Will Parker

4th Year Primary Teaching Student @ UoN

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

As always, a great way to engage students is to incorporate online and interactive resources into lessons. This theme extends to learning about sustainability and waste management through the use of the "Stuff at Home" online sorting activity. https://t.co/GGrJZ3CnqZ #UoNTeach

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

The Catholic Diocese of Wollongong is one that has welcomed #climateaction in schools by participating in #CleanUpAustraliaDay. Check out their experience here! https://t.co/vU7CHcSeYN

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

https://t.co/bjUQTsFdYq Attached is great link that explores Australia's waste management practices in comparison to other countries. I love the way it adopts a culturally diverse approach, showing how we can learn from our neighbours. #UoNTeach

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

Check this link out! https://t.co/vWi0MCFaDg It'll take you straight to a Behind the News (BTN) segment on the benefits of conducting a school clean up day! Schools have the ability to engage with a large portion of our community, so lets use that voice to promote #ClimateAction

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

Some interesting facts sourced from @Clean_Up to provide some background information for students before they partake in their community clean up. #UonTeach

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

@DeclanOngod Couldn't agree more Declan! I'd love to include more lessons on sustainable food production and consumption in my waste management unit. It's very easy to see how improving our knowledge in this area can assist with reducing the effects of environmental pollution.

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

@Josharvey_11 I struggled with a similar issue in ensuring cross curriculum learning, Josh. However, in my waste management unit I'm looking to incorporate some exercises in data collection. For example, the prevalence of specific types of rubbish vs others.

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

@dingo_98 This is great information Lachlan! I'm currently exploring a similar unit in sustainability but with the focus on the ocean. It would be great if I could also provide some information on our inland water ways. Possibly a fast finisher activity?

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

Some great inspiration for a recycling based visual arts lesson. Students can be encouraged to pair this with the #take3forthesea initiative. Using waste to make something beautiful! #UoNTeach

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

@Josharvey_11 A great way to educate all students, no matter their background, on healthy eating and different foods. A great example of a real world, authentic learning experience.

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

#TwoHandsProject is another wonderful company that assists schools in facilitating local beach clean ups. This organisation also provides a 4 week, hands on learning module educating on the effects of plastic in marine environments. For more info... https://t.co/N5jRvzmuKX

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

Very excited about the prospect of partnering with @Clean_Up for a school community beach clean up. I couldn't advocate for this company highly enough and I encourage other schools to also engage with them. Here's to developing environmentally aware young peoples! #UonTeach

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

@Josharvey_11 What a cool fun fact!

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

@Josharvey_11 Love this idea Josh! I'm currently looking for more ways to incorporate environmentally sustainable activities into the daily school routine and a community garden would be so beneficial in this area.

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

@dingo_98 Love it @dingo_98. This could be very useful amongst the lower stages due to its simplicity and visual appeal.

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

I find small facts like this to be very useful in making recycling relevant to students. By breaking these massive global problems, children can see how easy it is for them to do their part. #UoNteach

[Recycle Now @recycle_now]

Did you know #tinfoil can be #recycled? Simply rinse or wipe off any crumbs or food residue, then scrunch to form a ball - the bigger the ball, the easier it is to recycle! https://t.co/yn5OXJ7rTy #recycling #recyclingtips

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

@DeclanOngod . Such a good initiative Declan. This could be taken further by utilising their composted scraps in a school community garden. I’m a big fan of the way we can incorporate the processes of composting into our science lessons as well.

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

.@recycle_now is a useful resource for modelling recycling within a relevant context for students. Such ideas can be sources of inspiration, or even manipulated into classroom staples such as a bottle collection station. #UoNTeach

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

@dingo_98 Very insightful!

[Will Parker @__parkerwill]

An ongoing local issue and a talking point within our classrooms. #savestocktonbeach and #climateaction should be raised amongst students to encourage critical thinking and discussion of global perspectives. #ourplanetourfuture #UoNTeach

[Donna Page @DonnaPageNH]

Hundreds pack Stockton RSL for information session on Stockton beach erosion crisis @newcastleherald #stocktonbeach #erosion