Middle Schoolers are schooling adults when it comes to climate advocacy
On Friday, October 25, ten students from the Decorah Middle School’s Climate Change Action Group (CCAG) did a presentation to a small group at the Winneshiek Energy District office. The topic? Their vision for a new elementary school. Their purpose? To encourage attending adults to vote in favor of a new, energy efficient, renewable energy powered building that is designed for the students – and climate – of the future.
These young climate advocates illustrated the benefits of solar and geothermal energy, school gardens, electrochromic glass, insulation and more, while explaining how it would benefit learning conditions and a stable climate for their children’s generation. It was truly inspiring! View their slides here.
The CCAG is actively seeking to share their presentation with area religious and civic groups. If you’d like to host time, reach out to the group’s advisor Scott Boylen (scott.boylen@decorah.school).
View slides: General Public Meeting Presentation