BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (WIAT) -- Science class is taking on a new look in Birmingham City Schools.

A first-of-its-kind program in the nation is introducing hydroponic farming technology to eight schools across the district, giving nearly 4,000 students a hands-on way to learn science.

The initiative is a partnership between Birmingham City Schools, Jones Valley Teaching Farm and New York Sun Works. They’ve created classroom greenhouses where students can grow plants and harvest vegetables.

“Hydroponic is a technology to grow plants only using water, not using soil,” said New York Sun Works Executive Director Manuela Zamora. “Students will connect those lessons with the mandated science centers. The model we have in New York has been translated to be used here in Birmingham and follows the sci

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