Today, we planted more than seeds—we planted possibilities.

Operation Planting Seeds with The Servicemen and the incredible Pre-K 4 classes at Dorothy I. Height Elementary reminded me why early engagement matters so much. In just 45 minutes, more than 40 bright young minds got a chance to dig into the soil, choose their own seeds, and learn that food doesn’t just come from stores—it comes from care, culture, and community.

These kids got their first taste of what it means to grow something real. We talked about what a food desert is, how farmers are everyday heroes, and how African, Indigenous, and immigrant communities shaped the way America grows food today. Every child left with a seed, a planter, and a little more understanding of the world around them.

Later, I sat down with the school’s amazing teachers and staff to discuss Project York—a vision to build sustainable pathways from early education to employment in conservation and community stewardship. We’re planting now so our communities can harvest equity, access, and opportunity for years to come.

Huge thank you to the faculty, families, and of course, the young leaders who made this day unforgettable. Let’s keep watering these seeds—with love, resources, and intention.

Plant a seed, let it grow.
Help our neighbors, help us grow.