Friday, June 1, 2012

Teaching News

Teaching News


Have a special ‘Green Day’ at your school

Posted: 31 May 2012 10:00 AM PDT

Schools in England are responsible for generating roughly the same amount of greenhouse gas emissions as Birmingham and Manchester put together. This summer schoolchildren and teachers from across the UK are being asked to select a day in June to think about green issues and how their school is responding to the challenge of climate change.  Pupils could undertake a waste audit, put on an eco-fashion show, design a sustainable city or take part in other eco-themed activities.

It is hoped that 'Green Day' will help pupils explore environmental issues as well as acting as a starting point for schools becoming even more sustainable in the future. Visit the official site here and don’t forget to download the Green Day Activity Kit, which contains a huge collection of activity ideas for your school to try on the day.