Forest Hills, NY – Assemblyman Sam Berger (D-Queens) recently attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new NY Sun Works Hydroponic Classroom at Bnos Malka Academy. The innovative classroom, developed in partnership with NY Sun Works, will provide students with hands-on sustainability science and climate education through hydroponic farming technology.

The Hydroponic Classroom introduces students to STEM-based learning experiences that encourage scientific inquiry, environmental awareness, and sustainable agriculture practices. Through interactive lessons and real-world applications, students will have the opportunity to grow produce while learning about nutrition, food systems, and climate science in an engaging educational environment.

“I was proud to attend the ribbon cutting for this new Hydroponic Classroom at Bnos Malka Academy,” said Assemblyman Sam Berger. “Programs like NY Sun Works give students the opportunity to engage directly with science and sustainability in a meaningful and hands-on way. Investing in innovative educational resources like this helps prepare the next generation to think critically about the future of our environment and our communities.”

“At NY Sun Works, we are committed to ensuring that every child in New York City, no matter where they were born or where they go to school, receives a high-quality science education,” said NY Sun Works Executive Director Manuela Zamora. Such support ensures these students can experience the benefits of the hands-on learning approaches which make science accessible, while growing hundreds of pounds of vegetables all year round.”

“The hydroponics lab is more than just a garden, it is a hands-on learning experience for our students, teaching them the meaning of hard work and growth," said Bnos Malka Academy Executive Director, Rabbi Akiva Spingarn. “We thank Sunworks for partnering with us to create opportunities our students will benefit from for years to come.”

School administrators, educators, community leaders, and students attended the ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new classroom and the opportunities it will bring to the school community.