PCC Sylvania Environmental Center

01/28/2026

Rain Building Roots at the Garden | Learning Garden Newsletter -

Sylvania CC Mall Entrance Join us for a hands-on mason bee cleanup and help support pollinator health on campus. These gentle, native bees play a huge role in keeping our gardens and green spaces thriving. You’ll learn about their life cycle, help clean cocoons to remove mites, and make a small be...

01/13/2026

Grow with us this winter term 🪴| Learning Garden Newsletter -

Mason bees are some of the most effective pollinators on our campus, quietly supporting the gardens and green spaces that make PCC feel alive. Native to this region they are gentle, solitary bees that pollinate far more efficiently than honeybees, helping flowers, fruits and vegetables thrive. Just....

11/25/2025

No produce this week | Learning Garden Newsletter Quick Update -

10/13/2025

Cooler days, cozy veggies | Learning Garden Newsletter -

Tuesday October 14th at the Sylvania Learning Garden 11am to 1pm (Majority of the event takes place in the CC building by the main entrance but we are starting in the garden)  Are you interested in food sovereignty? Gardening? Learning a new skill? Or maybe just saving some money at the grocery sto...

09/24/2025

See what's sprouting in the Learning Garden this fall! 🍁 | Learning Garden Newsletter -

Crisp mornings, warm afternoons, and a burst of color, late September is the perfect time to enjoy the season. The Learning Garden is shifting from summer abundance to autumn harvest, with greens, root veggies and herbs ready for picking. Volunteers are helping tuck in new fall crops while clearing...

07/14/2025

Produce Update! | E-Center Newsletter -

Oregon white oaks (Quercus garryana) are uniquely adapted to the Pacific Northwest’s dry summers. Their deep roots help them access water far below the surface and their thick bark protects them from wildfires. These trees support over 200 species of birds, insects and mammals from acorn woodpe...

06/19/2025

*CORRECTION* Start Your Summer Term the Sustainable Way | E-Center Newsletter -

06/18/2025

Start Your Summer Term the Sustainable Way | E-Center Newsletter -

Oregon summers mean dry weather, wildfire season and higher energy use but small choices can make a big impact. Help reduce strain on the grid by unplugging devices when not in use and closing blinds during hot afternoons. If you’re heading outdoors, check fire restrictions before camping or hik...

05/27/2025

Lettuce Gather: New spring Highlights You Don’t Wanna Miss | E-Center Newsletter -

The Portland Public Schools Climate Crisis Response Committee is seeking community and student members to help guide climate policy implementation. No professional background needed, lived experience matters. Applications are due June 6. Apply as a Student Representative. Apply as a Community Memb...

04/23/2025

Get Your Hands Dirty (In a Good Way) This Earth Week | E-Center Newsletter -

Join us April 21–24 for Earth Week celebrations across PCC campuses! Each day features sustainability resources, activities and local partners.

04/04/2025

Spring-Term has Sprung | E-Center Newsletter -

The PCC SE Learning Garden is partnering with APANO and Friends of Trees to install fruit trees and educational signage that will honor the legacy of Japanese Farmers of East Portland and we would love your presence. Come be a part of this community project, help plant a tree, have some snacks and c...

03/12/2025

It’s a Moss-terious World in a Jar! | E-Center Newsletter -

Portland’s damp, temperate climate makes it a haven for a variety of moss species, occupying anywhere from sidewalks to forests. Commonly found in the city are Oregon beaked moss (Kindbergia oregana), which drapes over tree trunks and logs and step moss (Hylocomium splendens), recognizable by it...