Sustainable Schools

Not on our watch Penguin Campaign #NOOW ( High Schools)
2023-09-14 10:17 (Africa/Johannesburg)
Join the #NotOnOurWatch Campaign to Save the African Penguin initiated by the Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation in Cape Town
THE AIM OF THE #NotOnOurWatch CAMPAIGN IS TO:
Establish awareness far and wide about the plight of our African Penguin. Simply everyone can make a difference in some way and together, we can amplify our collective voice to protect this incredible species for generations to come. We will not let the African Penguin go extinct on our watch #NOOW
HOW YOU CAN YOUR SCHOOL HELP?
Please kindly circulate “Our African Penguin is expected to go extinct in 12 years” document containing crucial information about the current extinction risk faced by our native African Penguin and how we can all help to make a difference to your learners and parents.
As you know knowledge is key and we firmly believe that awareness and understanding could greatly assist in the preservation of this species.
If your school would like to participate in this element of the #NOOW campaign please click here: CLICK HERE
HOW YOU CAN YOUR SCHOOL HELP?
We also request your school to participate in the #NOOW African Penguin Support Week in schools across South Africa. Your schools can pledge their support in many ways pledge in support of the #NotOnOurWatch campaign by participating in a penguin activity at school during the last week of September (26th to 29th)
Have your school join in the #NOOW Penguin awareness week and pledge their support to saving the African Penguin from extinction. If thousands of young people raise their voices to try to save this endangered species, they will get the whole country to listen.
The “How to partake in the #NOOW African penguin Awareness week” document holds more information on just how your school can get involved and make their voice heard.
You can encourage school learners and staff to wear black and white clothes or accessories to school or hold your own school African Penguin waddle across the sports field, create a mural or come up with your own initiative.
And help us SPREAD THE WORD by taking pics and sharing them on your school pages and social media tagging #NOOW and #AfricanPenguin. And emailing pictures to the #NOOW campaign at info@africanpenguin.org and we can then share them on our platforms.
If your school would like to participate in this element of the #NOOW campaign please CLICK HERE
Let’s unite to make a difference and ensure that the African Penguin is not lost on our watch. We greatly appreciate your consideration and support in this critical endeavor.

The Two Oceans Aquarium Foundation also offers a Smart Living Course for Grade 7 Learners aimed at empowering learners to become eco-conscious citizens. Please click the link below to view the pamphlet for more information:
SMARTLIVINGCOURSE_PAMPHLET_TOA_2023 copy copy

FynbosLIFE Fair
2023-09-10 10:00 - 16:00 | Zandvlei Lookout, 57 Promenade Road, Muizenberg, Cape Town, Western Cape, 795, South Africa
Celebrate the wonders of fynbos with FynbosLIFE at the second FynbosLIFE Fair!
Fynbos festivities will be the order of the day and a great cure for any ‘eco-anxiety’.
Entrance: R20 Adults | 18 and under free
Be sure to save the date, Sunday 10 September, and make sure you won’t miss out on the second FynbosLIFE Fair!
FynbosLIFE Fair… what is it all about?
Cape Town is considered both the biodiversity and extinction capital of the world, within a buzzing Cape Floristic Region (CFR) biodiversity hotspot. Found only in the CFR, the Fynbos Biome is globally renowned for its exceptional plant species richness and endemicity. The FynbosLIFE Fair puts the spotlight on fynbos in all its forms.
The untoward weather the world is experiencing can no longer be ignored, highlighting the need to reassess what is best ecologically suited in terms of what our future green spaces look like, and locally indigenous fynbos most certainly makes sense in the Cape of Storms!
FynbosLIFE Fair, run on a volunteer basis, with a well curated selection of fynbos and nature conservation organisations and fabulous fynbos artisans, aims to give fynbos its place in the sun by showcasing its beauty, conservation value, versatility and variety of fynbos products.
FynbosLIFE Fair programme:
Speaker Line-up

