🏆 GiveawayComplete this survey for a chance to win a free garden sponsorship for the school of your choice!
* Winner must also activate the Grady's Garden App alongside the garden sponsorship.
Help Shape the Future of Grady's Classroom
Tell us about your role and your biggest challenges — we'll follow up with something genuinely useful, and you'll be entered to win a free school garden.
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Who Are You? — Start Here
Select the option that best describes you
Your answers will be routed to questions tailored specifically to your perspective — plus you'll be entered into our garden giveaway!
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Teacher
K–6 classroom, PE, health, SEL, or advisory
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School / District Admin
Principal, VP, curriculum coordinator, district staff
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Parent / Guardian
Parent or caregiver of a K–6 student
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Supporter / Donor
Interested in funding or supporting our mission
Please select who you are to continue.
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About You & Your School
Tell us about yourself
This helps us personalize what we send you after the survey.
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Your Teaching Role *
Classroom Teacher
PE / Health Teacher
SEL / School Counselor
Instructional Specialist
Please select your teaching role
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Grade levels you teach (select all that apply)
Kindergarten – 1st
2nd – 3rd
4th – 6th
School-wide
Is your school Title I? *
Yes — we are a Title I school
No
I'm not sure
Please select an option
🌟Title I schools get the Grady's Garden App completely free. Not sure if you qualify? We'll help you find out!
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Your Biggest Challenges
What's standing in the way?
Honest answers help us understand what educators really face — and build something that actually works in your classroom.
Top barriers to teaching nutrition, gardening, or wellness? (select all that apply)
Not enough prep time or planning bandwidth
Too much pressure on core academic subjects
Lack of age-appropriate, engaging materials
Budget constraints for new programs
Limited technology access or devices
Keeping students genuinely engaged with health topics
Getting admin or district buy-in for new tools
Time you could realistically give per week to a supplemental wellness program
Less than 10 minutes
10–20 minutes — Grady's Classroom sweet spot!
20–30 minutes
30+ minutes
Where would you plug Grady's Classroom in? (select all that apply)
Science
Health / PE
SEL / Advisory
ELA / Reading
Morning Meeting
I don't do this yet
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What Matters Most to You
What would make you say "yes"?
Rate how important each would be in a program you'd actually use — 1 is not important, 5 is absolutely essential.
Zero prep required — plug in and go
Not importantAbsolutely essential
Animated episodes & games that genuinely hold K–6 attention
Not importantAbsolutely essential
Impact data and reporting you can show to admin or grant funders
Not importantAbsolutely essential
Aligned to health, science, or SEL standards
Not importantAbsolutely essential
Works on school Chromebooks & iPads — no installation
Not importantAbsolutely essential
Hands-on extensions: tastings, movement breaks, garden activities
Not importantAbsolutely essential
Outcome that would excite you most
Kids genuinely curious and willing to try new vegetables
Measurable gains in nutrition and food knowledge
More movement and physical activity in the school day
SEL growth: mindfulness, self-regulation, and community
Closing health equity gaps for underserved students
How do new digital programs get adopted at your school?
Teachers can choose their own supplemental tools
Admin or principal approval required
District-level curriculum approval required
A curriculum or wellness committee reviews it first
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In Your Own Words
Almost done — your voice matters most here
We read every open-ended response personally. These answers shape everything we build.
Would you be open to a free 20-min demo of the Grady's Garden App?
Yes — I'd love to see it in action!
Maybe — send me more info first
Not right now
How did you hear about Grady's Classroom?
A colleague
Social media
Google search
Conference / PD event
District leadership
Other
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About You & Your District
Tell us about your role
Understanding your position helps us speak to the right integration pathway for your school or district.
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Your Title / Role *
Principal / VP
Assistant Principal
Curriculum Director
Superintendent
District Coordinator
Health / Wellness Director
Please select your role
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How many schools are in your district?
Just 1 school
2 – 5 schools
6 – 20 schools
20+ schools
Do any of your schools qualify as Title I?
Yes — all or most of our schools are Title I
Some of our schools are Title I
No
Not sure
🌟Title I schools receive free access to the Grady's Garden App. We can help you determine eligibility for your district.
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Your Current Wellness Landscape
Where does wellness stand in your district today?
Help us understand the current landscape so we can map the right integration pathway for you.
Does your district currently have a structured nutrition or wellness curriculum? (select all that apply)
Yes — we have a formal district-wide wellness curriculum
It varies — individual schools handle it independently
We have a school garden or outdoor learning initiative
We have a district wellness policy but limited programming
Nothing structured at this time
What are the biggest barriers to adopting a new district-wide wellness program? (select all that apply)
Budget and procurement constraints
Must be aligned to state/federal standards
Technology needs to pass district IT approval
Getting teachers to actually use a new program consistently
Need to see measurable impact data before committing
Academic performance priorities leave little room
Who ultimately decides whether a new program gets adopted in your district?
I have that authority
Superintendent or assistant superintendent
School board approval required
Curriculum or wellness committee reviews first
Individual building principals decide for their school
When is your next budget planning cycle?
Currently in planning
Next quarter
Next school year
Not sure
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Making Integration Happen
How can we work with your district?
We want to make adoption as friction-free as possible. Tell us what a successful partnership would look like from your end.
