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Go Green EcoTeam
At the core of a strong EcoSchool is an active group of students and adults. A range of grades makes for a well-rounded team, and involving school principals, teachers, parents, and custodial staff gives students the support they need to succeed.
Staff Appreciation at School
It’s important to acknowledge the great efforts of school staff. This can build support for EcoTeam activities, maintain goodwill, and recognize all the work that staff do to support your EcoSchools program.
Building Skills
Workshops, webinars, and whole school presentations are invaluable ways to add skills and knowledge to your EcoSchools program. Invite both students and staff to participate.
Green Mentors
Both elementary and secondary EcoTeams can benefit from mentorship throughout the school year. It builds strong student leadership, capacity, and a succession plan for future years.
Share Stats and Facts
For long-term impact, it’s important to “think green” by sharing interesting facts, inspiring quotes, and fun quizzes to keep your school engaged in the EcoSchools program.
School Ground Clean-Up Resources
As the winter fades into spring and Earth Day approaches, there are several opportunities to get students outside. It is a perfect time of year to learn about the environment in and around our school grounds and to engage in a meaningful clean-up campaign. Explore Ontario EcoSchools’ School Grounds Clean-Up Kit for helpful tips and […]
EcoAction Challenge Update
Online registration for the EcoAction Challenge 2015 has continued to rise! We are happy to see a range of schools and EcoActions represented from bike to school to reusable water bottle challenges. For schools still considering their involvement, here is a video that may inspire you to sign up, or get a sense of the […]
A Decade of EcoSuccess
There are two schools who have certified with us throughout our 10 year journey: St. Anthony Daniels in Hamilton Wentworth Catholic DSB, and Rosebank Public School in Durham DSB. We want to take a moment to reflect on ten years of their superb environmental efforts.
It’s Certification Season
Celebrate your school’s achievements by sharing your eco-initiatives in your Certification Application, and submit early to avoid slower uploading time (due to the volume of applicants) in the week before April 30th. As an incentive, we are holding an Early Bird Prize draw. If your school completes and submits your online application by Thursday April […]