Dr Caitlin von Witt, Managing Director of FynbosLIFE, will speak about FynbosLIFE, fynbos propagation and restoration, and her team members will give insight on FynbosLIFE projects KURUfynbos, BoSSIES, FUNDAfynbos and the retail Cape Flats Fynbos Nursery
Prof. Nox Makunga, Dept of Botany and Zoology, Stellenbosch University, Group leader – Medicinal plant biology / Medicinal plant research, will speak about her research and work on fynbos in medicine
Tracey Bodington of ‘Mini Mo Shows’ will enchant both kids and adults with fynbos snakes
Prof. Muthama Muasya, Keeper, Bolus Herbarium, Dept of Biological Sciences, University of Cape Town, will talk on fynbos graminoids
Dr Jannes Landschoff, Sea Change Project Leader, will talk about their 1001 Seaforest Species project
Prof. Kirsty Carden, UCT Future Water Institute, will talk on urban wetlands and water resilient cities
Andy Jamieson, permaculture designer & consultant, maker of natural pools and living systems, will share his experience on creating natural pools

Film Screening
‘Older Than Trees’ a short film produced by Oscar-winning filmmaker and freelance conservation journalist Pippa Ehrlich will be screened on the day. Produced for the 20th anniversary of the Save Our Seas Foundation, the film tells the story of sharks and rays, of emotion and hope and the beauty of nature.
Fynbos Artisans
Visitors can expect a fanfare of fynbos-inspired artwork, ceramics, fabrics and homeware. A number of fynbos-related interactive workshops will also be on offer.
Kids’ Activities
Kids can explore the FUNbos play area for a range of fun environmentally themed activities hosted by:

FUNDAfynbos
Shark Spotters
SergeOne
Butterfly Art Project
Captain Fanplastic
Jungle Theatre Company
Nature Connect

Conservation/ Nature Organisations
Environmental groups and hacking gurus will inspire you to take action and join in with the work that they are doing.
Fynbos-inspired Foods and Beverages
There will be fynbos-flavoured food to savour from local chefs added to a menu of traditional South African food, pizza and burgers for all types of foodies. Expect to taste fynbos-infused gin and rum, as well as a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Definitely something for all visitors’ palates.
Music & Entertainment
Local musicians will provide vibey tunes for the day!
Keeping us entertained and informed throughout the festive day will be the one and only CraigieChi Makhosi of UBuntu Bridge.
Sponsorship
We thank ATIAN fynbos gin for their generous funding, which has made this event possible. Visit the ATIAN stand at the Fair to taste their delicious fynbos gin cocktails!
Veld Circles
FynbosLIFE has created five Veld Circles which highlight the variety of fynbos vegetation types specific to these areas. In Muizenberg is the Zandvlei Strandveld Circle with Cape Flats Dune Strandveld [CFDS] plants. The Grootboschkloof Granite Fynbos Circle with Peninsula Granite Fynbos [PGF] plants is located at the Grootboschkloof Walk greenbelt in Constantia Hills. Recently created is the Doordrift Wetland Circle with Cape Lowland Freshwater Wetland [CLFW] species in the Doordrift Walk, Plumstead. In Newlands is the Papenboom Forest Circle full of Southern Afrotemperate Forest [SAF] understorey plants. Lastly the newly planted Meadowridge Sand Fynbos Circle showcases Cape Flats Sand Fynbos [CFSF] at the Meadowridge Common.
Watch this space for two more fynbos exploratory Veld Circles planned for next year.
FynbosLIFE is currently working on three ecological restoration projects located at the Blaauwberg Nature Reserve, Haasendal Nature Reserve in Kuils River, and Tokai Park, as well as rehabilitating a large stormwater retention pond in Mitchell’s Plain.
Discover the wonders of our fynbos. Join the growing number of fynbos fanatics at the FynbosLIFE Fair!
Visit:
Facebook events page – https://fb.me/e/2YIJREVKh
Instagram page – https://www.instagram.com/fynboslife/
Follow FynbosLIFE on IG and Facebook @fynboslife
#FynbosLIFEFair

