The Tree of Knowledge

Pictured above - the Tree of Knowledge is now in it's second phase and we have completed 4 panels. Hand carved tree trunks, a variety of carved wooden animals and almost 200 engraved brass leaves are showcased outside of the Walter P. Travers Multi-Purpose Room at Bogert and Reynolds Schools directly across from the Learning Habitat.

All proceeds from the sale of the tree will go to the continued enhancement and maintenance of the Learning Habitat, built three years ago by the USREF for students in grades K through fifth.  The Habitat provides opportunities for curriculum-based hands on activities in science, math, language, art and social studies. 

Sharon Reissman, VP of fundraising for the USREF, explains, " We want the Learning Habitat to remain as pristine in future years as it was the day we installed it. We'd also like to continue enhancing it as the administration sees fit.  We recently purchased child-sized tools and equipment for the students so they can plant this spring.  The Habitat is a beautiful garden but, more importantly, a classroom where kids can learn by doing.

Leaves and carved animals will continue to be sold.   Order forms are available at the schools or can be downloaded from the website. For more information, e mail Sharon at sharon88@earthlink.net.