Laurie Borders- Volunteer
Laurie Borders I love being a part of PIA! I enjoy having fun with and helping my friends with activities . For example, creating exciting art projects ,field trips to SeaWorld, cooking, baking ( I’m not afraid to use a knife anymore), working with succulents and doing fun science projects and lessons with Mr.David. It’s […]
Aazlyn Mejia- Student Engagement
Aazlyn Mejia- Student Engagement For me, plant it again is a place I wake up excited to work at. When I look back on my time here, I recall all the wonderful people I work with. Both students and staff collaborate to make our community a lovely place to be. I appreciate the support everyone […]
Ezra Bronwyn Adkins- Student Success/Operations Manager
Ezra Bronwyn Adkins I feel connected to PIA as a holistic space that values the unique humanity of every being and fosters relationships through art, nature and fun. It is rare and wonderful thing to have a workplace that provides stability, accommodation and fulfillment. I hope you share my immense gratitude for this neurodiverse safe […]
Sierra Gruzd – Graphic Design/Student Engagement
Sierra Gruzd I feel proud to be part of Plant It Again because I feel at peace working here and relating with people who are similar to me. This place is very patient and down to earth with staff and students and it’s excellent for everyone to express gratitude and creativity. I am so thankful […]
Emily Shalinsky-Marketing/Student Engagement
Emily Shalinsky I started as a student and now proud to be a part of the staff. I love the connections that are made here and how everyone brings something unique to this space. As an artist myself, I always enjoy seeing the creativity and talent on a daily basis and the passion for helping […]
Dylan Friedkin-Lead Artist/ Plant Dude
Dylan Friedkin I am so proud to be a part of Plant It Again. Helping to maintain a safe and creative space brings me SO much joy. As an artist and an instructor it’s so wonderful to witness everyone’s confidence grow and flourish, including my own.
Linda Borders-Student Engagement
Linda Borders As a parent and board member, I feel honored to be a part of Plant It Again because I love to see the look of accomplishment that comes over our students faces when they achieve something, they may have thought, they could never do! Having a daughter who’s completed the Art and Entrepreneurship […]
Louis Smith- Board Member
LOuis Smith I have worked in service to people with developmental disabilities for over thirty years as both a program coordinator and direct service personnel. I can say without reservation the Plant It Again is a truly innovative program in this service area. From it’s original mission of recycling drought tolerant plants to its current […]
Tsitsi Moyo- Board Member
Tsitsi Moyo When I think about what makes me so fond of Plant It Again I cannot help but think about how I never have a negative experience when I am at Plant it Again. Truly never… and I cannot say that about everywhere I go. In a world and a life that can be […]
Samantha Mejia-Education Director
Samantha Mejia After spending decades in education and social services, I’ve seen how often there’s a big gap between what organizations promise and what people actually experience. Sometimes, it’s made worse by staff who feel worn out and cynical. But when I joined PIA, I was blown away by how much they really care about […]