Implementación de la Huerta Escolar Como Estrategia Didáctica y Compilación de Saberes Ancestrales de la Comunidad Educativa de la Institución el Cairo

Abstract

This article explores the impact of the implementation of a school garden at the Cairo Institution, focusing on three key areas: transmission of ancestral knowledge, strengthening of cultural identity and improvement of meaningful learning. Using a qualitative approach based on analyzing observation and field diaries, we documented how the school garden facilitated the transmission of traditional agricultural practices, the use of medicinal plants and seed conservation techniques. The results show a high degree of appropriation of knowledge by the students, an active community participation that strengthened cultural identity and a significant improvement in academic performance and practical skills. At the same time, the relevance of rescuing and preserving the indigenous traditions of Perijá and the Sierra Nevada is highlighted, valuing cultural richness and ancestral knowledge as essential elements for community and educational development. These findings underscore the effectiveness of school gardens as integral educational tools in rural contexts, and the importance of integrating indigenous traditions into education to strengthen cultural identity and promote meaningful learning.