Hydroponic science is an innovative approach to teaching biology, botany. By growing plants in a soil-free environment using nutrient-rich water, students can gain a hands-on understanding of plant growth, photosynthesis, and nutrient cycles. This approach also offers a unique opportunity to explore the impacts of environmental factors on plant growth, such as light, temperature, and pH. Through hydroponic science, students can develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while learning about sustainable agriculture and environmental conservation. By aligning with Ministry of Education standards, hydroponic science can enhance students' learning experiences, prepare them for success in the 21st century, and fulfill government requirements.

Sustainable entrepreneurship rooted in Jewish tradition offers a unique learning experience for students to develop entrepreneurial thinking and understanding of basic business operations and practices. Through running a hydroponic produce business that focuses on growing leafy greens, herbs, and microgreens, students can gain practical knowledge of pricing, market research, and budgeting, while also learning about ethical business practices and Jewish laws related to food production, distribution, and consumption. This approach not only equips students with essential business skills but also fosters a deeper understanding of the importance of sustainability and social responsibility. By engaging with Jewish traditions, students can explore the values of tikkun olam and bal tashchit, which emphasize repairing the world and minimizing waste, respectively. Through this multidisciplinary approach, students can develop an entrepreneurial mindset while also learning to operate a business in a socially and environmentally responsible way, preparing them to become leaders in the 21st century.

Our Edible Education Program provides a unique opportunity for students to learn about health and nutrition--as they taste the vegetables they raise.  In addition, student have the ability to strengthen math and science skills in a fun and practical way - in the kitchen!  Our program is designed to cater to students of different ages and grades, ensuring that they can understand their changing nutritional needs and how to best address them. This approach fosters an appreciation for healthy food choices and the impact of diet on overall wellbeing. Students are able to see how the nutritional needs of plants relate to their own nutritional needs as to make delicious drinks, meals, side dishes, and desserts with the harvests. This hands-on approach to learning enables students to connect with the food they eat, encouraging a deeper understanding of where food comes from, how it is grown, and how it impacts our health and the environment. Our Edible Education Program equips students with practical skills and knowledge, while fostering a love of learning and a passion for healthy, sustainable living.

StartUpRoots aims to educate and inspire students by providing hands-on thinking challenges that introduce them to different aspects of Jewish tradition. These challenges include exploring topics such as the relevance of trumot and maaserot to food justice, the reason for letting the land rest every seven years amidst a growing food shortage, and laws that are relevant to students in business. To contextualize their learning, students are challenged to run their own microgreen or herb business.

StartUpRoots' photojournalism curriculum is a unique and engaging way to promote thinking and writing skills in students by exploring the growth of plants from seed to compost. By examining and documenting the experiences of the plant, students gain insights into the natural world while also reflecting on their own personal growth. As recent research suggests that plants may have feelings, students can learn to appreciate and understand the interconnectedness of all living beings.

Moreover, as not everyone will pursue a career in science or hydroponic farming, our photojournalism curriculum provides students with an opportunity to develop and express their creative selves through language arts. Daily prompts encourage students to think critically, reflect on their own experiences, and express their ideas through photography and writing. This approach helps to develop students' visual literacy and creativity, as well as their ability to communicate effectively through various mediums. By incorporating photojournalism into our curriculum, students are empowered to express themselves and engage with the world around them in a meaningful way.

StartUpRoots, R.A. ("SUR") is dedicated to addressing social, economic, and environmental issues through its curriculum. Working closely with schools, SUR strives to meet the criteria set forth by the Ministries of Environmental Protection and Education for green school certification. The SUR project involves at least one community other than the school's students and staff members, and includes economic planning for continued operation for at least one year. The project generates revenue or economic savings for the school or target audience, while also helping reduce the use of resources and environmental damage. In addition, it has a lasting impact on the promotion of environmental-pedagogical values in the school's program. The interdisciplinary, experiential, and authentic SUR curriculum aims to engage students in science and technology, develop 21st-century skills, and inspire lifelong learning and a sense of responsibility. The hydroponic farm and teacher training enable teachers to use the farm as a platform for additional lessons, making the curriculum fully customizable, scalable, and adaptable for middle school through high school classes.

Does your school have limited space and budget for physical education. Regular aerobic activity and weight training have been shown to improve physical and mental well-being, and complement healthy dietary practices. Even if a school has limited space and budget for physical education, StartUpRoots can help design athletic activities such as Zumba, Yoga, Simcha Dancing, and Sports that can build cardiovascular health, stamina, strength, and general fitness on a small budget.