Input your initial EcoReview data by January 31
We estimate that only 40% of schools have input their initial EcoReview data. In order to be eligible for certification, go to certapp.ontarioecoschools.org and input in your initial EcoReview data in questions 2.1-2.9 and 3.1-3.10. Click on the save button at the bottom of the page. Do not click submit! You have until April 30th to complete the rest of the application.

New Certification FAQs
To answer frequently asked questions about EcoSchool certification check out our website's FAQ section.

2010:The UN International Year of Biodiversity
The United Nations has declared 2010 to be the International Year of Biodiversity. Help your students learn about this important topic with resources from:

BEAN; Biodiversity Education Awareness Network: this website provides up to date educational information and events on biodiversity in Ontario.

On this same site you will find a link to STEP OUTSIDE, a bi-monthly, interactive journal that gives you an up close and personal review of wildlife your students can observe in southern Ontario during each month.

Species at Risk has field guides for regions across Ontario. These are
excellent resources when taking your students outside!

New Video Sections on EcoSchools Website
Visit our new Best Practices On Video section!

Who Is GREEN? "Anybody" is a video about using the EVERYBODY teaching resource to develop character and self esteem while learning in, about and for our environment.

Before It's Too Late: Harper's Song is a musical video letter from high school students to the Prime Minister calling for action on climate change in Copenhagen.

Also visit our Online Video Links to access other videos that raise awareness and inspire action.

Green Funding & Awards Opportunities
This new section will list environmental education funding opportunities that we hear about each month. More funding opportunities are maintained on our website here.

Latest additions

• Project FLOW
• Sunlight Green Clean Kids
• ECO Canada's Student Video Contest
• The Institute of Child Study's Edward Burtynsky Award for Teaching Excellence in Environmental Education

Earth Hour Activities
Earth Hour 2010 for most schools is Friday March 26.

Ontario EcoSchools has a resource with ideas for Earth Hour here.

Here are some suggestions:

• School assembly (music/performance)
• Sustainable energy projects (wind-up flashlight, radio)
• Play educational games
• Watch a film with an environmental message
• Hold class outside, go for walk

Get inspired with an Earth Hour promotional video.