Youth Taking Action

Hello there!

Just wanted to give a shout out to the EGBA (Environmental Bee Green Army) at Goddard Middle School in Littleton, CO.

The EGBA is a group of 6th grade science students who have put their classroom discussion into action by doing environmental service-learning project in their community, such as park clean-ups and building soil erosion banks.

They've also created informational boards around their school on a variety of environmental/social issues, such as Leave No Trace. Here is a letter they sent us at the Center:
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Dear Leave No Trace,

The EGBA thanks you beyond belief! We were excited to know you were coming and hopeful to learn more about being environmentally protective. We loved your motto (leaving your mark is overrated); it inspired us even more to continue our green acts.

It was fun to participate in your activities. We all liked how you helped us make the right decision on what to bring when you are hiking or on a camping trip (the backpack helped).

Your introduction video was thought out nicely, and also helped us remember many useful things for the future. Your production was phenomenal and everything you taught us will always be useful throughout our green lives.

Sincerely,
EBGA
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What inspiring stories do you have about youth in your community? Please share!