Driftwood Middle School Gets a Jumpstart on Earth Day Thanks to the Miami HEAT
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WHO:
Broward School Board Members;\u00a0Miami HEAT Legends, Dancers and Burnie the Mascot; and Driftwood Middle School Students, Teachers and Administrators<\/p>\n
WHAT:
In advance of Earth Day, the Miami HEAT is enhancing the outdoor learning laboratory at Driftwood Middle School while encouraging environmental awareness and engagement through ongoing experiential learning opportunities.\u00a0The Miami HEAT will donate 100 plants for a new butterfly garden, 15 garden beds to expand the school\u2019s existing vegetable garden, eight hydroponic systems and a nature-themed mural.\u00a0The celebration kicks off with a special pep rally for students.\u00a0<\/p>\n
WHEN:
Thursday, April 9, 2026
1:30 p.m. (HEAT Pep Rally followed by garden activities)\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0<\/p>\n
WHERE:
Driftwood Middle School
2751 N. 70th\u00a0Terrace
Hollywood, FL 33024<\/p>\n
WHY:
The resources provided by the Miami HEAT aim to strengthen Driftwood Middle School\u2019s already award-winning environmental programs and curriculum.<\/p>\n
Driftwood Middle School\u2019s commitment to hands-on environmental education, student wellness, energy reduction and student leadership has earned the school numerous honors. These include designation as a U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon School, recognition from the National Wildlife Federation as a Green Flag Award winner, a Florida Gold Apple Award, and a past winner of the Miami HEAT\u2019s annual \u201cHow Low Can You Go\u201d challenge, which encourages schools to reduce energy and water consumption throughout the school year.<\/p>\n
In addition, Driftwood Middle School was named a 2026 Magnet School of Excellence by Magnet Schools of America for its Frank C. Campana Academy of Health and Wellness.<\/p>\n
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