In an age where environmental consciousness is more vital than ever, our Year 8 students cross-curricular sustainability project helped raise awareness about the future of our planet and signalled their desire to inspire change.
The theme for this year’s project was “What if….”. The teams offered diverse solutions, each tackling a specific aspect of sustainability or climate change, from contemplating the notion of our school becoming the most sustainable and climate-friendly in the world to envisioning a world without the pervasive use of plastic.
All the students understand the pressing environmental issues that confront our planet today. Through the interdisciplinary nature of the project our students could draw upon a wide range of subjects, including DT, Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Religious Studies, Spanish, and Geography. This multidisciplinary approach helped the students develop a holistic understanding of the issues surrounding sustainability and climate change. Through research and analysis, they shed light on the current situation, providing a comprehensive overview of the challenges we face.
The SWPS Sustainability Conference took place at the end of term. The Conference provided a platform for our students to articulate their proposals. Dr. Melissa Glackin from Kings College London joined the students for the event – SWPS has developed a strong partnership with Dr. Glackin to improve the standard of climate education in our school. This collaboration ensures that our school remains at the forefront of teaching and learning in the field of climate education. The conference also attracted participants from beyond our school community, including Dan Callaghan from Runnymede Council.
The Head, Ms Picton, presented the prizes, and the highlight of the conference was watching our Year 8 students spread awareness about the significance of sustainability to their peers, the SWPS community, and visitors to engage in environmentally friendly practices.
As the Sustainability Conference drew to a close, it was clear that the projects and conference helped reaffirm the widespread interest and awareness of climate change. Thank you to the dedication and commitment of our teaching staff in laying the foundation for this important project. Their passion and expertise in the field has been instrumental in nurturing the inquisitive minds of our Year 8 students. SWPS are at the forefront of teaching and tackling climate change through education and cross-curricular projects. These initiatives can be seen at the ACE conference, click here to read more.
