Public schools in Port Harcourt Local Government Area now champion environmental sustainability. A new program, “Green Schools, Bright Future,” began this week. It aims to integrate environmental awareness into the curriculum. This initiative teaches students about waste management, recycling, and conservation. It involves practical activities. These include setting up recycling bins in classrooms. It also involves creating school gardens. Students learn about their role in protecting the environment.
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The program seeks to cultivate responsible citizens. These citizens understand environmental challenges. They contribute to solutions. “Our students learn practical skills. They also develop a sense of responsibility for our planet,” Mrs. Helen Obasi, a school principal, remarked. The initiative partners with local environmental organizations. These groups provide educational materials and training. Teachers underwent workshops to implement the new curriculum effectively.
Students show enthusiasm for the project. Many are excited about the school gardens. They will plant vegetables and flowers. “I am excited to grow our food. We also learn about reducing plastic waste,” said Ifeanyi Okoro, a primary school student. The program promotes teamwork among students. It encourages creative problem-solving. This teaches them how small actions make a big difference.
