THE WEALD OF KENT PROTECTION SOCIETY


WEALD OF KENT PROTECTION SOCIETY/GODINTON HOUSE PRESERVATION TRUST

‘GUARDIANS OF THE WEALD' (GOTW) AWARDS
 

The Scheme:
The Eco-Schools scheme concentrates on the in-school environment. The WKPS/GHPT ‘Guardians of the Weald' therefore promotes and recognises the contribution that the school's activities make to the environment outside the school which benefit the community/Weald. This could range from refuse collections, reclamation projects to the establishment of e.g. butterfly farms or sensory gardens that directly benefit pollinators.

 

Principal Objective:
To stimulate, encourage and build interest in the importance of guarding both the natural and built environment of the Weald of Kent within its primary schools.

Aims:
These awards are designed to:

•  Stimulate an awareness among pupils of the school's place within and responsibilities to its community and the Weald

•  Encourage participation by pupils in activities which benefit not just the school but the community in which it stands

•  Foster creative solutions to local environmental needs/opportunities

•  Encourage working in a team/group and develop an understanding of an individual's place within a team

Who Can Participate:
Primary schools within the Weald of Kent. You must have registered with the national Eco-Schools scheme and have achieved at least Bronze level.

 

How to Take Part:

1  Please indicate your intention to take part by emailing julianwryounger@hotmail.com as soon as possible.

2  Submit your entry on the attached form to:

WKPS, Old Orchard Cottage, Acton Lane , Ebony, Tenterden TN30 7JA

3  Timescale – entries to be received no later than 31 May, 2012

4  Judging – early June 2012

5  Awards – 1 annual GOTW Special Achievement Award (winner), supported by certificates of commendation for those who submit high quality, innovative schemes/activities.

6  Prize-giving ceremony - with GHPT, early July 2012, exact format and timing TBA.

 

FAQ's

•  Do we have to invent/create a new project to qualify for this award? No, we are keen to recognise what you have already planned/decided to do

•  Are we limited to a single project? No, if you have more than one suitable project in progress, we will be happy to consider them

•  Will it cost us anything to enter these awards? NO! We are keen to see and recognise what you have already planned and decided to do

•  Are activities involving more than one class/year eligible? Yes

•  Do we have to have completed the activity by the end of the Summer term? No - if you have a multi-year project in development/progress, just let us know

•  Can we enter a project which involves parents? Yes, by all means. Please indicate on the form if parents/other third parties are involved

•  How do we enter? Simply complete the entry form we have attached, along with any continuation sheets you feel necessary, plus pictures if appropriate, and send to the address listed under How to Take Part above.

•  I've lost the form(s) – what do I do? Log onto the WKPS website at www.wkps.org.uk , follow the GOTW link on the home page and download what you need.

•  I have another question – what do I do about it? Email your question to julianwryounger@hotmail.com and we will answer it as soon as we can

 
   
 
 
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