The Green Committee ran their bi-annual off timetable “Green Day” for 2nd year pupils in mid June 2014.
Thankfully although the sun didn’t shine, the rain held off and a great many of the activities were able to run outside. The 2nd years all thoroughly enjoyed themselves – “it was awesome!” was the response of 2 of the girls when asked about their day.
The school was alight with Green Activities from Miss Boiangiu’s Falling Garden which made use of plastic carrier bags and containers, to Mrs Bond’ recycled poems using old newspapers (Wayne Rooney did not come off well!)
Mr Kettlewell used the latest Apple Technology to produce some fantastic Green Songs (raps and tearjerkers!), Mrs Alexander calculated pupil’s carbon footprint and encouraged a “walk to school” and “Switch off Charging Gadgets” resolution.
Dr Clow produced a miniature eco system which can still be seen in the Biology department, Mr Andrews undertook a superb bird ringing and vast bug count during the day (including Tony the Toad!) Finally, Miss Ellis and her groups did some really interesting research on Wind Turbines and Solar Panels and the possible locations and use on the school site which we hope to research further.
We ended the day with a group feedback, looking at all the inspiring activities we had encountered through the day.
Thanks to all the 2nd years for getting involved in all the activities and to all the staff involved in this exciting day!
More photos can be seen here
Helen Alexander and Kirsten Clow
