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Kids Corner

GRE, LSAT, And MCAT with a disability, testing can be even more challenging. In these The type of documentation required will depend on the
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(MCAT) are standardized For students with disabilities, taking a standardized test impacts your ability to take tests under a standard condition,
tests that are used to evaluate can be an especially challenging task. Accommodations and a recommendation for the specific accommodation of
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Children’s Garden Redesigned
For Educational Programs

And Birthday Parties

The Children’s Garden
at The Children’s Museum
of the Treasure Coast
continues to grow and
flourish. Over the years
the Garden Exhibit has
received some unique one-
of-a-kind installations,
including a 12-foot Carrot
Rock Climber, a 30-foot
Squash Slide, and 15-
foot Bronze Bunny. The
museum is super excited to
share a recent renovation Tom Smythe
thanks in big part to
Legacy Donor David Smythe. David’s name lives on
throughout the entire Children’s Garden. David was the
lead donor for the outdoor educational space, contributing
over $200,000 since the garden’s groundbreaking in 2010.
After David’s passing, his son, Tom Smythe, continues
the wonderful relationship with The Children’s Museum.
“My dad always believed that children need enriching
programs that promote health and wellness. He believed
in the Children’s Museum’s mission and he was honored
to lead the charge to see the project thrive and grow, even
after his passing,” says Tom.
Thanks to the generosity, time, and talent donated by
Allgreens Landscaping, ShadeMakers, Bullpen Turf and
David Smythe, the Children’s Garden has a new outdoor
classroom and event space. The beautiful new space
now includes colorful sail shades, vibrant astroturf, and
natural grass beds. This newly renovated space will be
used to welcome students here for field trips, educational
programs, and guest speakers. On weekends the space
hosts outdoor garden birthday parties. It’s a great outdoor
venue with scenic river views for children’s birthday
parties. The event space is now available for birthday
parties and small event rentals.

Tom Smyth, Abraham Breckenridge with Allgreens
Landscaping, Greg Kuklinski with ShadeMakers, and Tammy
Calabria with The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast
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