Articles
How can we be more inclusive?
submitted by Kirkop secondary school St Benedict College : Waylon Desira for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): father's place of work, fb, newspaper, other
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awarded: Commended
An investigation into more inclusivity in schools, where the PE lessons are concerned.
Voluntary work in Malta
submitted by Kirkop secondary school St Benedict College : Mariah Busuttil for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): fb, newspaper, other
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awarded: Commended
Investigating volunteers in a band club.
From Eco-School student to environment entrepreneur.
submitted by Immaculate Conception School, Tarxien : Kyla Nicole Psaila for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): other, School Facebook page and shared by influencer, school magazine, school media, website
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awarded: Best Entry, Finalist
The article is about how Eco-Schools is a great opportunity for anyone and how greatly it can affect your life. It also is about how positively it affected Samira Axiak. An ex Eco-School student who is now an environmental entrepreneur. She is also a thrift shop co-owner with Maya Mifsud. The article has also a transcribed interview that I carried out with her. It shares information about the shop and her views and perspectives on certain things.
A guarantee for the future: Gender equality in schools
submitted by Kirkop secondary school St Benedict College : Lilah Borg for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): fb, newspaper, other
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awarded: Commended
An investigation on gender equality carried out at own school.
THE VITAL ROLE OF VOLUNTEERING IN MALTA
submitted by Kirkop secondary school St Benedict College : Jacob Farrugia for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): fb, newspaper, other, parent's place of work
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awarded: Commended
Investigating volunteering by questioning numerous persons involved in volunteering.
MALTA-IRELAND RELATIONS- HOW THEY CAN BE ENHANCED.
submitted by Kirkop secondary school St Benedict College : Kira Cutajar for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): fb, newspaper, other
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awarded: Commended
MALTA-IRELAND RELATIONS- HOW THEY CAN BE ENHANCED,
How media affects Europeans.
submitted by Kirkop secondary school St Benedict College : Thea Falzon for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): fb, newspaper, other
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awarded: Participation
The effects of media on Europeans – the good and the bad.
Save the dolphins
submitted by St Paul's Missionary College : Eli John Camilleri, Jake Demicoli, James Caruana, Waldemar Vagner Aragon for 7-10
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): Google Classroom, other, school magazine, school media
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awarded: Commended
EcoMarine Malta warns of high extinction risks for dolphins due to human impact. Dolphins’ diet includes fish, squid, and shrimp; they hunt in pods. Social similarities with humans include enjoyment of companionship but face shared challenges like boat evasions. A code of conduct advises safe dolphin interactions, emphasizing respectful distance and noise reduction. Plastic pollution poses a severe threat, with many dolphins ingesting or being ensnared by plastic debris. Advocating for maritime regulation and reducing noise pollution are proposed solutions. By minimizing disruptions to their habitat and reducing plastic pollution, humans can preserve dolphins’ well-being. Maintaining a respectful distance during interactions and advocating for habitat protection are crucial steps in safeguarding these marine mammals.
The Wild Extinction oof Honey Bees
submitted by St Paul's Missionary College : Giuseppe Grech, Nikolai Jovincin, Thomas Cilia, Timothy Axisa for 11-14
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): Google Classroom, other, school magazine, school media
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awarded: Participation
Bees, essential for pollinating three-quarters of crucial crops, face alarming threats. Declining nectar levels, as highlighted by the UN, signify a concerning trend. Their role extends beyond honey production; they’re pivotal for pollinating human-consumed crops, with 84% relying on bees and insects. Yet, over the past decade, bee populations have plummeted due to various challenges like diseases, pests, and environmental factors such as air pollution and electromagnetic fields. To safeguard bees, promoting bee-friendly practices is imperative. This entails cultivating bee-friendly farms, planting bee-attracting flora like citrus, lavender, and rosemary, and transitioning away from synthetic pesticides. Community efforts, like the Ħaż-Żebbug local council’s initiative to preserve wildflowers for bees, are crucial. Government support, particularly through EU funds for organic farming, can accelerate this transition. Together, we must prioritize the preservation of bees, ensuring a flourishing future for both them and humanity.
All about hedgehogs: Conservation, challenges and solutions
submitted by St Paul's Missionary College : Alexander Saliba, Claude Massa Camilleri, Dale Borg for 7-10
campaign: YRE Entry
dissemination(s): Google Classroom, other, school magazine, school media
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awarded: Commended
In Malta, the Algerian hedgehog is adored for its charm and unique behaviors, yet its role in the ecosystem remains unclear. Despite their importance in maintaining ecological balance, hedgehogs face numerous threats including road fatalities, pesticide exposure, and habitat loss due to urbanization. To address these challenges, drivers must adhere to road signs and reduce speed, particularly at night when hedgehogs are active, to minimize road casualties. Policy makers can promote public education on reducing pesticide use and advocate for stricter environmental protection laws to preserve habitats. By raising awareness and implementing sustainable practices, we can safeguard hedgehog populations and ensure their presence in our ecosystems for future generations.