Poland school takes learning outdoors

POLAND — Union Elementary School second-graders bounded through the woods for the official opening of their outdoor classroom.

“This is so exciting,” said Indika Torma, 8.

The classes gathered Thursday afternoon for a ribbon-cutting ceremony of the wooded space where pupils learn about nature and enjoy quiet time.

Work on the area behind the school started last year with help from several parents working on weekends to clear the area. Teachers and pupils joined in the preparation effort.

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