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Ontario EcoSchool certifications earned by 51 SCDSB schools in 2018-19
Published on Jun 17, 2019 11:12
Schools across the Simcoe County District School Board (SCDSB) were awarded 51 Ontario EcoSchools certifications this school year. Fifty-one elementary, secondary and alternative secondary schools achieved varying levels of recognition, up from 44 last year.
This school year, the SCDSB achieved:
- Seven platinum
- Nineteen gold
- Eighteen silver
- Seven bronze
Ontario EcoSchools status is obtained by implementing environmental initiatives within schools, including recycling programs, waste-free lunches, energy conservation programs and school ground greening projects. Certification promotes hands-on actions that students can take to make their schools more environmentally friendly.
EcoSchools certifications and school Green Teams were recognized last week at a celebration at the SCDSB Education Centre.
This initiative links directly to the SCDSB’s Strategic Priorities under the pillars of well-being and community.
Information:
Jessica Kukac, Environmental Systems Coordinator, SCDSB
705-734-6363 x11514
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