Westminster High School (WHS) recently celebrated its 6th annual Harvest Day, marking a tradition that embodies community spirit and support for those in need. This year's event, held Sept. 29, saw WHS community come together at the WHS Giving Farm where they picked an impressive 14.36 tons of watermelons that were then donated to the OC Food Bank.
The Giving Farm was established more than five years ago on an eightacre expanse at Westminster High School's campus. Students, staff and volunteers united in this endeavor to harvest fresh produce, showcasing their commitment to supporting those facing food insecurities.
Hundreds of students and staff mem-bers actively participated in collecting 28,726 pounds of watermelons. Each row of individuals contributed by picking up watermelons to fill containers for the OC Food Bank.
Principal Amy Sabol emphasized the importance of this annual tradition.
“Our annual Harvest at the WHS Giving Farm is a tradition our students and staff look forward to every year. By incorporating every student on campus in a school wide harvest, we take pride in making an impact on our community through our collaboration with the OC Food Bank.”
The Huntington Beach Union High School District commended the dedication and collaboration of WHS students, staff and volunteers, recognizing the profound impact of this initiative. Deeply integrated with the WHS Future Farmers of America (FFA) program, it offers more than support to the OC Food Bank. It provides a unique educational opportunity, allowing students to gain hands-on experience in agriculture, urban farming and nutrition, aligning with California's rich agricultural heritage.