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This week I visited Highland Secondary Social Studies 11 classes to speak about the globalization of garbage. It was particularly exciting because Highland has been implementing school wide programs for recycling cardboard, collecting old batteries, and composting. The classes were diverse and interesting. Making the connection to local solutions for global problems is what this presentation is all about. This is what the teacher had to say about the day:

"My grade 11 classes had an extremely positive experience learning more about our relationship with 'stuff'. Zac Whyte presented the information in a professional way, with particular attention to the level of concentration and understanding of his audience. The visual aids really added to the presentation, and the local content increased the engagement of the students."

  – Danika Village SS11 Highland Secondary School

 


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Wayne Demerse
12/09/2009 19:45

I am still buzzing from the enthusiasm Zac shared with me and my students at Carihi today. Zac spoke to my Social Studies 10 and 11 classes as well as to our Green Team at lunch. These students are now going to expand our composting plan to include the entire school. I have committed to walking to school 3 days per week and several students have expressed a willingness to take on similar challenges--all due to Zac's well paced and engaging presentation. Thanks for that, Zac!

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