With over 700 students, Merehbi International School in Akkar launched a Green School initiative to promote environmental sustainability. The main challenge was how to integrate environmental education into the school’s curriculum. The solution was shifting to project-based learning, focusing on STEAM and sustainability across subjects. Students from grades 1 to 10 engaged in activities on energy conservation and environmental issues, developing skills like critical thinking, problem-solving, and creativity. With a revamped curriculum, STEAM labs and translated science books were introduced to enhance digital literacy and technical abilities, alongside fostering environmental awareness and civil responsibility.
Key Outcomes:
- Students’ grades increased across all scientific subjects.
- 200 students improved their mechanical and electrical skills by 45%.
- Grades 3 to 8 students scored an average of 80% on a critical thinking survey after participating in STEAM Lab projects.
- Students presented Green School and Green Community projects to peers and the local community.
- The municipality supported sustainability efforts with a waste audit and a new recycling program.