On Sept. 29, 2012, the Center for Green Schools (www.centerforgreenschools.com ) at the U.S. Green Building Council (www.usgbc.org) will host the first ever Green Apple Day of Service to schools (www.mygreenapple.org). For one day, advocates from across the country and around the world will come together in support of healthy, sustainable schools by taking real action in their communities. Many schools in the Metro Detroit area are participating this year.
The USGBC Detroit Regional Chapter is assisting at many of the schools. “This is a chance for the whole community to support our neighborhood schools, because our children learn there, and where they learn matters,” said Peggy Matta, Chair of the Green Schools Advocacy Committee.
East English Village Preparatory Academy, a brand new Detroit Public School, is hosting a Community Green Fair from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at 5020 Cadieux, Detroit, MI. The school was designed to obtain LEED Gold Certification from the USGBC. Activities include a tour of this new state-of-the-art building, demonstrations on renewable energy, and exhibits by Community groups including Morningside, East English Village, Cornerstone and Habitat for Humanity; plus presentations from WARM Training on home weatherization.
Clarkston Community Schools will host a Flip Flop Drive beginning at 10:00 a.m. Bring your used flip flops to Sashabaw Middle Schoolat 5565 Pine Knob Lane, Clarkston. Sashabaw Middle School is a certified Michigan Green School.
Highland Park Renaissance High School, 15900 Woodward Ave, Highland Park, MI 48203 is making improvements to an outdoor classroom on one-quarter acre. Students & volunteers will prepare the garden for next year’s expanded crop, construct paths and benches, spread mulch and replace a rain catchment roof and pump. High school students will paint a mural they designed on the pump house, and a Master Composter will provide information on composting and hands-on demonstrations of how to make and use compost for kids, parents and neighbors.
Ronald Brown Academy and Beckham Academy, both Detroit Public Schools, will be planting 22 fruit trees including apples, plums, pears, and cherries, so students will be able to have healthy snacks incorporated into their school day. Fruit Tree 101 is sponsored by the Fruit Tree Planting Foundation.
To volunteer with a registered project, go to www.mygreenapple.org and enter your zip code. Projects in your area will be listed. For any questions contact Peggy Matta at 248-227-3134 or Connie Lilley at 248-830-0476.
THE CENTER FOR GREEN SCHOOLS AT USGBC
The Center for Green Schools at USGBC is making sure every student has the opportunity to attend a green school within this generation. From the kindergartner entering the classroom, to the Ph.D. student researching in a lab, the Center provides the resources and support to elevate dialogue, accelerate policy and institute innovation toward green schools and campuses. High-performing schools result in high-performing students, and the Center works directly with staff, teachers, faculty, students, administrators, elected officials and communities to drive the transformation of all schools into sustainable places to live and learn, work and play. Additional information is available at www.centerforgreenschools.org
USGBC
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is committed to a prosperous and sustainable future through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. USGBC works toward its mission of market transformation through its LEED green building certification program, robust educational offerings, a nationwide network of chapters and affiliates, the annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, and advocacy in support of public policy that encourages and enables green buildings and communities. For more information, visit www.usgbc.org.
THE DETROIT REGIONAL CHAPTER–USGBC
Information about becoming a member of the Detroit Regional Chapter of the USGBC is available at www.usgbcdetroit.org or by calling 248-233-0006. Offices are located at 26913 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, MI 48033.
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