Brenda grew up surrounded by apple orchards in the Finger Lakes region of New York. A love of nature and outdoor activities are passions she’s carried along with her through her career in education for 34 years. Having worked as a classroom teacher, administrator, and service-learning director, Brenda’s role as Program Coordinator combines her interests and experience as an educational leader. Plant the Seed’s mission resonates with her love of experiential learning, as well as her commitments to cultivating caring community and practicing environmental sustainability. She brings a joy – and finds joy – in being on the PtS team cultivating wonder