Hozho Academy

Hozho Academy, a state-authorized charter school, offers an outdoor classroom and greenhouse where students engage in diverse planting and gardening techniques, emphasizing traditional Native gardening practices. This program fosters sustainable stewardship among participants and enhances community awareness of environmentally responsible practices.

Hozho Academy in Gallup, New Mexico intends to integrate a land-based learning initiative through the Hózhó Outdoor Garden Program. The program aims to educate youth about local agriculture, historical traditions, and cultural teachings, thereby fostering a bond with their local environment and identity. The project includes creating an outdoor classroom, conducting field trips to natural sites, and developing an outdoor curriculum incorporating physical activities and reflective questioning. This hands-on approach to learning promotes reciprocity, stewardship, and respect for cultural knowledge. The ultimate goal is to cultivate physically, mentally, and emotionally healthy individuals who appreciate the diversity around them, contributing positively to their community.