Our Impact

DSHINES is a comprehensive program offering students access to school gardens, classroom physical activity, nutrition and gardening lessons, quality physical education, after school clubs and family nights. DSHINES by design cultivates a healthy school culture where teachers, students and families are provided with the resources and knowledge needed to adopt lifelong health habits.

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Students Served

Fifteen schools have participated in the DSHINES program, touching the lives of over 9000 students and families.

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Gardens Created

DSHINES has created a total of eight gardens across elementary and middle schools in Dearborn and has another 8 in progress to be completed by Spring 2021.

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Teacher Professional Developments

The D-SHINES staff work with the district and the teachers to provide professional development around physical activity, quality physical education, and nutrition education.