Frog Flair Night Walk at Kenilworth Racecourse Conservation Area
2023-09-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Kenilworth Racecourse Conservation Area, Rosmead Ave, Kenilworth, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7745, South Africa
Please Note: We are fully booked
Grab your boots, it’s time to go frogging! Join us as we explore the wetlands at Kenilworth Racecourse Conservation Area for our froggy friends!
Title: Frog Flair
Dates: Wednesday, 06 September 2023
Time: 18:30 – 20:30
Where: Kenilworth Racecourse Conservation Area (Hollywoodbets Kenilworth)
Fee: Free, donations towards conservation are welcome
Who: 6 years and older
For bookings
Fayruz Prins
RSVP is essential: email kenilworthC1@caperacing.co.za or call 021 700 1843

Mocke River-Cleanup Action Day ( Postponed to 26 August 2023)
2023-08-26 08:30 - 13:30 | Mocke River Wetland, 47-51 Punt street, Elfindale, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7945, South Africa
You are invited to a river cleanup in celebration of World Nature Conservation Day.
What you’ll learn:

The impact of litter in our rivers and the environment
How to perform a mini SASS.

RSVP’s are now closed! Lunch will be provided.
Kindly see the items that learners will need to prepare and bring along:

Water
weather-appropriate clothing
gloves
gumboots or shoes that can get wet/ dirty.
Signed indemnity forms
Hat
Sunblock
An extra pair of socks

We look forward to having your learners join us for this special day!
Kindly note, we have a waiting list for RSVPs. If you would like your school to be added to the waiting list for the event, please contact marilizem@natureconnect.earth.

Waste-Repurposing Teacher Workshop - Cape Town
2023-08-12 08:30 - 13:30 | Kraaifontein Integrated Waste Management Facility, Sandringham Rd, Maroela Rd, Kraaifontein East, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7570, South Africa
Join us for an exciting teacher workshop centered around the theme Production, Consumption & Waste.
What you’ll learn:

How different waste items are sorted at the Integrated Waste Facility
Upcycling waste materials

Please note:
Scroll down to the bottom of the page to RSVP

RSVP by clicking the following link: https://forms.gle/rmhAdUpFYPSK9YGD6
Ensure that you RSVP by 4th August 2023
Transport will only be provided from our offices in Zeekoevlei
Only 2 teachers per school

Cape Leopard Trust Teacher Development Workshop Boland
2023-08-05 08:30 - 16:00 | Helderberg Nature Reserve, Verster Ave, Helderberg Nature Reserve, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7135, South Africa
The Cape Leopard Trust is thrilled to invite teachers to register for their highly regarded SACE-accredited teacher development workshop.
Geared towards Grades 6-9 educators, this STEM-focused workshop is designed to enhance teaching skills and pedagogical practices.
Pease Note:

No cost to the event
Transport: arrange your own

To register for this amazing event use the following links:
The Boland Workshop. Register using this link: https://bit.ly/BolandTDW
If you have any questions Contact Chris at 082 811 5934 or education@capeleopard.org.za

Cape Leopard Trust Teacher Development Workshop West Coast
2023-07-29 08:30 - 16:00 | Citrusdal Country Lodge, 66 Voortrekker Road Citrusdal,, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7340, South Africa
The Cape Leopard Trust is thrilled to invite teachers to register for their highly regarded SACE-accredited teacher development workshop.
Geared towards Grades 6-9 educators, this STEM-focused workshop is designed to enhance teaching skills and pedagogical practices.
Pease Note:

No cost to the event
Transport: arrange your own

To register for this amazing event use the following links:
The West Coast Workshop. Register using this link: https://bit.ly/CitrusdalTDW
If you have any questions Contact Chris at 082 811 5934 or education@capeleopard.org.za

