Allentuck Landscaping Co. News – March 28, 2016

Welcome Back Breakfast

Although our staff had been back and actively working for a few weeks, we officially welcomed everyone back with a breakfast of egg, sausage and cheese burritos expertly prepared by Bruce and Tim. One thing about working with such fine people is that it is always fun to kick back and just hang out sometimes. It is going to be a great year!

Lessons From Landscaping – Help. Ask For It

Our leadership team has spent the last month reading and discussing Creating Magic: 10 Common Sense Leadership Strategies From A Life At Disney by Lee Cockerell. In his book, Mr. Cockerell chronicles lessons he learned regarding customer service, employee engagement and striving for excellence during his tenures at Disney and Marriott, two companies that excel at those three functions. It has been an excellent read.

I have often wondered if the books we read actually sink into my team’s brains. My concerns were dispelled this week.

Gardens for Grade School Grants Update

With just a few days left for voting, there has been a ton of activity. We are very much looking forward to awarding our first ever Gardens for Grade School Grant this Thursday, March 31, 2016.

Here are the current standings:

East Silver Spring Elementary School in Silver Spring, MD – 242 votes

Rock View Elementary School in Kensington, MD – 201 Votes
Ronald McNair Elementary School in Germantown, MD – 122 votes
Rosemont Elementary School in Gaithersburg, MD- 45 votes
Dufief Elementary School in North Potomac, MD – 42 votes
Fallsmead Elementary School in Rockville, MD – 29 vote
Rachel Carson Elementary in Gaithersburg, MD – 1 votes
Barnesville School of Arts & Sciences in Barnesville, MD – 8 Votes

Nominate/vote at https://tinyurl.com/gvos343 (Click on the Gallery button)

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What’s Blooming Now in Montgomery County, MD Now?

It really is just a spectacular time of the yer. There is color everywhere you look. Here are some photos taken from our own gardens this week. Enjoy!

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Allentuck Landscaping Co. News – March 28, 2016