The Environmental Stem Class and Science Club got the amazing opportunity to go to the Philadelphia Flower Show. On March 4th, 2025, the students went to research the stem garden and to learn more research for environmental skills.
This is the oldest and largest flow exhibit in the USA. Obviously this was a great trip so what did the students see on the trip? Let’s find out!
What were the students’ first impressions of the Philadelphia Flower Show?
“My first impression when I walked into the flower show was that it was very large, it had a lot of plants and there was a lot of creativity that was used” stated by Alvin, Environmental Stem student.
This trip was said to have an educational impact, so what did they learn?
8th grade student, Cassandra explained, “I learned about the different kinds of flowers they had there, and I acknowledged how beautiful the natural things on this Earth really are.”
“In general, being with my friends and experiencing it together was a highlight. My favorite was making flower bouquets with my friends and taking photos.”
Everything there was very visually pleasing as we know, so what did the students see at the Flower Show?
Flowers were hanging from the ceiling and a bunch of different types and unique plants. I also went to a bunch of shops.” stated STEM student, Kaheel Wakins.
The students were not the only ones who enjoyed the show. The chaperones had a great time, too!
“This was my first time at the Flower Show. The displays were absolutely stunning. I have to say, my favorite thing was watching our students experience everything. They truly had an amazing time and seemed to learn a lot!” described Mrs. Irvin, a teacher and chaperone on the trip.
Cassandra added, “I loved it, I got to see a lot of beautiful flowers and taste amazing foods like matcha and honey, I loved the memories I made with my friends and my teachers.”
The Flower Show was a great success for all the students that attended. The students had a fun time while also learning about flowers.