Greenpop Mandela Day
2023-07-18 09:00 - 16:15 | Greenpop Eco-Hub, opposite 107 Mountain Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7915, South Africa
Sustainable Schools is proud to share an exciting event by one of our Supporting partners Green Pop.
Greenpop is thrilled to invite you to join them for a day of eco-friendly activities and meaningful contributions to their local environment in honour of Mandela Day.
WHAT THEY WILL BE DOING
During the Eco-Hub Open Day, the aim to ensure that their nursery runs smoothly. Tasks such as weeding, watering plants, pruning, upkeeping the bays, and propagating fynbos cuttings will be carried out with the utmost care and attention to detail. These activities not only foster the health and vitality of the plants but also provide a hands-on opportunity to connect with nature and learn about indigenous flora. There’ll also be music, games, and lots of smiles and laughter!
By attending this event, you will be joining a diverse group of like-minded individuals, all united by a common goal of making a positive impact on the planet. It is a chance to honour Mandela’s legacy, embrace his values, and contribute to the creation of a more sustainable and equitable world.
How to sign up:
Please fill out the attendance form below before the 17th of July, providing us with your contact details:
Greenpop Mandela Day (google.com)
Please bring:
🧥 ‘Outdoor’ working clothes & 🥾closed shoes
🧤 gardening gloves if you have
💧 drinking water & 🥪 packed lunch
🪘 and if you’d like some musical instruments & snacks to share
🌱 Cost: free (donations to our work are welcome)
We’ll provide: Tools and materials and the good vibes!
Your commitment to making a difference is greatly appreciated.
Email deon@greenpop.org for more information or if you have any questions!

City of Cape Town - Career Expo
2023-06-16 10:00 - 14:00 | Retreat Civic Centre, 17 Toring Rd, Retreat, Cape Town,, Western Cape, 7965, South Africa
STILL NOT SURE WHAT YOU WANT TO BE
WHEN YOU GROW UP?
Come meet industry professionals, agencies and institutes for career advice.
Date: 16 June 2023
Venue: Retreat Civic Centre
Time: 10am – 14pm
For more information, please contact:
Heinrich Jacobs on 021 400 6128

Trashion Show 2023 - KZN
2023-06-10 10:00 - 13:00 | Thembelihle Primary School Hall, 90 Main Road, Howick, Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, 3290, South Africa
Please Join us for a Trashion Show!

Free Entry
Arrive at 9am, show starts at 10am
5 Learners per school
2 Teachers per school

Categories:

Snr Boys/Girls
Jnr Boys/Girls

Teacher and Wire-Car categories too!
Outfits to be made of waste of any form. No new materials.
Please note:
*To RSVP please send a WhatsApp to 065 961 9982

Doordrift Planting Action Day
2023-06-10 09:00 - 13:00 | Doordrift Greenbelt, Hauptville Circle, Doordrift Rd, Plumstead, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7800, South Africa
You are invited to our very first action day of 2023. Join us for an exciting day filled with activities and informative programmes. Learners are invited to participate in greening the Doordrift Greenbelt by planting indigenous fynbos plants as well as learning about the importance of creating spaces for biodiversity to thrive.
The action day will take place at the Doordrift Greenbelt in Constantia on the 10 June 2023 from 9h00 to 13h00. Learners will start off with a fun educational activity and thereafter getting their hands dirty by planting indigenous plants.
RSVP’s are now open! May learners please arrange to be transported by parents or by the respective schools. Lunch will be provided.
*RSVP by 19 May 2023
Kindly see the items that learners will need to prepare and bring along:

Hat, rain jacket, closed shoes
Water bottle
Small spade per learner (where possible)

We look forward to having your learners join us for this special day!

Restoring the Sand Plain Fynbos at Kenilworth Racecourse Conservation Area
2023-06-10 09:00 - 11:00 | Kenilworth Racecourse Conservation Area, Rosmead Ave, Kenilworth, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7745, South Africa
Kenilworth Racecourse Conservation Area (KRCA) is a 52 hectare privately owned reserve by Cape Racing Hollywood Bets and managed by Nature Connect. We will be restoring an area of critically endangered Cape Flats Sand Fynbos that has previously been taken over by invasive Kikuyu grass. With plants from our on-site indigenous nursery, we want you, your family and friends to come and join us to revegetate the area.
Time: 09:00am – 11:00am
Venue: Kenilworth Racecourse Conservation Area, Wetton gate entrance
To bring/wear: gloves, sunhat, water, hiking shoes
Accessibility: Easy terrain
Children: yes, 6 years and older
For bookings
Fayruz Prins
RSVP is essential: email kenilworthC1@caperacing.co.za or call 021 700 1843

