School Seedlings, a Free Program for Educators Written by NY State Dept. of Environmental Conservation Prev Next Looking to meet Next Generation Science Standards in creative and engaging ways? Whether you’re a teacher or a club leader, DEC's School Seedling Program from the Colonel William F. Fox Memorial Saratoga Tree Nursery is here to help! New York schools and youth organizations can apply to receive 30-50 free tree or shrub seedlings to plant with their students, offering young people an up-close opportunity to participate in conservation while learning about trees and their ecosystem functions! Each school or organization may receive one order per year. Apply online