Amidst striking reports published this month by the IPCC on the urgent need for positive climate action, we know our new character accreditation, The PiXL Green Edge, has never had more relevance for the lives of our young people. The award will give recognition to students who positively and proactively engage with environmental issues and promote and demonstrate sustainability.
Produced in collaboration with the Environment Agency, the PiXL Green Edge was launched at the PiXL Secondary National Conference (17th March 2022) for KS3-4 students in PiXL Secondary schools. Students will be encouraged to demonstrate LORIC (Leadership, Organisation, Resilience, Initiative, and Communication) skills through a series of activities, including plastic waste surveys, organising litter picks and setting up repair cafes.
If you are reading this post after 17th March, you can find out more about the award and enrol students HERE: https://theedge.pixl.org.uk/– ‘Go to the Green Edge’.
Since September 2021, we have given a small number of ‘trial schools’ access to the platform, to facilitate for testing and feedback in order to tweak the offering ahead of the full launch. It has been a pleasure to witness the hope and optimism shared by teachers and students alike in working towards a greener, more sustainable planet.
We are really looking forward to opening access for all our schools, and hope that the platform inspires your students to make positive difference in your local community. We must take collective action and work together to achieve a greener ‘Better Future, Brighter Hope’.
