EGHS Students Get Their Hands Dirty

During the EGHS advisory period, from 10:15 to 11:18 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 17, students from all grades flocked to Avenger Drive with a single purpose in mind: planting flower blubs. And plant they did.

Sponsored by the EGHS Student Council with help from the Environmental Club, over 3,000 daffodil bulbs were purchased, with the intent beautifying Avenger Drive. Come spring, that stretch of roadway will no longer be the barren stretch of road we're all so used to, but rather covered on both sides with beautiful daffodil blooms.

Under sunny skies and with crisp air around us, EGHS students and staff (and even some parents) enjoyed the hour outside.

"It was a nice change to what we usually do with our hour of advisory," said junior Kyra Benavent, "I liked being able to get outside."  

This hour of advisory is typically spent as a quasi study hall – completing homework, visiting teachers or meeting with advisors – making this period very unique.  

"It was very rewarding to see so many students, faculty and parents participate in our initiative," said Student Council advisor Nicholas Rath. "Student Council was excited to create this school spirit project to promote school pride and increase environmental awareness."  

I think it's safe to say that goal was accomplished.

Paige Smith is a junior at East Greenwich High School.