Sustainability at OGPS
Ocean Grove Primary Joins the Aussie Bird Count!
Last week, many of our classes participated in the annual Aussie Bird Count, and it was a fantastic experience! Students identified and recorded their findings, learning about the importance of bird conservation. We now have some enthusiastic birdwatchers joining in every lunchtime!
Birds that were commonly found in the Ocean Grove Primary School yard included:
Rainbow Lorikeets
Noisy Miners
Australian Magpies
Crested Pigeons
New Holland Honeyeater
Eastern Rosellas
Upcycle Competition is Back!
After the success of the 2023 Upcycle Competition, we’re excited to announce its return!
🎉 Gather your friends and family to reuse, recycle, and upcycle materials ♻️ to create something new and innovative. ✨
📅 Entries are due by November 1st. Best of luck!
Celebrating Two-Star Sustainability at Ocean Grove Primary School
We are excited to announce that Ocean Grove Primary School has been awarded the Waste Star by Resource Smart Schools!
This recognition celebrates the dedication of our entire school community, with a special acknowledgment of our Sustainability Student Leaders for 2023: Hattie, Ada, and Quinn.
Throughout our journey, we have implemented a waste management strategy across classrooms, gardens, and office spaces. Students at all levels have learned and embedded the principles of recycling, upcycling, and reusing materials.
The introduction of 'Nude Food Tuesday' has been particularly successful, with students enthusiastically preparing waste-free lunches and encouraging their parents to minimise packaging.
What is the Resource Smart School Star Progression?
Stars are obtained through the completion of Modules and meeting benchmarks for resource use and is valid for four years.
Schools receive their first Star once their Core Module is certified by Sustainability Victoria. Schools can progress from 1 Star up to 5 Stars and move towards becoming a Leadership School. Each of the 5 Stars has specific requirements for completion. Schools must complete additional actions in the Modules and meet and maintain resource benchmarks. What to find out more about the RRS Star Progression?
Container Disposal Scheme!
We're excited to share that Ocean Grove Primary School is now an eligible charity under the CDS Vic West program. Any donations received will go towards our ongoing efforts to foster a greener and more environmentally conscious school community. Your support will directly contribute to initiatives promoting sustainability education and implementing eco-friendly practices within our school. Together, we can make a positive impact on our environment and instil important values in our students. Please take a moment to review the instructions below on how you can contribute to our cause.
