I absolutely embrace enviroschools. But exactly because of that I believe that there should not be anything like dedicated enviroschools. This should be incorporated into ANY curriculum. Many schools are already having their own environmental programmes, without any funding at all. I believe it is not correct that only selected schools benefit from extra funding. Split it up and share it for all. In saying so, our schools need more funding in general.
Yo slapjack - what's your deals!? It makes total sense to be educating future leaders about the intrinsic relationships we share with air, soil, & water - Enviroschools' has proven a far more effective form of learning than shitty conventional text books, and it solves real world community issues. Hence, it's exactly the thing the gov should be spending money on...
Yeah great video and I agree with all the other comments here.
Have to admit though that I am surprised surprised about this cut. This kind of decisions is the bread and butter of the National Party and is one of dozens that have already been announced that negatively affect education and the environment.
This is right on the mark, great effort ! It highlights just one more short-sighted budget cut that typifies National's blinkered head-in-the-sand philosophy. Are you listening, John, Bill, et al? Somehow i think not, but I would love to be surprised.
Losing the EnviroSchools project would be a terrible shame. How does the government expect the next generation to learn how to become sustainable and to cherish our beautiful environment? Surely these skills could be combined with core skills to give a double benefit?
On the other hand, the planets a lost cause anyway. Lets spend the saving cuts on free cigarettes for school kids [playtime cut] - so they can enjoy their short lives all the more.
We can't allow this program to be stopped. Who is responsible for making this sort of decision? We must not allow this government to make decisions like this. If they won't pay then we just have to find another way.
Awesome video...this is a message that needs to be spread far and wide.
Enviroschools is such an important programme that not only has an impact on our students lives, but on our society as well...it is education for the future. Don't let it slip away!
yeah great vid dude, tells the story well. Let's let Aotearoa know how important this is for our NOW and for our Future. One action we can take is to write positive messages to John Key, Anne Tolley and your local MP telling them how much you value what Enviroschools is and contributes to our nation. Chur Frodes!
Thanks for the suggestion. This piece was made to inform politicians that Enviroschools isn't just a kit, it's apart of lives and communities, and to show the importance of education for sustainability. It is drawing on personal stories to build a view of the positives. I believe a call to action is a totally different film, different style, target and reason.
Can I make a small suggestion? It really needs a call to action - so people who are moved by your work can do something meaningful to support your call for no cuts to funding.
I absolutely embrace enviroschools. But exactly because of that I believe that there should not be anything like dedicated enviroschools. This should be incorporated into ANY curriculum. Many schools are already having their own environmental programmes, without any funding at all. I believe it is not correct that only selected schools benefit from extra funding. Split it up and share it for all. In saying so, our schools need more funding in general.
ingoratsdorf 2 years ago
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why should government pay for this? This is a waste and they can't keep spending money on it.
Have you hugged a tree lately? Has a tree ever hugged you?
slapjack2000 2 years ago
Yo slapjack - what's your deals!? It makes total sense to be educating future leaders about the intrinsic relationships we share with air, soil, & water - Enviroschools' has proven a far more effective form of learning than shitty conventional text books, and it solves real world community issues. Hence, it's exactly the thing the gov should be spending money on...
ryagu831 2 years ago 2
Yeah great video and I agree with all the other comments here.
Have to admit though that I am surprised surprised about this cut. This kind of decisions is the bread and butter of the National Party and is one of dozens that have already been announced that negatively affect education and the environment.
jessewatsonnz 2 years ago
*correction* Have to admit though that I am surprised that anyone is surprised about this cut.
jessewatsonnz 2 years ago
This is right on the mark, great effort ! It highlights just one more short-sighted budget cut that typifies National's blinkered head-in-the-sand philosophy. Are you listening, John, Bill, et al? Somehow i think not, but I would love to be surprised.
kingipoo 2 years ago
Thank you so much! I only hope National has the ears to listen.
But I have doubts that they will which is a shame. But even if they don't this video is a great effort and be proud to speak out.
Kendof 2 years ago
Losing the EnviroSchools project would be a terrible shame. How does the government expect the next generation to learn how to become sustainable and to cherish our beautiful environment? Surely these skills could be combined with core skills to give a double benefit?
AnikaMoaFan 2 years ago
On the other hand, the planets a lost cause anyway. Lets spend the saving cuts on free cigarettes for school kids [playtime cut] - so they can enjoy their short lives all the more.
vjfibro 2 years ago
Great video. More important message. This sort budgeting does nothing for the long term future of NZ. Invest in kids they are our future.
Hope that the 200,000+ kids that attend an enviroschool write a comment here!
wherestrentnow 2 years ago
We can't allow this program to be stopped. Who is responsible for making this sort of decision? We must not allow this government to make decisions like this. If they won't pay then we just have to find another way.
Good vid by the way. Kudos.
ohmpo 2 years ago
Also just bloody well made too.
headlessrd 2 years ago
Kudos - great video on a programme that has made such a huge impact in our schools
richie17nz 2 years ago
Kia pai tou mahi! On ya!
BCDunedin 2 years ago
Amazing Video Guys!!!!
-Courtney, Auckland Girls' Grammar (EnviroSchool)
courtneycommunicates 2 years ago
Awesome video...this is a message that needs to be spread far and wide.
Enviroschools is such an important programme that not only has an impact on our students lives, but on our society as well...it is education for the future. Don't let it slip away!
hillsictpd 2 years ago
yeah great vid dude, tells the story well. Let's let Aotearoa know how important this is for our NOW and for our Future. One action we can take is to write positive messages to John Key, Anne Tolley and your local MP telling them how much you value what Enviroschools is and contributes to our nation. Chur Frodes!
rawhitir0a 2 years ago
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chooti6 2 years ago
Hey NAct! leave enviroschools alone! this ain't just another brick in the wall!
McTapNZ 2 years ago
Well done, very good video
paulbradleynz 2 years ago
Thanks for the suggestion. This piece was made to inform politicians that Enviroschools isn't just a kit, it's apart of lives and communities, and to show the importance of education for sustainability. It is drawing on personal stories to build a view of the positives. I believe a call to action is a totally different film, different style, target and reason.
frodesnz 2 years ago
Absolutey stunning video! Gorgeous.
Can I make a small suggestion? It really needs a call to action - so people who are moved by your work can do something meaningful to support your call for no cuts to funding.
needlefood 2 years ago
Go Ruby!
ADLZ1984 2 years ago
Stunning video
joshuavial 2 years ago