By Rosalind Russell – Rainbow District School Board is leading the way in environmental learning and climate action. EcoSchools Canada has officially confirmed that all Rainbow Schools have been certified once again this year. Rainbow District School Board is one of only three school boards in Canada to have achieved 100 per cent certification in the 2024-2025 school year.
Sierra Frank, Co-Executive Director of EcoSchools Canada says the exceptional milestone reflects the schools continued commitment to sustainability and highlights leadership in environmental education – both within Canada and across the global EcoSchools network.
She says Rainbow Schools earned 25 Platinum, nine Gold, three Silver and three Bronze certifications including platinum for Espanola High and A B Ellis PS in Espanol.
Frank adds the number of schools that qualified for the highest level of certification doubled last year with Rainbow adding another school to the Platinum designation in the current school year.
Photo: It may not be a bumper crop, but Espanola High Schools students and staff were thrilled to have two Seville oranges growing in the foyer. Also called the bitter orange, the Seville is not great for raw eating but makes great marmalade and, because of its high acidity, is often used as a marinade and meat tenderizer. It is all part of the eco-focus on the high school, which has been designated a platinum EcoSchool once again this year. Photo provided by EHS.
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