Tree Planting & Environmental Education

CompletedNovember 26 – January 15, 2024Holy Family Musembe Secondary School

Engaged over twenty students in planting trees at Holy Family Musembe Secondary School, promoting environmental stewardship and hands-on learning.

Project Overview

This project engaged over twenty students enrolled in the program in planting trees at Holy Family Musembe Secondary School. The goal was to instill environmental stewardship while offering practical, hands-on learning. Over 500 trees were planted during the December school break through January, incorporating nature-based education into the students' learning experience.

Students planting trees
Tree planting project
Environmental education session

Objectives

  • Engage 20+ students in environmental education and tree planting
  • Plant over 500 trees during the December school break
  • Instill environmental stewardship values in students
  • Provide hands-on, nature-based learning experiences

Outcomes

  • Educated students on tree care and environmental conservation
  • Strengthened student collaboration and holiday engagement
  • Enhanced the school's environment and promoted community pride
  • Successfully planted over 500 trees with student participation

Impact

The project successfully engaged students in meaningful environmental action while providing educational value. Students developed a deeper understanding of environmental conservation and the importance of tree planting for climate resilience.

Future Engagement

Plans are underway to replicate this model in neighboring schools and to integrate it with climate education workshops, further promoting sustainability across the region.