9 a.m. Program
10 a.m. Tours of the gardens
WHERE: Young Women’s Leadership Academy: Primary, 401 Berkshire, San Antonio, TX 78210
About United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County
United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County launched its first campaign in 1940 and has grown into the largest private investor in health and human services programs in San Antonio and Bexar County. United Way focuses on preparing children for school and life, helping students graduate and succeed, strengthening the well-being of individuals and families, and providing safety net services. United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County also operates the 2-1-1 Helpline, Mission United and fosters volunteerism through the Volunteer Center at United Way. Check our newsroom online for more United Way news.
About Gardopia Gardens
Gardopia Gardens is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in San Antonio, Texas. Our mission is to grow healthy communities through garden-based learning, with a vision of cultivating a sustainable society empowered to lead healthy lifestyles. Since 2015, Gardopia Gardens has partnered with schools, community organizations, and businesses to provide hands-on educational programs, resources, and tools that improve health, food security, and environmental stewardship. Today, Gardopia supports more than 75 educational sites and reaches over 28,000 children and families annually.
About Young Women’s Leadership Academy: Primary
The Young Women’s Leadership Academy: Primary (YWLA Primary), part of San Antonio ISD, is a single-gender, STEAM-focused elementary school serving grades Pre-K through 5. Our Blue Jay community is committed to preparing every student to be fearless learners and leaders through a rigorous academic program, enriched with Project-Based Learning, AVID strategies, and STEAM experiences. With a focus on social-emotional learning, leadership development, and college and career readiness, YWLA Primary empowers girls to dream boldly, think critically, and develop the confidence to soar into future success.
About SAISD
San Antonio ISD is an inclusive familia as diverse and historically rich as the city whose name it shares. As San Antonio’s founding school district, SAISD neighborhood schools have served the heart of the Alamo City for more than 125 years. Today, SAISD serves approximately 44,000 students across more than 80 schools in our culturally proud, urban community. The district offers a wide variety of programs, including dual language, Montessori, International Baccalaureate, early college high schools and other career exploration pathways. Along with traditional school models, it also offers academies comprising of non-traditional grade ranges, including Pre-K through eighth grade. For more information, visit www.saisd.net.