Archive for April, 2009

Misson Primary School in Doncaster, South Yorkshire joined Roots & Shoots: Mission Possible today.

You can see where Misson Primary School is on a map and read about their local environment here.

Harleston CE VA Primary School in Harleston, Norfolk joined Roots & Shoots: Mission Possible today.

You can see where Harleston CE VA Primary School is on a map and read about their local environment here.

Preparations are underway for our event on June 18th. Students at Holland Park school are creating fashion, sculptures and music from recycled materials to be showcased in an evening fashion show event called ‘Recycled’. With the help of the ArtFactory students made a good start to their designs last Friday (see pictures below). Tara Golshan will be judging designs at the event and came along to meet some of the students. Watch this space for more pictures and updates.

P.S If you would like to put on a similar event and need some inspiration I would highly recommend the ArtFactory – contact Lyn MacFarlane: http://www.theartfactory.org.uk/

Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship

Rogerstone Primary is continuously working towards becoming a more sustainable school for all; Education for Sustainable Development and Global Citizenship is always at the forefront of our work.  In September 2006, our new school premises opened.  The building was the first of its kind in Wales; a sustainable school.  When designing the new building the School Council and most importantly, the Eco-Committee played a vital role in the developing and planning of the new school.  The work they put in, as well as the advice from other specialists means our school has a variety of sustainable features.  Two of the main features are: a sedum roof to collect rainwater which is …

Read all of Rogerstone Primary is working towards a better future for all – Mission Update!

Although new to the program they are twinned with a school in Uganda who were one of the first schools to take on the Roots & Shoots project. The staff are visiting the school in a couple of weeks and will discuss working together on Roots & Shoots projects.

What are the awards?
At the end of each school term, the team at Roots & Shoots will be reviewing the Mission Updates and Mission Updates that member schools have been posting about their Roots & Shoots activities. We then give bronze, silver and gold awards to the best projects to commend your hard work. This year, we have introduced two new additional awards categories, The Jane Goodall Award for Individual Endeavour, and Best Photographic Entry.
How do I submit a project entry, has anything changed?
To submit a project for consideration, simply log-in to the Roots & Shoots website and post a story for your school. You can post as many project updates as you wish! You can …

Read all of Roots & Shoots Termly Awards

Stroud College in Stroud, Gloucestershire joined Roots & Shoots: Mission Possible today.

You can see where Stroud College is on a map and read about their local environment here.

Inmans Primary School in Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire joined Roots & Shoots: Mission Possible today.

You can see where Inmans Primary School is on a map and read about their local environment here.

Vernon Terrace Primary School in Northampton, Northamptonshire joined Roots & Shoots: Mission Possible today.

You can see where Vernon Terrace Primary School is on a map and read about their local environment here.

Ashleworth Church of England Primary School in Gloucester, Gloucestershire joined Roots & Shoots: Mission Possible today.

You can see where Ashleworth Church of England Primary School is on a map and read about their local environment here.