Western Cape Teacher Workshop, Health and Well-being
2023-04-22 08:30 - 13:00 | Soil for Life Green Venue, Brounger Rd, Sillery,, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7806, South Africa
Please join us for an engaging and enriching day for our second Sustainable Schools teacher workshop of the year! This day is not to be missed as we will be discussing and engaging with all things focused on Health and Wellbeing through interactive and engaging presentations, activities and networking.
This workshop will take place at the Soil for Life Green Venue situated in Brounger Rd, Sillery, Cape Town, 7806.
What teachers can expect:

Informative presentations
Interactive activity from the Online Platform
SEMP planning- those who have laptops can please bring them if you don’t it’s not an issue we will help with ours and also print out hard copies of SEMP.

This is a great opportunity for teachers to network and learn from each other. We are looking forward to seeing you all there.
Please note:
Scroll down to the bottom of the page to RSVP

RSVP by the 20th April 2023
1-2 teacher per school will be allowed for this event
Please bring along a laptop (where possible)
Please note Transport will only be provided from our offices in Zeekoevlei

Sustainable Schools Partner Workshop
2023-03-30 09:00 - 12:30 | The Old Biscuit Mill Conference & Events, 375 Albert Road, Woodstock, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7915, South Africa
Please Join us for our Sustainable Schools Partner workshop on the 30 March 2023!
This workshop is for both our current Supporting partners to the programme as well as those wanting to learn more and see how they can get involved. Expect a morning of networking with likeminded organisations, discussing opportunities for action as well as learn how to navigate the Sustainable Schools Online Hub.
Please note:
*Scroll down to the bottom of the page to RSVP
*RSVP by the 27th March 2023.
*For any queries please contact us via the Sustainable Schools Online Hub https://sustainableschools.natureconnect.earth/contact-us/ or Email us at sustainableschools@natureconnect.earth

Celebration and Awards for 2022
2023-03-11 08:30 - 13:30 | Howick Preparatory School, 56 Harvard St, Howick,, Howick, KwaZulu-Natal, 3290, South Africa
Please Join us for our Celebration and Awards for 2022.
A time to share, showcase and recognise the fantastic environmental efforts of your school
R36 000 worth of prize money to be awarded!
Please note:
*Only two to five Teachers, Learners and/or Principal per a school will be allowed to attend
*Scroll down to the bottom of the page to RSVP
*RSVP by the 4th March 2023.
*For any queries please contact 065 961 9982

Introductory Workshop to Sustainable Schools Programme - Gauteng
2023-03-09 08:45 - 14:00 | Blesbokspruit Wetland Reserve, Blesbokspruit Wetland Reserve, Springs. Welgedacht Rd, Welgedacht SH, Springs, Welgedacht SH, Springs, Gauteng, 1559, South Africa
Join us for an interactive and fun morning of learning about the Sustainable Schools Programme, how to implement the program’s interactive lessons in the classroom and experience in-school lessons from one of our Supporting Partners. You are welcome to a refreshing nature walkabout around the beautiful Blesbokspruit Wetland Reserve.
Please note:
*Scroll down to the bottom of the page to RSVP
*RSVP by the 6th March 2023
In partnership with Gauteng Department of Education, City of Ekurhuleni ‘Environmental Resource and Waste Management Service Department’ and Groundwater Kids.

Mini Teacher Workshop (Beaufort West)
2023-03-08 14:00 - 17:00 | Karoo National Park (Interpretive Centre), Off 6970, N1, Beaufort West,, Beaufort West, Western Cape, 6970, South Africa
Please Join us for a fun and interactive Teacher Workshop!
Please note:
*Only two teachers per a school will be allowed to attend
*Scroll down to the bottom of the page to RSVP
*RSVP by the 7th March 2023
*Please bring a long a notebook and pen

Welcome & Prize Giving Teacher Workshop
2023-02-11 08:00 - 13:00 | The Range, Orpen Rd, Tokai, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7966, South Africa
Please Join us for the first Teacher Workshop of 2023 as we reflect on the year of 2022 – through awards, success stories and everything in-between!
Please note:
*Only two teachers per a school will be allowed to attend
*Scroll down to the bottom of the page to RSVP
*RSVP by the 9th February 2023.

