Monday, April 26, 2010
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Friday, April 16, 2010
EArth Week Activities Set to Hit L.K.S. ~ Earth Week Apr. 19th - Apr. 23
EARTH WEEK ACTIVITIES @ L.K.S.
Cork & Battery Collection Continues in Main Office Until Friday April 23
- Walk, Bike, or Scooter to School
- Pack a Litterless Lunch
Monday April 19 (Day 3~Instrumental)
GREEN DAY: Wear Green to our Earth Week Kick Off Assembly 9:00 am
LET'S PLANT!: Kindergarten & Grade 1s will be planting in their classrooms throughout the week.
Tuesday April 20 (Day 4)
ENERGY CONSERVATION: How can you and your classmates save Energy today? Power Down your class for part of the day!
ECO-SYSTEMS JENGA: Grade 3s (Ross, Shklar)
Wednesday April 21 (Day 5~Instrumental)
WALKING WEDNESDAY! (Class Challenges)
ECO-SYSTEMS JENGA: Grade 4s (AM: Taylor, Gibson, PM: Littlejohn)
ENDANGERED SPECIES PRESENTATION
(Grade 2s: 2 PM Sessions in Gym - Stage side)
Thursday April 22 (Day 1) EARTH DAY
ENERGY CONSERVATION: How can you and your classmates save Energy today? Power Down your class for part of the day!
Bugs Without Borders Presentation (Grades 5-8)
ECO-SYSTEMS JENGA: Grade 3s (Zappi, Adair)
Friday April 23 (Day 2~Instrumental)
LKS YARD CLEAN UP: 9:00 - 9:30 am
YOUTH DAY AT GREEN LIVING SHOW ( Intermediate Eco Warriors)
Saturday April 24
HUMBER RIVER COMMUNITY CLEAN UP (9:00-11:00 am at Humber River South of Dundas--Bring your Own Bag, Gloves & Water--Snacks Provided
Monday, April 12, 2010
Eco Warriors Lunch Rehearsals - Tomorrow & Thursday
Dear Parents,
Tomorrow at lunch, the Primary Eco Warriors (and the Grade 1/2 classes) will have a rehearsal to practice the Earth Day song in Miss. Buksner's room. Please make sure you send your child to school with their lunch. We will also have a "dress rehearsal" on Thursday at lunch. Please have your child wear blue jeans and a green shirt to school on Thursday and for the assembly on Monday.
Thanks!
Miss. Buksner :)
Tomorrow at lunch, the Primary Eco Warriors (and the Grade 1/2 classes) will have a rehearsal to practice the Earth Day song in Miss. Buksner's room. Please make sure you send your child to school with their lunch. We will also have a "dress rehearsal" on Thursday at lunch. Please have your child wear blue jeans and a green shirt to school on Thursday and for the assembly on Monday.
Thanks!
Miss. Buksner :)
Friday, April 9, 2010
L.K.S. Gears Up For Earth Week!
Kick Off Assembly ~
Mon. Apr. 19th @ 9 a.m.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Tuesday, March 9, 2010
WWF - Earth Hour 2010 Canada
Click here to visit WWF Canada, there is great information for you with regards to Earth Hour and other WWF initiatives!
Saturday, March 6, 2010
Tuesday, March 2, 2010
L.K.S. Gets Ready for Earth Hour
On Saturday March 27th the whole world will join together to celebrate EARTH HOUR!
How will you and your family participate in Earth Hour?
At L.K.S. we will be turning off the lights on Friday March 26th for the whole afternoon ~ we are doing our part to help conserve energy!
Our hope is that everyone will participate on Sat. March 27th @ 8:30 pm ~ Turn Off Your Lights!
How will you and your family participate in Earth Hour?
At L.K.S. we will be turning off the lights on Friday March 26th for the whole afternoon ~ we are doing our part to help conserve energy!
Our hope is that everyone will participate on Sat. March 27th @ 8:30 pm ~ Turn Off Your Lights!
Saturday, February 20, 2010
Check out the February 2010 Eco Schools Newsletter
Read our TDSB Eco Schools Newsletter ~ keep up with what is happening with Eco Schools
February Eco Schools Newsletter Thursday, February 18, 2010
L.K.S. Gets Set to Sell Reusable Water Bottles ~ for 2 good reasons!
