V E R O N D A - F A L L E T T I R A N C H
2024 WO R K P L A N
FRE E & A F F O RD A B L E PR O G R A M S F O R
C H I LDRE N , Y O UT H & F A M I L I E S
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T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S
2 2023 Highlights
Scope of Work
4 Community Programs
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1 2 Cost Plan
1 About Us
3 A B O U T U S
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P R O V I D E R O F F R E E & L O W - C O S T P R O G R A M S Provides high-quality early childhood education best exemplified by the Montessori Method, and sustainability-minded community & enrichment programs for children and youth. We serve the beautiful communities located in Southern Sonoma County.
operates
C A M P S &
E N R I C H M E N T P R O G R A M S
C O M M U N I T Y E D U C A T I O N ,
W O R K S H O P S &
S P E C I A L E V E N T S
Connects and engages with our young
community members through activities that
focus on environmental sustainability and
Sonoma County’s diverse cultural heritage.
Youth served range from preschoolers to
high schoolers through a range of programs
such as educational field trip programs;
farm, garden & nature educational
workshops; fun events and festivals.
Provides immersive farm and nature-based
learning environment to school-age children.
Programs and camps are hosted in a facility
licensed by the CA Dept. of Health &
Human Services, Community Care Licensing
Division, giving families confidence that
care is provided in a facility that follows
appropriate health and safety measures and
by credentialed teachers with background
clearances and first aid training.
Located at Veronda-Falletti Ranch
1 2 0 2 3 H I G H L I G H T S
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F R E E & A F F O R D A B L E P R O G R A M S
2 NUMBERS AT A GLANCE
5 local preschools
attended regular
monthly field trips
10 children currently
enrolled in early
release enrichment
program
51 children attended
summer camps
442
visitors attended
the Fall Festival
16 wildlife enthusiasts
attended a bird
workshop
10 campers joined us
for the Spring
Campout
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
Relationship established with Thomas Page Elementary, and VerondaFalletti field trip planned for February 2024.
Deepened connections with Cotati’s Recreation Department and community organizations.
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Sandy Loam will undertake the tasks below to enhance public access to Veronda-Falletti Ranch through meaningful farm and nature-focused programs which are free or low-cost.
Ranch managed to ensure safe public access and comfortable experience for visitors, including janitorial services, routine upkeep of facilities, and seasonally-responsive landscape management of Ranch premises and garden on the corner of School St. and West Sierra Ave.
Continuous monitoring and oversight of property.
Vendor and contractor management
Continuing to design, build and maintain farm and garden demonstration areas for the purpose of educating young people and their families on sustainable farming and food production.
Oversight of farm & nature educational and enrichment programs and camps, licensed by the Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Community Care Licensing, including mandated record-keeping, regulatory compliance, community relations, staff and contractor management, student/participant behavioral guidance and parent communication.
Overall management of 2024 Sandy Loam programs, including program development, community relations, staff and contractor management, etc. for the following:
1. Farm and Chicken-Keeping Field Trip Program for Youth
2. Farm Camps (6 summer sessions)
3. Youth Open Ranch Days (5 days)
4. Early Release Enrichment Program
5. Spring Campout
6. Wildlife & Farm-life Workshops (3 total)
7. Cooking Workshops (2 total)
8. Halloween Fall Festival
S C O P E O F W O R K
3 Month Ranch Programs
January
Early Release Enrichment (T & W)
Field Trips (~10)
February
Early Release Enrichment (T & W)
Field Trips (~10)
March
Early Release Enrichment (T & W)
Field Trips (~10)
Open Ranch Youth Day
April
Early Release Enrichment (T & W)
Field Trips (~10)
Spring Wildlife & Farm-life Workshop
Open Ranch Youth Day
May
Early Release Enrichment (T & W)
Field Trips (~10)
Open Ranch Youth Day
Spring Campout
June
Farm Camps - 7 year olds + above
(3 sessions)
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P R O G R A M C A L E N D A R
free &
Affordable
Youth Programs
5 Days p/ Week
Linking Community to
Farms & Nature
Month Ranch Programs
July
Farm Camps - 4 to 6 year olds
(3 sessions)
August
Cooking Workshops (2 sessions)
Open Ranch Youth Day
September
Early Release Enrichment (T & W)
Field Trips (~10)
Open Ranch Youth Day
Summer Wildlife & Farm-life Workshop
October
Early Release Enrichment (T & W)
Field Trips (~10)
Fall Festival
November
Early Release Enrichment (T & W)
Field Trips (~10)
Fall Wildlife & Farm-life Workshop
December Early Release Enrichment (T & W)
C O M M U N I T Y P R O G R A M S
4 F A R M A N D C H I C K E N - K E E P I N G F I E L D
T R I P P R O G R A M F O R Y O U T H
Continued collaboration with local preschool
groups which conduct walking field trips to the
Ranch at no cost: preschoolers and teachers have
regular monthly access to programs, resulting in
relatively stable groups of children receiving
increasingly complex and exciting opportunities to
participate.
Specialized farm and nature curriculum developed
targeted to youth with disabilities or learning
differences.
Expansion of program to include other school
groups and non-profit organizations.
S C O P E O F W O R K
The Field Trip program has been expanded to include broader school-age groups, community school and non-profit groups.
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C O M M U N I T Y P R O G R A M S
5 F A R M C A M P S
S C O P E O F W O R K
In 2024, two additional summer sessions will be added to the schedule due to demand from families! Three sessions will serve children ages 7+ and three additional sessions will serve children 4 to 6 years old. The camps will focus on farm, nature and art activities.