What would Grady's Classroom need to provide to move forward in your district? (select all that apply)
Published research and impact data from other schools
A standards alignment document (health, science, SEL)
A low-commitment pilot program proposal
IT security and data privacy documentation
Professional development or teacher training support
A clear cost model or grant funding pathway
Materials I can present to school board or leadership team
What would a realistic first step look like for your district?
Pilot at one school first, then expand if it works
District-wide rollout — we go big or go home
Start with our Title I schools, then expand
Start with the Garden Initiative — then add the App
Would you be open to a district partnership conversation with our team?
Yes — I'd welcome a conversation
Send me info and materials first, then we'll talk
Not right now, but keep me informed
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About You & Your Child
Tell us about your family
We're building programs that serve the whole child — and that means supporting parents too. Your perspective is invaluable.
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What grade(s) are your child / children in? (select all that apply)
Kindergarten – 1st
2nd – 3rd
4th – 6th
Multiple grades
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Health & Nutrition at Home
What do you see at home around food and wellness?
Help us understand the real challenges families face — so Grady's Classroom can support the connection between school and home.
What food or nutrition challenges do you face with your child? (select all that apply)
Picky eating — reluctance to try new fruits and vegetables
Limited food and nutrition knowledge (mine or my child's)
Not enough time to prepare healthy meals consistently
Limited access to fresh produce in our area
Too much screen time, not enough movement
Hard to get kids motivated about healthy choices
How much does your child's school currently do around nutrition and health education?
Quite a bit — it's a priority at our school
Some, but not consistently
Very little that I'm aware of
I honestly don't know
Have you noticed your child talking about food, plants, or nutrition after school?
Yes — regularly!
Occasionally
Rarely or never
We're new to this school
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How Grady's Classroom Can Help You
What would be most helpful for you as a parent?
We're developing family-facing resources and want to make sure we're building the right things. Your honest input shapes what we create.
What resources would help you most at home? (select all that apply)
Simple, kid-friendly healthy recipes to try at home
At-home activity guides that extend what kids learn at school
A starter guide to growing even a small garden at home
Access to the Grady's Garden App at home for my child
Practical nutrition tips for busy families
Updates on what my child is learning in Grady's Classroom
If Grady's Classroom came to your child's school, how would you want to be involved?
I'd love to volunteer or help in the classroom
Just keep me informed about what my child is learning
Send me activities to reinforce lessons at home
I'd advocate with the school/PTA to bring it in
How did you hear about Grady's Classroom?
My child's school
Social media
A friend or family member
Google / web search
Community event
Other
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About You
Tell us a little about yourself
We want to make sure we give you the information that's most relevant to your giving interests.
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What best describes your connection to education or nutrition? (select all that apply)
Parent or grandparent
Educator or school staff
Healthcare or nutrition professional
Business or foundation leader
Community or civic leader
Passionate individual supporter
Have you donated to nonprofits focused on children's health or education before?
Yes — I give to this type of cause regularly
Yes — occasionally when something resonates
Grady's Classroom would be my first in this area
Still exploring — just learning about the organization
How did you first hear about Grady's Classroom?
A colleague or peer
Social media
Google / web search
Event or conference
News or press coverage
Other
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What Matters When You Give
What makes a nonprofit worth supporting?
We take donor trust seriously. Tell us what you need to feel confident about a giving decision.
What factors matter most when you evaluate a nonprofit? (select all that apply)
Documented, measurable outcomes and impact data
A clear, focused mission I personally connect with
Financial transparency — how funds are used
Scale and reach — how many children are affected
Innovative, technology-forward approach
Explicit focus on equity and underserved communities
Strong, credible leadership team
Rate how important each is in your giving decision (1 = not important, 5 = essential)
Documented research showing kids actually learn and change behavior
Not importantEssential
Program designed specifically for underserved or Title I schools
Not importantEssential
A technology-first, scalable delivery model (not limited by geography)
Not importantEssential
Connection to a physical, tangible outcome (like a real school garden)
Not importantEssential
What level of giving are you considering?
Under $100
$100 – $500
$500 – $2,500
$2,500 or more (sponsorship / major gift)
Still exploring — not sure yet
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Getting You the Right Information
What would make you confident to give?
We want to earn your trust — not just ask for it. Tell us what questions you still have and what information would help most.
What questions would you want answered before donating? (select all that apply)
What measurable outcomes have you achieved so far?
Exactly how will my donation be used?
How many children and schools are you reaching?
What's your long-term sustainability plan?
Can I see your financial statements or Form 990?
Who leads this organization and what are their credentials?
Are there naming / recognition opportunities for larger gifts?
Would you like to speak with someone from our team?
Yes — I'd welcome a conversation
Send me materials first, then I'll decide
Just add me to your newsletter for now
Not right now
💚 Grady's Classroom is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit — all donations are tax-deductible. We're happy to provide documentation and impact reports upon request.
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Thank you — you've been entered to win!
🏆 The Prize: A Free School Garden Sponsorship
One winner will receive a free Grady's Classroom Garden Initiative starter kit for the school of their choice.
* The winning school must also activate the Grady's Garden App alongside the garden sponsorship.
Your responses help us build programs that actually work for real educators, families, and supporters. We'll be in touch within 1–2 business days.