Click Here to Order Your L.K.S. Water Bottle!
Eco Warriors' have teamed up with the our Seeds of Hope Club for 2 very good reasons!
#1 - reusable water bottles (reducing of use of the plastic water bottle)
#2 - helping to build a school in Africa!
The Seeds of Hope Club is working very hard with a variety of initiatives to work towards building a school in Africa. The profits from this initiative will go directly their fund!
We are working together to promote these 2 very important global issues.
Please support our efforts by clicking on the link and pre-ordering a special edition L.K.S. water bottle.
Eco Warriors' & Seeds of Hope
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Green Up Your Valentine's Day!
So we know that with Valentine's Day comes many presents, candies, flowers and chocolates and with these things come alot of garbage!
At today's February Eco Warriors meeting the Primary students created some tips to make your Valentine's Day more green!
Tip #1: Reuse Envelopes
When sending cards to others don't put their name on the front so that they may reuse the envelope with another card at a later date.
Tip #2: Candy Wrapper Art
Use all the individual candy wrappers to make a fun and colourful collage or other art project! Multiple candy wrappers can also be glued or taped together to make your very own Valentine wrapping paper!
Tip #3: Reuse Wrapping Paper and Bags
Carefully unwrap presents to keep wrapping paper from tearing so it can be used again. Tissue paper and gift bags can also be reused!
Tip #4: Reuse Chocolate Boxes
Use boxes from chocolates for art projects or to decorate to keep special things in!
Tip #5: Compost or Dry Flowers
Instead of throwing out flowers in the garbage once they die try composting them or if you really like them dry them out and press them to keep!
Tip #6: Reuse Cards
When you receive a card reuse the pictures or front cover of the cards for other purposes. At least you reuse about half the card!
Tip #7: E-Valentines
Just like ecards, e-valentines can be sent instead of paper cards that way there is no waste or recycling!
See if you can use some of these tips this Valentine's Day - Go green!!
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Middle School Eco Conference - Thursday Jan 21, 2010!
Visit the Earth Ranger Centre by clicking here....
Mr. McLean, Ms. Perry and 10 Grade Seven Students' will be attending the Middle School Eco Conference on Thursday Jan. 21st, 2010.
The EcoSchools Middle School Conference aims to channel students’ idealism and build their skills and knowledge to organize green initiatives in their schools. This year’s conference takes place at the Earth Rangers Centre where students will have a chance to see for themselves how amazing a “green building” is and how it works.
Awakening students’ creative thinking shapes our program. Activities include a playful systems thinking exercise; a fresh look at assessing and reporting on school waste; and new ideas for developing engaging campaigns. Earth Rangers staff will also present a lively interactive session that will stimulate students’ connection to nature. Time for teams to begin planning next steps for starting or improving their EcoSchools program is built into the day.
We will be sure to write about our day!
Mr. McLean, Ms. Perry and 10 Grade Seven Students' will be attending the Middle School Eco Conference on Thursday Jan. 21st, 2010.
The EcoSchools Middle School Conference aims to channel students’ idealism and build their skills and knowledge to organize green initiatives in their schools. This year’s conference takes place at the Earth Rangers Centre where students will have a chance to see for themselves how amazing a “green building” is and how it works.
Awakening students’ creative thinking shapes our program. Activities include a playful systems thinking exercise; a fresh look at assessing and reporting on school waste; and new ideas for developing engaging campaigns. Earth Rangers staff will also present a lively interactive session that will stimulate students’ connection to nature. Time for teams to begin planning next steps for starting or improving their EcoSchools program is built into the day.
We will be sure to write about our day!
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Locker Clean Out!
Students have been asked to clean out lockers over the next 2 weeks, before the Christmas Break!
When cleaning lockers teachers should place 3 bins in the hallway!
*RECYCLING
*REUSE
~
*Garbage
Let's try to limit the amount of garbage!
Wednesday, December 2, 2009
Go Green for the Holidays!
Here are some tips for keeping green this holiday season!
1. Be creative with wrapping paper!
Why not use newspaper, the comics or other recycled paper products to do your wrapping? When receiving gifts unwrap the paper carefully so you can use it again. Reuse the wrapping paper or use it for student art projects! You can even use the white side of the paper to create your own new wrapping paper!
