The purpose of this learning experience is to engage 9th-grade students in a real-world application of mathematical concepts through the design of a sustainable community garden. By collaborating with Manzers Landscape Company, students will explore the practical use of linear inequalities to create functional and inclusive landscape designs. This project fosters critical thinking, creativity, and communication skills as students navigate mathematical modeling and design thinking to meet community needs and regulatory requirements. Through interactive and hands-on activities, students will develop a deeper understanding of how mathematical principles can be applied to solve complex, real-world problems.

Students will develop proficiency in graphing and interpreting linear inequalities, using these skills to create functional landscape designs that meet community needs. They will apply mathematical modeling to real-world scenarios, ensuring their designs are inclusive and comply with local regulations. Through collaboration with peers and community partners, students will enhance their communication skills and gain insights into the socio-emotional aspects of teamwork and feedback.

Students will create a digital portfolio that showcases their landscape designs, integrating interactive graphs and design sketches. This portfolio will include written explanations detailing how they applied linear inequalities to develop a sustainable community garden layout. The final product will demonstrate their understanding of mathematical modeling and compliance with local regulations, ensuring the design is functional and inclusive.

Kick off the project with an 'Interactive Graphing Session' where students dive into digital graphing tools to explore plotting linear inequalities. This session will allow students to experiment with how these graphs translate into real-world landscape boundaries and regions. By visualizing and manipulating these inequalities, students will begin to understand the foundational concepts needed for their landscape design project, setting the stage for deeper engagement and application.

Students will host a 'Landscape Design Expo' where they set up booths to display their landscape models, showcasing their digital portfolios that include interactive graphs and design sketches. During the expo, students will engage with community members and representatives from Manzers Landscape Company, discussing their design process and how they applied linear inequalities to meet community needs and regulations. This event will provide an opportunity for students to articulate their understanding of mathematical concepts and receive feedback from real-world practitioners.