Amanzimtoti Primary joins forces with NPO for eco-workshop
World Turtle Day was celebrated as Amanzimtoti Primary School and Clean Surf Project hosted an environmental workshop for young eco-warriors.
GREEN fever spiked at Amanzimtoti Primary School on May 23 as learners attended an interactive learning and environmental education workshop by non-profit organisation, Clean Surf Project (CSP).
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The eco-friendly event was in honour of World Turtle Day and allowed CSP to promote environmental awareness and its World Oceans Day beach clean-up, which takes place at Umbogintwini Beach on June 6.
The school’s Alice Surmon said there were 60 participants from schools around KZN.
“Our learners were able to meet with like-minded learners from other schools. They were able to interact with experts in the environmental sector,” said Surmon.
Romy Wenzel, of CSP, applauded the school, presenters and learners for embracing sustainable and environmentally-conscious living through meaningful initiatives.
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“Together, we will continue building a cleaner, healthier coastline for future generations. Well done to everyone involved for a fantastic morning of learning, connection and ocean awareness,” said Wenzel.
Amanzimtoti Primary School’s eco awards
This year alone, Amanzimtoti Primary School received the following awards for its sustainability and efforts in going green.
- Ecoschools International Flag Decade Award for 15 years of sustainable action for a healthy environment at the school.
- A special award for biodiversity stewardship in KZN for its efforts in protecting, restoring and celebrating biodiversity within the school and community.
- Nature Connect Sustainable Schools Award, for being the most sustainable school in KZN and third in the country.
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