Activiteit/evenement

Who Organised the Activity and How Was It Done? This garden-to-table activity was organised by the teaching team as part of a hands-on learning unit about food and sustainability. Students took the lead in growing their own potatoes and peppers, learning how to prepare the soil, ensure proper sunlight and watering, and care for their plants over time. As part of their exploration into healthy soil, the class also learned about earthworms and their role in keeping soil rich and fertile.

• Welke tips wil je andere Eco-teams geven bij het organiseren van een activiteit/evenement?: Choose easy vegetables like potatoes and peppers that grow well and are simple for students to care for. Let them take part in the whole process—planting, growing, picking, and even cooking the food. Make it fun and hands-on so they enjoy learning, especially when they get to taste what they’ve grown. Use the activity to talk about healthy eating, taking care of the planet, and how their small actions can make a big difference.
• Onderwijstype: Basisonderwijs
• Waarom zijn jullie hier trots op?: We are proud of how curious and committed the students were throughout the entire process. They showed real patience and care in growing their vegetables and were excited to harvest and cook with them. Seeing students connect the dots between growing food, understanding nature, and making healthy meals was incredibly rewarding.
• School: International School Breda

This winter planting activity was organised by the teaching staff, with full involvement from the students. The goal was to make the school grounds more colourful during the colder months while also supporting local wildlife. Students worked together to plant seasonal flowers and hardy greenery in the planters around the Primary building. The chosen plants were selected for their ability to survive the cold and add beauty and structure to the outdoor space during the grey winter season.

• Welke tips wil je andere Eco-teams geven bij het organiseren van een activiteit/evenement?: For anyone planning a similar event, we recommend choosing low-maintenance, cold-hardy plants, and involving students in every step—from learning about the plants to digging in the soil. Keep it simple, make it hands-on, and connect the activity to broader topics like biodiversity and urban nature. Most importantly, take time to reflect afterwards so students can see the value of their contribution and understand how small actions can brighten and support the environment all year round.
• Onderwijstype: Basisonderwijs
• Waarom zijn jullie hier trots op?: We are proud of how enthusiastic and engaged the students were throughout the project. They showed care and teamwork while planting, and they were eager to learn about which plants grow well in winter and why green spaces are important—even in cities. Their efforts made a real difference, and the results could be seen and enjoyed by the whole school community.
• School: International School Breda

PYP4, inspired by their unit of Inquiry, started to collect empty cans and plastic bottles from across the school community, and arranged for these items to be exchanged for money at a local supermarket with a view to making a donation to two different environmental projects, turning everyday waste into meaningful action. With guidance from their teachers, they created posters, spread awareness among peers, and set up a designated collection point. The project’s core mission was to raise funds The Ocean Cleanup, which focuses on extracting plastic from oceans and rivers, and Coral Gardeners, which restores coral reefs through innovative conservation methods.

• Welke tips wil je andere Eco-teams geven bij het organiseren van een activiteit/evenement?: It is useful to have a clear goal in mind, one which resonates with the group and makes the objectives tangible. For these students, it was fundraising for a cause they valued. Publicity is also important. We used posters, school announcements, and the school’s digital platforms to create engagement. Involve the broader community to expand impact. It is also important to place clearly-labelled collection bins.
• Onderwijstype: Basisonderwijs
• Waarom zijn jullie hier trots op?: We are incredibly proud of the initiative our students showed along with their determination, and sense of global responsibility. Their efforts went far beyond collecting recyclables—they displayed leadership, creativity, teamwork, and understood that small actions can have far-reaching impacts. They demonstrated how young people can be powerful change agents in their communities and beyond.
• School: International School Breda

Het organiseren van deze activiteit is een gezamenlijke actie geweest. We hebben een geheel eco-uur besteed aan het verdelen van de taken. De website "Panthaclothes" is gemaakt door examenleerlingen die informatica in hun pakket hebben. De opdrachtgever is eco-schools. De website heeft als doel om leerlingen kleren en andere dingen zoals examenbundels onderling binnen de school te laten ruilen. Om zoveel mogelijk leerlingen bij de lancering aanwezig te laten zijn hebben we de leerlingen "gelokt" naar de aula met een loterij. We hebben door de schoolspeakers omgeroepen op de dag zelf en we hebben een "save the date" in de nieuwsbrieven en op de socials gezet. De prijzen hebben we gekocht in een duurzame winkel in het centrum van Wageningen. Dit waren prijsjes zoals waterflessen van mais en planten.

• Welke tips wil je andere Eco-teams geven bij het organiseren van een activiteit/evenement?: Gebruik zoveel mogelijk kanalen om een evenement te promoten, zoals social media, nieuwsbrieven en schoolschermen. Begin op tijd met communiceren van evenementen. Herhaal de communicatie vaker dan een keer. Denk soms groot en soms klein, acties zowel groot als klein kunnen elkaar versterken. Betrek zoveel mogelijk leden van het team bij het organiseren van een evenement.
• Onderwijstype: Voortgezet onderwijs
• Waarom zijn jullie hier trots op?: Alles kwam samen in deze actie. Leerlingen van een examenvak hebben hun schoolexamen kunnen halen met een duurzame actie. Eco-school is een serieuze opdrachtgever geweest. Alle leerlingen van het hele team zijn betrokken geweest bij het organiseren van de actie. Er waren heel veel leerlingen aanwezig bij de actie en die hebben nu allemaal de website gezien. Er zijn weinig tot geen scholen met een eigen ruilwebsite.
• School: RSG Pantarijn