ABSTRACT
We believe School in the Park is a unique and bold educational endeavor implemented during a time of shrinking education budgets. Few schools and districts may have access to the resources necessary to operate a program on the scale of School in the Park. However, the practical lessons learned are useful for understanding how community-based learning experiences can enhance educational outcomes for children. In addition, conditions can be created in which students will be motivated, focused, and excited about engaging in challenging learning tasks that most would consider out of their reach.
