The Environment Group
Teaching and Learning | Environment Group Initiatives | Environmental Information
The LCPS Environment Group was formed in 2007 by a group of parents
interested in Environmental initiatives.
Its three guiding principles are:
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We will work to reduce the school’s impact on the natural
environment.
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We will work to enhance the physical and botanical school
environment.
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We will work to educate the school community about sustainable
living and care for the
environment.
In 2008 a Student Environment Club was formed and in 2009 a
Teachers’ Environment Focus Group was created.
In 2008, projects included:
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Refurbishment
and landscaping of the school’s Frog Pond area.
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Canteen composting for use on the vegetable garden.
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Possum proofing the
vegetable garden area.
In
2009, current and future initiatives include:
- No Waste
Wednesday
- Introduction
of Recycling bins and education program
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Crushed terracotta gravel added around raised
garden beds
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Creation of outdoor learning area for
students
- Recycling
using compost and worm farms
- Vegetable
gardens – seasonal planting
- Kindergarten
“Surprise Garden” program
- New garden
beds to be developed in the area behind Kamilaroi
Funding:
Our work is funded by
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Requests made to the P & C for specific projects.
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Grants where available.
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Donations of material and labour.
Become Involved...
New members are always warmly welcome. Please contact Cathy Cook ccook@bigpond.net.au or Rose Moore rose.moore@exemail.com.au for more information and look for regular updates and news in the school newsletter