The garden was designed, constructed, and maintained by students, staff, and parents of Northern Elementary with the guidance of the school's counselor. The garden was the first of several areas that will be developed on the grounds of Northern Elementary School for the use of integrating environmental education into all curriculum areas. Northern's special area teachers work together to provide Movement Education for students in second grade through fifth grade. The students also receive specialized instruction in art and technology. Extracurricular activities include after school chorus, 4-H, conservation, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Brownies, and an academic team.
All students take part in music programs held throughout the school year.