To acknowledge and raise awareness of International Earth Day on Wednesday 22 April, we have held a range of activities this week as part of DC's Earth Week. These collective actions have highlighted the small but powerful ways we can contribute to environmental responsibility.
The week kicked off in Primary with assemblies centred around Earth Day. During these assemblies, students were given a leaf to write down their Earth Day pledge. They were encouraged to think about meaningful actions or changes they could commit to on Earth Day and beyond to support and protect the environment.
On 22 April ( Earth Day), the community and student leaders collaborated to create a canopy of leaves filled with vibrant and actionable pledges. We look forward to seeing this canopy flourish with our pledges for a greener and more sustainable planet.
On 23 April we observed a special Earth Hour during Block 1 across the College. By switching off lights and limiting electronic use we took a moment to reset and demonstrate our responsibility toward the planet. We hope this period of reflection encourages everyone to consider how often we rely on these resources.
Furthermore, our senior student leaders that are part of The Alliance for Sustainable Schools (TASS) group was active during lunch times throughout the week, leading a range of acitivies and discussions. These conversations are vital for raising awareness of the sustainable actions we can take each day to make a lasting difference in our community.
Although Earth Week is ending, our commitment to the planet must remain a standard part of our daily lives. We encourage everyone to continue the habits we explored, namely:
Rethink: Keep auditing your daily habits for small changes like a plastic free lifestyle.
Reconnect: Continue to find moments to switch off and mindfully appreciate our local environment.
Restore: Maintain practical steps like choosing plant forward meals.
Inspire: Keep sharing your commitment to a natural positive life with those around you.
Thank you to the teacher and student leaders that have guided us through the week, and for everyone who has engaged so thoughtfully.
Rethink: Keep auditing your daily habits for small changes like a plastic free lifestyle.
Reconnect: Continue to find moments to switch off and mindfully appreciate our local environment.
Restore: Maintain practical steps like choosing plant forward meals.
Inspire: Keep sharing your commitment to a natural positive life with those around you.
Thank you to the teacher and student leaders that have guided us through the week, and for everyone who has engaged so thoughtfully.
