Seed Planters
Waterloo, IA

Contact Person: Samantha Deines
Title of Contact: Director

Contact Information:
3251 W. 9th St.
Waterloo, IA 50702
319-433-1300
sam@seedplanters.org

Highlights
Uses a framework of action-oriented and adventure-based learning with an emphasis on building positive relationships
Focus on leadership skills, effective communication skills, teamwork, problem solving, creativity, acceptance of self and others, forgiveness, cooperation, belonging and increasing self-efficacy.
Participants enter into a contract where they agree that they will not engage in put-downs and will be present.
Belonging that takes place during the group activities results in students taking ownership for and pride in their schools and fellow participants
Research shows increased GPAs, increased attendance, lowered dropout rates, and higher scores on standardized testing.

Level
Elementary
Middle/Junior High
High School
Alternative High School

Location
Urban

Funding
Safe and Drug Free Schools and Communities
Allowable Growth for Dropouts and Dropout Prevention
Grants
Local resources

Demographics
Waterloo

Program Features
Outcome data system
Community collaboration
Aggressive outreach
Learning styles/multiple intelligences
Positive approaches to discipline
Personalized planning
Promotes caring relationships
Student voice and leadership
Non-traditional timelines
Innovative academic strategies
Reducing absenteeism