Plaid MEP Jill Evans recently spoke at St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School's "Global Greenies" event which involved 7 schools from 6 European countries. This year the theme was the benefits of growing organic produce, healthy eating and taking regular exercise as well as recycling. Representatives from Eire, England, France, Greece and Hungary took part.
Jill Evans MEP said:
“The Global Greenies event was an excellent opportunity for the pupils to learn about the benefits of a green, healthy life-style. Their passion for recycling and protecting the environment was really exciting. It’s very encouraging that the pupils are being made aware of climate change at a very young age. They are the ones who will feel the effects and have to deal with the problems previous generations have created."
Jill Evans MEP addressing the pupils at the Global Greenies event.
In addition to the environmental message, the event emphasised the importance of friendship across borders.
Maurice Flynn, Headteacher at St. Joseph's added:
"The children had a great time at the week of events we have been holding, and were able to share ideas and experiences. Getting to meet Ms. Evans was a chance for them to better understand Wales' role in Europe and how their representatives get involved in issues around the environment. I was also pleased that they learned of the benefits of a healthy lifestyle and diet. I am sure the Global Greenies Event will go from strength to strength."
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1. St. Joseph's Roman Catholic Primary School is situated in Sully Road, Penarth.
2. St. Joseph’s is the co-ordinating school for “Global Greenies”, a project which focuses upon organic gardening, recycling and healthy lifestyle. The project has six partner schools from England, France, Greece, Hungary, and two from Ireland, and is funded by the European Union’s Comenius initiative which is part of the Lifelong Learning Programme (2007 – 2013).
3. The Comenius programme focuses on the first phase of education, from pre-school and primary to secondary schools. It is relevant for all members of the education community: pupils, teachers, local authorities, parents’ associations, non-government organisations, teacher training institutes, universities and all other educational staff.
Comenius seeks to develop knowledge and understanding among young people and educational staff of the diversity of European cultures, languages and values. It helps young people acquire the basic life skills and competences necessary for their personal development, for future employment and for active citizenship.
