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Aoibhinn Gardner, a pupil at Gaelscoil Phortlaoise, at the launch. Photo: Michael Scully
Teachers from across Laois attended the launch of a brand new pollinator lesson plan aimed at helping pupils learn more about biodiversity. Laois Education Support Centre, in collaboration with the National Biodiversity Data Centre and Laois County Council are behind the initiative. The launch, held at Laois Education Support Centre, was officially opened by Pádraig Fleming, Cathaoirleach of Laois County Council. READ MORE BELOW PHOTO
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Kate Chandler from the National Biodiversity Data Centre highlighted the importance of pollinators in sustaining our environment and the crucial role education plays in fostering a new generation of biodiversity champions, offering teachers practical ways to integrate them into their schools and local communities. Catherine Doolan of Laois Education Support Centre expressed their commitment to the project, emphasizing how the lesson plans align with the curriculum while inspiring hands-on learning.
"This initiative provides teachers with the resources they need to bring the importance of biodiversity and pollination into the classroom in a meaningful way," said Catherine.
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Liam O’Neill, Chair of Laois Education Support Centre, highlighted the stark decline of pollinators of 75% over 30 years. As part of the event, teachers who are part of Laois Education Support Centre’s Cúram Gardening Project received educational materials for this year’s project - vegetable gardening - further reinforcing the connection between pollinators and food production. The resources provided will help schools create pollinator-friendly spaces, fostering sustainability while engaging students in real-world environmental action.
The success of the launch marks an exciting step forward in promoting biodiversity awareness among young learners in Laois. Schools are encouraged to implement the pollinator lesson plans and participate in pollinator-friendly initiatives throughout the year. The booklet of 10 lesson plans are available for download on Laois.ie and a hardcopy is to be sent to every primary school in County Laois by the Laois Education Centre.
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