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Collect Curriculum Submissions
Here are some tips on collecting the amazing environmental lessons conducted at your school. This list has been recycled from last year, by popular demand – with some additions! Review the Certification Guide: Before you begin, review the Curriculum section of the 2016-17 Certification Guide for best practices. Let students take the lead: Multiple members […]
(Fund)raise the roof this winter!
While it’s just started to cool down, it’s never too early to start spring planning – especially if you have a project in mind that will require fundraising. Common questions we hear from teachers and staff include: how can we find out what funding opportunities are out there? What organizations can support our greening efforts? […]
Plan ahead: green holidays & New Year’s Resolutions
The holiday break is a great chance to slow down, enjoy quality time with family and friends, and get out into nature. While it can be tempting to buy into the consumerist bent of the holiday season, continue your environmental habits by building in one or more of the following green winter activities into your […]
Climate change in the classroom
Inspiration from other Ecoschools Climate Leadership is Ontario EcoSchools’ focus this year, and certified schools already have a rich tradition of taking climate action. Here are just a few examples from 205-16 that you can use to develop your own learning and actions. The EcoTeam at Leamington District SS (GECDSB) established a partnership with representatives […]
Next steps to certification
Platinum schools, step one – way to go! Thanks to all registered Platinum schools that submitted their Yearly Planners. Keep up the great work and we look forward to seeing the rest of your application in April. Plan Ahead! EcoReview Plan ahead for this essential component of Ontario EcoSchools certification. By Friday, January 27, conduct […]
Burnt Elm PS EcoLeaders bring recycling lessons to every classroom
Waste Minimization is one of the areas where Ontario EcoSchools can make a noticeable difference, whether it is spreading awareness about proper waste sorting, or initiatives like Waste-Free lunches. At Burnt Elm Public School, Grade 5 EcoTeam members have taken on the role of eco-ambassadors by becoming recycling teachers for a day. As a team, they […]
St. Marguerite Bourgeoys Catholic School in Kingston achieves Platinum EcoSchools certification for 3rd year
This year, St. Marguerite Bourgeoys achieved Platinum EcoSchools certification for the third consecutive year and is the only school in the Algonquin and Lakeshore Catholic District School Board (ALCDSB) to have earned this designation. From National Sweater Day to a solar wall, the school has a strong foundation in energy conservation…and beyond!
Climate Change Blog Series – Part 3
What comes next? Priorities for COP22 Read Part 1 and Part 2 of the series. What comes next? Overall, recent media coverage is indicating that the priorities for the 22nd Conference of the Parties (COP22) will be accelerated action and implementation of the Paris Agreement (reached during COP21). What will this entail? Here are some of breakthroughs […]
Climate Leadership Blog Series – Part 2
Canada’s Climate Commitment Part two in a series of three. So what does all this mean for Canada? On October 5, federal Members of Parliament voted 207 to 81 to back the climate change agreement reached in Paris. Under this accord, Canada agrees to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30 per cent from 2005 levels […]