“Reducing Waste, Creating a Sustainable Future”

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WHAT will be done

Description:

Plan for organizing the European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR) in a high school, designed to be conducted within one day but extendable throughout the week to engage a broader school community and deepen ecological awareness.
Detailed Day Plan
1. Introduction to the Topic – Educational Workshop
   – Duration: 45 minutes
   – Description: Start with a presentation on EWWR, incorporating interactive elements such as short documentaries about environmental pollution or an online recycling quiz.
   – Additional Materials: Multimedia presentations, educational videos, interactive quizzes.
   – Objective: Make the introductory session more engaging with interactive tools and peer discussions.
2. Creative Workshop – “Second Life for Items”
   – Duration: 1.5 hours
   – Description: Set up different stations with various projects: one for making planters, another for decorative items, and another for simple school supplies. Students rotate between stations to try different tasks.
   – Additional Materials: Project guides, sample pictures of completed crafts, prizes for the most creative projects.
   – Objective: Demonstrate how waste can be repurposed creatively and gain practical upcycling experience.
3. Practical Activity – Sorting and Recycling Workshop
   – Duration: 1 hour
   – Description: Introduce a gamified challenge where teams race to correctly sort sets of waste. Discuss local recycling regulations and new EU directives.
   – Additional Materials: Waste sorting simulation apps, educational posters.
   – Objective: Reinforce knowledge through competition and fun, and increase understanding of local recycling rules.
4. Eco Knowledge Contest
   – Duration: 1 hour
   – Description: Besides a standard quiz, organize a team-based game using platform Kahoot!  Create themed rounds (e.g., recycling facts, carbon footprint, zero-waste practices).
   – Additional Materials: Smartphones or tablets, prizes for winners.
   – Objective: Boost student engagement with interactive and competitive learning.
5. Lecture on Zero Waste and Minimalism in Daily Life
   – Duration: 45 minutes
   – Description: Include an interactive exercise where students write down their daily habits and identify which ones can be changed to be more eco-friendly.
   – Additional Materials: Informative brochures, examples of zero-waste apps (e.g., food waste monitoring tools).
   – Objective: Encourage personal reflection and promote practical eco-friendly habits.
6. Creating an Eco-Action Plan for the School
   – Duration: 1 hour
   -Description: After group discussions, have students create short presentations or posters showcasing their ideas. The best proposals can be implemented in the school with the support of staff.
   – Additional Materials: Whiteboards, markers, presentation templates.
   – Objective: Foster teamwork and leadership skills while inspiring collective eco-responsibility.
7. Wrap-Up and Certificate Presentation
   – Duration: 30 minutes
   – Description: Conclude with reflections, where students share their thoughts and experiences from the day. Hand out certificates of participation or symbolic prizes, like tree seeds for planting.
   – Additional Materials: Certificates, small gifts, a summary slideshow.
   – Objective: Motivate students for future eco-actions and acknowledge their participation.
– Virtual Tour- an online visit to a local waste sorting facility or recycling plant.
– Long-Term Projects: Set up an “Eco Corner” at school where students can leave and swap used books, clothes, or school supplies.
– Guest Speakers: Collaborate with local environmental organizations to host guest lectures or workshops.
Implementing such a project during the European Week for Waste Reduction can be an inspiring and educational experience that positively influences students’ attitudes and encourages them to take action for sustainable development

Location

WHERE it will take place

Country:

Poland

Address:

Kołobrzeg
1 Maja
47
78-100

Action Developer

WHO will run the show

Entity:

ZS nr 1 im. Henryka Sienkiewicza
# Educational Establishment

How can you get in contact:

https://szkola.2lo.pl/
a.emerle@2lo.pl

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