More than 30 high school students have jumped on board to help beautify Virginia Institute's greenspace by planting herbs and vegetables as part of a joint project with the City of Playford.
Students of Craigmore House at Trinity College Blakeview utilised its Service Day to take part in a project where students and Council came together to rejuvenate the historic building's four garden beds with plants and vibrant artwork.
Prior to the day, the students decided the garden bed design and determined which plants would feature in the revamped space.
Students also brought their creativity to the Service Day and painted four designs to feature on the planter boxes. The designs are a nod to Virginia's history and its modern-day progression into a thriving community in the City of Playford.
The revamped space is another step toward Virginia's revitalisation as its population continues to grow and Playford Mayor Glenn Docherty is pleased to see young people embracing community service and giving back to this growing community.
"It is brilliant to see smiling young faces so happy to get their hands dirty. The students' participation has a big impact, not only just today but the legacy it leaves behind for future generations," Mayor Docherty said.
"Virginia Institute has established itself deeply as a place of rich historic and present importance and it is increasingly becoming popular as a place to hire by the community, so it is wonderful to see this new addition to the outdoor space.
"Here in the City of Playford, we truly value local schools choosing to undertake a Service Day in our community. It makes a positive difference to those who live, work and play in Playford."
Trinity College student and Craigmore House captain Oly Smedley was on-deck to help rejuvenate the community space and believes helping local communities is a way to showcase the school's commitment to maintaining a positive culture and spirit.
"There is so much support from many communities to help our school thrive and the Virginia community has supported our school a lot," Oly said.
"Our school's culture and spirit is something we are proud of and I am glad we are able to bring it into the wider community."
As part of the shared project, members of the Rural and Culturally Linguistically Diverse Program (a program connected to Council's Grenville Hub) will help to maintain the planter boxes by watering the growing produce each week.
