A year working the land before and during school

A year working the land before and during school

The idea of including practical work required to sustainably grow food, build shelter, and think about through the full cost of these activities could provide many benefits.

"Imagine a cohort of young people who had gained a real insight into where food came from. Who had learned to respect the land. Who had worked with a common goal. Imagine the power these young people would have, the self-awareness as well as the skills." 

Source article: Guardian - What if all students spent a year working the land before university?