Go Green: Central Manitoulin Public School receives sustainability grant

Central Manitoulin Public School in Mindemoya has received a grant from Learning for a Sustainable Future to promote sustainability. The school’s Go Green Club is using the funds to provide each student with their very own stainless steel water bottle, including back row, from left, Christine Cranston, Dakota Legge, Hannah Hutchinson, Roxanna Rojas-Brizuela, Jary White, Kaelyn Moore Laura Brown and Skyler Danville and, front row, from left, Hailey Leblanc, Grace Duncanson, Brynn Kiley and Carissa Holliday.

Central Manitoulin Public School in Mindemoya has received $1,000 from Learning for a Sustainable Future to promote sustainability. The school’s Go Green Club is using the funds to provide each student with their very own stainless steel water bottle.

“We are grateful to Learning for a Sustainable Future for making this initiative possible,” said Principal Tracey Chapman. “We want to limit the use of disposable water bottles, drink containers and tetra packs in lunches.” She added: “Education is a key component of this initiative, as we build awareness about the importance of protecting and preserving the planet.”

Under the leadership of teacher advisor Robin Duncanson, the Go Green Club has presented workshops to all classes on the advantages of using the new reusable water bottles. Students are also talking to their peers about the health and environmental impact of plastic water bottles and have made posters encouraging students to use their new water bottles.

"Bottles have the school logo on them, so students are really excited about this Go Green initiative,” said Principal Chapman. “Being actively involved and making a difference has helped build confidence and leadership skills in our students.  It has also made them feel good about themselves because they are doing something that will benefit others.” She added: “Everyone who has received a water bottle has an opportunity to participate in making our school and our community a better place."

Learning for a Sustainable Future is a not-for-profit, registered charitable organization that was established in 1991 to integrate sustainability education into Canada’s education system. Their innovative programs and partnerships are advancing, through education, the knowledge, skills, values and actions essential to responsible citizenship.

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Media Contact:

Tracey Chapman, Principal, Central Manitoulin Public School,

Rainbow District School Board, 705-368-7005.