Database research record2017·United States (Gary, Indianapolis)
Correlating the urban agricultural and academic success. A research project to examine effects of agriculture-based youth programs on high school academic performance
Geneva Rawlins
Urban Farm DB summary
This study aimed to examine how three urban agriculture programs in Gary and Indianapolis, United States, impact high school students' academic performance and future goals. Questionnaires were used to collect qualitative data from program leaders, organizational partners, and upper-class students. Due to low participant levels, there was insufficient data to draw definitive conclusions regarding academic performance. However, the study captured a snapshot of positive attitudes among student participants and identified commonalities among the programs.