School information
- School name
- Școala Gimnazială „Gheorghe Lazăr” Corbu
- School year
- 2023-2024
- City
- Corbu
- Country
- Romania
- Sea basin
- Black Sea
- Region
- Coastal: <20 km from the sea
Project information
- Project name in native language
- Marea Neagră – Moștenirea Noastră Albastră
- Starting date of the project
- End date of the project
- Level of education
- Secondary school
- Categories
- Healthy Ocean
Objectives
The project aims to:
Raise students' awareness of the importance of protecting the Black Sea ecosystem.
Develop environmental responsibility by actively involving students in actions to protect the marine environment.
Promoting scientific understanding through interdisciplinary activities connecting students with the ocean from biological, geographical and civic perspectives.
Activities
Students were involved in activities structured in stages:
Ecological survey of the Black Sea: Students collected water samples and analyzed the content of microorganisms and pollutants in order to understand the impact of pollution on marine biodiversity.
Creative recycling workshop: Students organized recycling sessions where they turned waste collected from the coast into handicrafts, illustrating ways to reduce plastic pollution.
Save the Black Sea campaign: As part of this campaign, students created posters, presentations and educational sessions to raise awareness in the local community about the importance of conserving the marine ecosystem.
Approach
The methodologies used are centered on:
Experiential learning: students are actively involved in hands-on marine exploration and greening activities.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: The project integrates biology, geography, fine arts and civic education, promoting a complex understanding of the theme.
Community collaboration: Through partnerships with environmental NGOs and local authorities, students worked alongside experts and volunteers, extending their learning beyond the classroom.
Specific examples of activities and results
Creating a themed exhibition: In the exhibition "Our Ocean, Our Responsibility", students presented handicrafts made from recycled materials and educational posters. The event attracted the attention of the community and stimulated discussions on Black Sea protection.Students participated in the Black Sea Cross, an event supported by the NGO Mare Nostrum, October 26, 2024.
Beach greening sessions: Students, together with local partners, conducted beach clean-ups and measured the amounts of waste collected. This hands-on experience emphasized their connection with the marine environment and illustrated the importance of direct action for conservation.