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St Paul’s Primary School, in Mildura, is committed to promoting health and healthy behaviours, and strives for continuous improvement. Since joining the Achievement Program in 2012, the school has implemented a wide range of healthy changes, which has seen it receive Victorian Government recognition for all seven health areas in the program.
Climate and Health
St Paul’s Primary is excited to take part in the new Climate and Health pathway, with the aim to empower children to take climate action, strengthen links with the local community and embed sustainable change that will benefit the school community for years to come.
Healthy and sustainable practices already happening include:
- active travel, with the school offering a walking club
- participating in Active April, Walk to School Day and steps challenges
- incorporating road safety information in the curriculum and information for families
- excursions to the local eco village and recycling plant
- the use of solar panels
- a re-planting trees program on school grounds
- maintaining a healthy canteen with lots of fruit and vegetables.
What's next?
With an increased understanding of the link between climate and health, the Health and Wellbeing Team and the Sustainability Team will work together to implement climate and health actions and embed more sustainable practices over time. The school is looking forward to using the new resources, information and support now available as part of the Achievement Program.
If you're already a member, log on to the portal to get involved. If you're not, join the free program today!