The above infographic maps out some key points from our new resource, Taking Climate Action at School. Keep reading to access the full resource!
Across Canada, many climate-conscious parents and caregivers are already active in their school councils and are working to create stronger school communities through projects that make them more climate-resilient and healthier for children. Drawing on the experiences of parent organizers from across Canada, we have created Taking Climate Action at School: A Guide For Parents and Caregivers Engaging in School Councils Across Canada -- a resource for anyone who cares about their kids' future and want to help make their schools healthier, safer, and more climate-ready.
The guide provides interested parents and caregivers with:
- an overview of how school councils work
- the key steps to taking climate action at school
- tips from parent organizers on how to make school climate action a success
- considerations for integrating climate action into broader school/board mandates
- example topic areas to consider for school climate action with project ideas and resource links
Check Out the Full Guide!
To view the guide as an interactive online flipbook, click the cover image above.
To access the guide as a PDF that you can download and print, click the button below.
Watch the Recording of our Virtual Launch Event
On Wednesday, November 4 we hosted a virtual launch of the Taking Climate Action at School Guide. The event included an walk-through of the resources in the guide and it also featured a panel of parent organizers who shared their experiences and lessons learned in their school council work. You can watch the recording of the video here.
Need Help with Your School Climate Action? Have a Story to Share?
We would love to hear about what you are doing in your school and to share your experiences with the For Our Kids network. By sharing your success stories, more parents and caregivers will be inspired to take action. Sharing stories also helps us bring attention to the issues that families are concerned about.
If you have a story you would like to share, or if you have questions or need support with your school initiative, please reach out to us at [email protected].
