Posted on: Friday 16 June 2023
Pupils at a school in Pontypool have turned their school green as part of Great Big Green Week this week.
From climate quizzes and poster competitions, to litter picks and lobbying Senedd members on environmental law, students at St Albans’ RC School have embraced the theme of the week to tackle climate change and protect nature.
Even the drama department has got involved by using their creativity to bring to life pictures of trees and the remarkable process of converting carbon dioxide into life-sustaining oxygen.
The highlight of the week was a visit by the campaigning group Climate Cymru, who discussed with pupils the benefits of being out in nature, the fact that nature is currently in decline, and what can be done to turn that around.
Great Big Green Week is a nationwide initiative promoting environmental awareness and action.
Activities have been taking place across the borough including free plant giveaways, nature talks, and workshops about how to help nature.
Natalie Hillman, Associate Assistant Headteacher at St.Albans High School, said “The school's Eco Team, known as The Green Beans, has been working tirelessly to achieve Bronze Eco School Status. When we learned about Big Green Week, we eagerly embraced the opportunity to have an assembly from Climate Cymru.
“The assembly was fantastic, and the children truly relished it. Throughout the week, we have been actively promoting the significance of nature, and we hope that everyone has not only had a lot of fun but also gained valuable knowledge."
Councillor Mandy Owen, Executive Member for the Environment said: “I would like to say well done to everyone at St.Albans High School for supporting Big Green Week, it sounds like they had a lot of fun and learnt a lot.
“Looking after our planet is so important, because we only have one.”
Find out how the Council is committed to reduce its impact on climate change and nature