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Discover innovative activities and ideas for classroom conservation that integrate seamlessly with the curriculum. This guide covers a variety of projects including water bottle usage tracking, waste audits, and community markets. Learn how to set manageable goals and involve students in hands-on eco-friendly initiatives, such as the Green Team and Walking School Bus. Promote sustainability through practical actions while fostering collaboration among teachers, administrators, and parents. Assess your school’s unique resources to implement lasting environmental programs.
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What can you do at your school? Activities and Ideas for classroom conservation with curriculum links By Andrew Murgatroyd Images from Ontario Eco Schools
Choosing manageable goals • Which activity did you like the best? • How could you incorporate this unit or activity into your school community? • What steps would you need to take to start this program at your school?
Curricular Links • What grade levels would you choose for particular tasks? • What curricular connections can you make?
Specifics • What particularities of your school would lend themselves to the activity you chose? Eg. Proximity to a fresh water source, land for gardening, students requiring service hours • Who are your allies? - Which teachers, administrators, parents, school clubs or student leaders can help you with your project? • What can you do to ensure the longevity of your project?
Make a plan • Spend some time creating a plan of action for your school or community. • Set 3 manageable goals for the school year. • Pick landmark dates for special events. • What actions need to be put into place now to ensure your success?