Mission Heights Primary Beehive
Howick Local Board members recently embarked on an inspiring visit to four local Enviroschools, where they saw firsthand the innovative environmental initiatives being embraced by students and staff.
Enviroschools tour
On Friday 28 March 28, Howick Local Board members, along with new Enviroschools principals and key teachers, visited four local Howick Enviroschools, including Pakuranga Baptist Enviro-Kindergarten, Our Lady Star of the Sea in Howick, Mission Heights Junior College, and Mission Heights Primary in Flatbush.
Sustainable Schools Advisor Cate Jessep shared that the purpose of these visits was to highlight the significant outcomes of Howick Local Board’s long-term support for Enviroschools in the area. Enviroschools in Howick have made a significant impact, with over 1,000 students in the Pest Free Howick programme, 40 schools reducing waste by up to 74%, and initiatives like the Moth Plant competition, Garden to Table, and Carbon Footprint programmes.
“I think I speak for everyone when I say we were deeply impressed with you, your students presentations, their informal sharing, your actions and the unique environment you are creating at Mission Heights Primary Enviroschools in the Garden To Table room, the displays and grounds on Friday,” Cate Jessep to Renuka, Caroline and team.
Click here to read the full story on the Auckland Council website.
Mission Heights Primary Envirogroup members
Mission Heights Junior College bike ambassadors leading a tour of the bike pump track