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Each camp session (6 in total) will run from
Monday through Thursday, from 8:30am -
1:30pm.
Camps will be provided in a fully-licensed
facility staffed by teachers.
A robust farm, art and nature-based program
will be planned and implemented. Musical
experiences will be incorporated when
possible.
A culminating art show and party will be
held for campers and their families.
C O M M U N I T Y P R O G R A M S
6 C O M M U N I T Y P R O G R A M S
Y O U T H D A Y S - O P E N R A N C H
Casual farm and art experiences for youth will be provided during 5 special afternoons.
Families love dropping in to explore the ranch and participate in activities.
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S C O P E O F W O R K
5 open ranch days for youth.
Staffing to be provided by Sandy Loam.
Included:
Ice cream, hot cocoa & other treats
Farm and nature based activities
Art stations
7 C O M M U N I T Y P R O G R A M S
E A R L Y R E L E A S E E N R I C H M E N T
A farm, art and nature-based program planned and implemented on every Tuesday and Wednesday that local schools are in session.
Flexible sign-ups, children may attend as many or little days as desired.
Fully licensed facility, with experienced teachers, and health & safety measures in place. "Pay what you can" model, with a $20 minimum fee for a 4 hour program.
Development of partnerships with local school-age groups (PTAs, afterschool groups, etc).
S C O P E O F W O R K
Sandy Loam's Early Release Enrichment Program launched in 2022 as a pilot program that was independently implemented. Today, the program is implemented in partnership with the City of Cotati, and is offered as a "pay what you can" program to keep the program affordable. It is attended by school-aged children on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, which are early release schools days in local school districts. Parents have reassurance that the program is implemented in a safe and licensed facility.
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8 C O M M U N I T Y P R O G R A M S
S P R I N G C A M P O U T
Up to 6 families.
For families with elementary aged
children
Families bring own tent & sleeping
bag, packed dinner, Sandy Loam
provides crafts, hosts a campfire song
circle, cooking activities, and breakfast.
City of Cotati to establish fees or fee
subsidization for participants.
S C O P E O F W O R K
A very special overnight campout will be held at the Ranch to introduce young people and their adults to camping in an accessible and joyous way! Sandy Loam Sustainable Communities | sandyloam.org
9 New programs!
C O M M U N I T Y P R O G R A M S
C L A S S E S & W O R K S H O P S
Farm to Table Cooking Classes (2 Workshops): 6 young people will gather at Sandy Loam to harvest produce at the Ranch and learn how to transform it into tasty bites! Wildlife & Farm-Life Workshops (3 Workshops): Workshops held for up to 14 youth participants and one adult per youth on various topics, including backyard wildlife, chicken keeping, animal care and more!
City of Cotati to establish fees or fee subsidization for participants.
S C O P E O F W O R K
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Special workshops for youth and families will be held to introduce youth to farm, garden and nature topics.
10 C O M M U N I T Y P R O G R A M S
City of Cotati to staff event with 5-6 hosts for day
of event in addition to 3 Sandy Loam event staff.
Hours of Operation: 2 consecutive weekends
Two Fridays: 3:30pm - 6pm
One Saturday: 10am - 3pm
City of Cotati to set price of entry.
Festival features to include:
Pumpkin patch & pumpkin painting
Cut your own flowers & flower arranging
Culinary and beverage experiences for adults
Hay bale pyramid
Corn sensory boxes
Pumpkin bowling
Chicken & animal petting
Crafts
Photo area backdrop
Games: pumpkin toss
"How tall this fall" sign
Hot cider & donuts
Music
F A L L F E S T I V A L
S C O P E O F W O R K
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The Fall Festival will return bigger and better next year! Veronda-Falletti Ranch will turn into a temporary pumpkin patch and flower field with experiences for kids and adults included!
11 C O S T P L A N
2024 Cost Plan - Item Cost Total
General Management Costs - Fixed Fees
Administrator & Program Curator $14,500
Director & Farmer & Lead Teacher @ 85% FTE $64,000
Annual Administration & Marketing Fee $1,225
Subtotal $79,725
Property Management Costs - Estimated Reimbursable Expenses Administrative Costs, Materials & Supplies $5,200
Seasonally-Responsive Landscape Management $16,000
Janitorial Services $5,200
Subtotal $26,400
Program Implementation Costs - Estimated Reimbursable Expenses Assistant Teachers $17,136
Estimated Reimbursable Expenses $5,200
Subtotal $22,336
TOTAL $128,461
Estimated Cost Recovery
Estimate
Revenue
Farm & Chickenkeeping Field Trips n/a
Early Release Enrichment Program $8,000
Summer Camps - 6 Sessions $23,625
Spring Campout $240
Fall Festival $1,800
Youth Workshops $150
Open Ranch Days n/a
TOTAL $33,815
Assistant Teacher Labor Hour Detail Hours
Assistant Counselor - 6 weeks at 28 hours
p/week
168
Summer Camp Teacher
- 16 hours p/week for 3 weeks
- 30 hours p/week for 3 weeks
138
Assistant - Early Release Enrichment 250
Campout Assistant 8
Assistant for 3 Workshops 8
Fall Festival Assistant 30
Open Ranch Days 10
TOTAL 612
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12 Contact
Sandy Loam Sustainable Communities
175 West Sierra Ave.
Cotati, CA 94931
t. 707-664-5347
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