Students in Year 8 worked hard on a topic which combined both Art and Science to create display piece focusing upon a human or real-world problem. After carrying out independent research into topics including rainforest depletion, the impact of plastics on species of animals and others, they created pieces for the display.
As well as forming a wonderful display for the school, their hard work was also used as the basis of an application for the prestigious International Schools Award which Deputy Headteacher Janet Freeman-Smith coordinated the submission for. The awards celebrate learning, teaching, community, wellbeing, leadership and other strategic initiatives at schools around the world. They provide the opportunity for international schools to share best practice, creative endeavours, community participation, and innovation.
As well as successfully achieving this prestigious award, the displays were also enjoyed by parents and carers who attended the school’s recent Science Fayre. Attendees also heard from very knowledgeable students who were able to discuss their research and associated facts and information.
The students spoke with all visitors about their work, the research, and why they had chosen the topics. One particular student had chosen the impact of plastics within the oceans and specifically the impact upon turtles.
Sharon Cliff, the Head Teacher at the school said: “The work of the students was very in-depth, and showed why we, as humans, should reduce the use of plastics as well as the harmful impact upon such beautiful reptiles as the turtles.
“The displays were amazing and we are absolutely honoured to receive the International Schools Award based on the work completed by these students.
A special thank you to Janet Freeman-Smith who coordinated the submission of the work for the award.”
