"Classroom to Canopy" Tree-Planting Program
Hillsborough County, Fla. (April 24, 2025) - Trees play a vital role in communities by protecting from extreme environmental elements.
The Hillsborough County Environmental Science Division is helping three Hillsborough County Public Schools add to their tree canopy through a hands-on educational opportunity in celebration of Arbor Day and Earth Month. The County will educate students on the resilience of trees and how they help mitigate storm surge, absorb stormwater, decrease urban heat, and provide shade to lessen the chances of heat stroke and dehydration.
The three local schools will receive donated trees as part of the County's 2nd Annual "Classroom to Canopy" Tree-Planting. The private events will take place at Frost Elementary, Giunta Middle, and Lamb Elementary in Palm River and Progress Village.
Students will have a chance to assist in the tree planting as the tree's new home is carefully refilled with soil to promote strong, resilient roots.
Note: Members of the media are invited to attend the Giunta Middle and Lamb Elementary School tree-plantings.
Environmental Services Annual Tree Plantings
Who: Hillsborough County Environmental Services and Hillsborough County Public Schools
What: Tree planting events at local schools
When and Where:
- Giunta Middle School, 4202 S. Falkenburg Rd., Riverview, FL 33569
10:45 a.m., Friday, April 25 - Lamb Elementary School, 6274 S. 78th St., Tampa, FL 33619
9 a.m., Monday, April 28