Past Entries

Recycle The Present, Save The Future!

submitted by Gzira St.Monica School : Ella Bianco, Maya Bezzina  for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Articles
awarded: Participation

Although, tourism is very beneficial to Malta’s economy, it can negatively impact the environment.



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Alert! Our Environment Is At Risk!

submitted by Gzira St.Monica School : Amy Micallef, Kaya Ellul  for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media
filed under Articles
awarded: Participation

Our environment is at risk because of all the littering. People are not disposing their waste as they should and as a consequence, pollution is on the increase.



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Our Verdala Heroes

submitted by St Margaret College Secondary School Verdala Cospicua : Kayden Chetcuti, Martha Tonna, Shelseya Tanti  for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, Presentation during Global Education Week; Shared on Dropbox, school magazine, website
filed under Articles
awarded: Commended

For Global Education Week 2017 with the theme ‘My World Depends on us!’ we wanted to think of an idea out of the box. After a brainstorming exercise we came up with the idea of inviting over to our school three former students of Verdala. These three special young men have something in common. They have passed through difficult health problems but now are using their experiences to help others! Amazing actions by people so young!



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Could be a picturesque photo

submitted by St Margaret College Secondary School Verdala Cospicua : Melvin Vella  for 15-18
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): Display at school, other, school magazine, website
filed under Photos Reporting photo
awarded: Commended

In this photo one can see a channel for irrigation water which needs to be cleared up of debris. The old rusty water tank at the entrance to the fields is creating visual pollution as well as water pollution. If this channel is cleared up anyone can take a picturesque photo!



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Being resourceful during war times!

submitted by St Margaret College Secondary School Verdala Cospicua : Elton Cachia, Haykim Buttigieg, Ilenia Grech, Lawrence Fenech, Mariah Sciberras, Megan Borg, Natashia Vella, Nathan Falzon  for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): Display at school; Shared on dropbox with participating schools of GEW and national co ordinators for GEW across Europe, other, school magazine, website
filed under Photos Reporting photo
awarded: Participation

When interviewing the elderly at the Cospicua Home we realised how resourceful these persons were during the 2nd World War. They used their ingenuity to make new clothes for themselves, to make use of all the bits of food available and to create innovative ways of playing. We also need to use our creativity to combat the war against climate change and other environmental issues in the interests of all humanity. Let us be inspired by the people of the past in order to change our lifestyles for a better world!



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RTO … Is it really?

submitted by St. Joseph School Sliema (Senior Section) : Rachel Vassallo  for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media, website
filed under Articles
awarded: Commended

The short article deals with how an enjoyable walk in the countryside can be ruined with broken signs, RTO and No Entry messages, unleashed dogs, and at time even ‘farmers’ who block the passage of the passers by. Is it really possible that the natural, undeveloped areas of the Maltese islands are private property? If so, why are they recommended as nature walks by the Malta Coastal Walk Book? What action should be taken by the authorities concerned?



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Building the Litter

submitted by St. Joseph School Sliema (Senior Section) : Maegan Friggieri  for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media, website
filed under Articles
awarded: Participation

The short article tackles the problem of litter that is being brought about by the extensive construction taking place all around the country.



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Plastic Consumption causing World Indigestion

submitted by St. Joseph School Sliema (Senior Section) : Rachel Vassallo  for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): school media, website
filed under Articles
awarded: 2nd place Litter less Campaign

The article speaks about the sheer volume of plastic being disposed of and the pollution problem caused by this material. It mentions initiatives being taken up by the country and by the school in which the student attends in order to try and tackle the problem caused when plastic is disposed of. Recommendations on how to reduce the amount of plastic being used are mentioned.



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Destruction and Construction: Sustainability in War and Peace

submitted by St Margaret College Secondary School Verdala Cospicua : Elton Cachia, Haykim Buttigieg, Ilenia Grech, Lawrence Fenech, Mariah Sciberras, Megan Borg, Natashia Vella, Nathan Falzon  for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): Display at school, other, Presentation during Global Education Week; DVD by FAA, school magazine, website
filed under Articles
awarded: Commended

Our elderly community can offer enriching experiences from which the younger generation can learn a lot. Today most people are spoilt for choice, but before, life was different; During the Second World War, Malta was heavily bombarded. This led to a dramatic change in their lifestyles. People had to adapt. They changed their routines to survive. From their experiences we can learn how to live in a sustainable way.



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Architectural Facelift for Valletta 18

submitted by St Margaret College Secondary School Verdala Cospicua : Kelsey Magro  for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, Photo Competition, School Exhibition, school magazine, website
filed under Photos Reporting photo
awarded: Commended

The great craftsmanship of our ancestors was brought to light by the restoration works that have been carried out for Valletta 18. It is remarkable to be able to view the intricate details of the work in the stone and wood as can be seen in the photo of Palazzo Ferreria built at he end of the 19th century. Well done to the people working with the Restoration Department. We look forward to seeing more facades around the Maltese Islands being given a facelift as well. Such projects will ensure that these buildings are conserved for future generations for more people will appreciate the architectural styles used in the past.



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