2. Using Plates, Cups and Cutlery
Make sure to use real plates, cups and cutlery over the holidays, even those left with cookies for Santa! Remember even though it's easy to clean up after a paper meal it's not that hard to wash some dishes!
3. Gift Bags and Tissue Paper
Similar to wrapping paper, if you receive a present in a gift bag with tissue paper reuse both items! Keep the bag and tissue paper in good condition and you can use it for future gifts!
4. Cards
Instead of using paper cards for the holidays send emails, post messages or send ecards! You can still give someone a present but send them an e-message instead!
5. Meals
Many holidays meals are very large and create a wealth of leftovers. Please use these wisely and not waste food. Make them into creative leftovers for your family to eat for future lunches or dinners. Remember keeping leftovers in reusable containers will keep the food fresh!
6. Travel
Many families do alot more travelling over the holidays. Make a plan with family and friends to carpool to events together or if family lives close enough, walk over! A nice walk home after a big meal is a great feeling!
7. Toys and Presents
Not everyone receives all the gifts they wanted but that doesn't mean we need to throw them out! If you receive gifts you do not want please donate them to charity or to someone you know who may enjoy it.
8. Store-Bought Gifts
Many store-bought gifts come in alot of unnecessary boxes, paper and packaging. If at all possible, avoid this by making your own gifts at home. Gifts such as baked goods, jewellery, pictures, frames, etc. can all be perfect gifts made at home!
9. Lights
Conserve energy by only choosing certain areas to decorate with lights in your home! Using energy-efficient LED lights can also help conserve alot of energy. Don't forget the best way to conserve energy is to remember to turn off the lights in areas of your home that are not in use.
1. Be creative with wrapping paper!
Why not use newspaper, the comics or other recycled paper products to do your wrapping? When receiving gifts unwrap the paper carefully so you can use it again. Reuse the wrapping paper or use it for student art projects! You can even use the white side of the paper to create your own new wrapping paper!
2. Using Plates, Cups and Cutlery
Make sure to use real plates, cups and cutlery over the holidays, even those left with cookies for Santa! Remember even though it's easy to clean up after a paper meal it's not that hard to wash some dishes!
3. Gift Bags and Tissue Paper
Similar to wrapping paper, if you receive a present in a gift bag with tissue paper reuse both items! Keep the bag and tissue paper in good condition and you can use it for future gifts!
4. Cards
Instead of using paper cards for the holidays send emails, post messages or send ecards! You can still give someone a present but send them an e-message instead!
5. Meals
Many holidays meals are very large and create a wealth of leftovers. Please use these wisely and not waste food. Make them into creative leftovers for your family to eat for future lunches or dinners. Remember keeping leftovers in reusable containers will keep the food fresh!
6. Travel
Many families do alot more travelling over the holidays. Make a plan with family and friends to carpool to events together or if family lives close enough, walk over! A nice walk home after a big meal is a great feeling!
7. Toys and Presents
Not everyone receives all the gifts they wanted but that doesn't mean we need to throw them out! If you receive gifts you do not want please donate them to charity or to someone you know who may enjoy it.
8. Store-Bought Gifts
Many store-bought gifts come in alot of unnecessary boxes, paper and packaging. If at all possible, avoid this by making your own gifts at home. Gifts such as baked goods, jewellery, pictures, frames, etc. can all be perfect gifts made at home!
9. Lights
Conserve energy by only choosing certain areas to decorate with lights in your home! Using energy-efficient LED lights can also help conserve alot of energy. Don't forget the best way to conserve energy is to remember to turn off the lights in areas of your home that are not in use.
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Saturday, November 7, 2009
How Does Your Garden Grow Mr. McLean.....
Mr. McLean and several classes from Kindergarten to Grade 8 having been very busy Greening our School! Our L.K.S. gardeners' weeded the flower beds in front of the Kindergarten classes. They planted bulbs and new shrubs. They also weeded and planted the small garden by the entrance to the school. We wish to thank the students, parent volunteers and the people who donated the bulbs, plants and shrubs. It looks beautiful! Thank you to everyone involved!
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