Greenpop Open Planting Days (Cape Town)
2022-11-08 08:00 - 2022-11-15 17:00
Join Greenpop for their Fynbos for the Future Open Planting Days!
They have two Fynbos for the Future planting days coming up and we are looking for some hands to help them out. Sign-up to volunteer and help plant fynbos gardens at under-greened schools in Cape Town! Participants can assist with:

Planting of fynbos plants
Weeding and garden maintenance
Propagation of additional plants

These planting days will take place at various schools in the Cape Town area, and participants will plant alongside learners from the school.
Upcoming Dates:

Tuesday, 8 November 2022 – Alicedale Primary School (Athlone)
Tuesday, 15 November 2022 – Highlands Primary School (Mitchells Plain)

How much does it cost? This is a free volunteering opportunity
How long is a plant day? Plant days run from 09:00 – 12:00
Is transport provided? No, unfortunately, volunteers will be responsible for their own transport to the school.
What should I bring?: Water, a snack, sunscreen, a hat, clothes that can get dirty and a face mask. Gardening gloves are also useful, but not essential.
Keen to lend a hand? Sign-up below to reserve your spot on a plant day.
bit.ly/FFF_OpenP_22
For any questions, please contact deon@greenpop.org or carla@greenpop.org

Teacher Workshop
2022-10-29 09:00 - 13:30 | Monkey Valley, 1 Mountain Road, Chapmans Peak, Western Cape, 7985, South Africa
Join us for an interactive and fun morning of learning how to navigate the Online Hub, how to implement your Sustainable Projects at your school through interactive lessons as well as a refreshing nature walkabout around the beautiful Monkey Valley Resort.
Please note:
*Only two teachers per a school will be allowed to attend
*Scroll down to the bottom of the page to RSVP
*RSVP by the 25th October 2022.

Beach Clean-up
2022-10-13 08:30 - 11:30 | Sunrise Beach, Sunrise Beach Muizenberg, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7945, South Africa
Join us for a fun, interactive, and educational beach clean-up. We will be celebrating and honoring World Environment Day along with our many partners and sponsors.
This event will take place at Sunrise Beach, Muizenberg, Cape Town – please ensure you and your learners are there at 8:30 to register and sign in.
Please use this link to register for the event:
https://forms.gle/zAeqP3pA4weDkHoC9
Partners and sponsors of the day:

The Beach Co-op
Save our Seas
Plastics SA
Krispy Kreme
The Oceaneers
Simon’s Town Museum

Teacher Workshop - Biodiversity Network
2022-08-20 09:00 - 13:30 | Intaka Island, Grand Central Precintp, 2 Park Ln, Century City,, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7441, South Africa
Join us for a fun, interactive, and informative morning learning how to integrate the Focus Area, Biodiversity Network, into your day-to-day teaching activities.
Highlights of the day:

Networking
Educational activities
Online Hub Q & A

Please RSVP with the link below by the 16th August 2022.
https://forms.gle/7gHCEsKDEdy872RbA

Teacher Workshop
2022-04-23 09:00 - 13:30 | Helderberg Nature Reserve, Verster Ave, Helderberg Nature Reserve, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7135, South Africa
Join us for a fun, interactive, and informative morning learning how to integrate the Focus Area, Production, Consumption, and Waste, into your day-to-day teaching activities.
Highlights of the day:

Networking
Exploratory walk
Educational activities

Online Platform Support Session
2022-04-14 14:30 - 16:00, 2022-04-13 15:30 - 17:00 | Online – Zoom
Join us online as we show you how to navigate the new online platform.
Everything from creating and editing your school group, inviting fellow educators, and completing your School Environmental Management Plan will be covered.
Follow the Zoom link below to join the session.

Online Platform Support Session
2022-04-12 14:30 - 16:00 | Online – Zoom
Join us online as we show you how to navigate the new online platform.
Everything from creating and editing your school group, inviting fellow educators, and completing your School Environmental Management Plan will be covered.
Follow the Zoom link to join the session.
